Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Author: Ma Chee Seng

140 new street lights for Jalan Kwong Ming/Minah near completion

SARIKEI: A total of 140 street lights are being installed along Jalan Kwong Ming/Minah with a government allocation of RM1,274,000. Meanwhile, 168 street lights are being installed along Jalan Meruton/Merudu with an allocation of RM1,525,100. Deputy Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Datuk Huang Tiong Sii, who is also

New bus terminal offers seamless boarding experience

MIRI: The new Miri Sentral Bus Terminal now features the state-of-the-art KBE Easybook Terminal Management (ETM) system, designed to simplify and enhance ticketing and boarding processes. Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang said this during a site visit to the new terminal this morning (Jan 16). The visit, which included

Sarawak stresses unity as the foundation for progress: Ibrahim Baki

KUCHING: Unity remains the cornerstone of the state’s strength and progress, said Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki. He said this during his speech when presenting Gong Xi Fatt Chai donation to students from underprivileged families at Chung Hua Middle School No. 4 today. “Unity is our biggest asset, our most

Plan to extend waterfront from Kampung Bintangor to Satok Bridge  

KUCHING: A major project to extend the Kuching Waterfront from Kampung Bintangor to Satok Bridge is in the pipeline. Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki announced the initiative today during a press conference after distributing ang pao’s to underprivileged students at the Chung Hua Middle School No. 4. “This extension is

Huang donates uniforms and shoes to students

SARIKEI: Students of SMK Bandar Sarikei received donations of two sets of school uniforms and a pair of shoes from Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii on January 13. The Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Sustainability, who is also the Sarikei MP and the Repok assemblyman, said that it

Solid education the most valuable asset

TATAU: Parents must remain committed to providing their children with a strong education from an early age, said Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department, Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai. The Kakus assemblyman said that education begins at home, with parents playing a critical role in nurturing and guiding their children

Perkep Sarawak hands out back-to-school assistance

KUCHING: A total of 150 recipients, including orphans, special needs children, and children from eligible families, have received back-to-school assistance. Perkep Sarawak chairperson, Datin Jennita William, officiated at the handover ceremony held at the Senior Officers’ Mess of the Sarawak police headquarters on Jan 14. “The programme aims to support

Lunar New Year spirit promoted at red packet distribution event

SIBU: Bawang Assan SUPP chairman Councillor Kelvin Lau has described the Lunar New Year as a cherished occasion for family reunions and strengthening friendships. He highlighted in a press release on Tuesday (Jan 14) its role in fostering joy among children through the tradition of receiving red packets. “It marks

Pongal a celebration of gratitude and renewal

KUCHING: Hindus worldwide, along with communities who celebrate rice as a staple food, observed Pongal Day today (Jan 14), marking a significant cultural and harvest festival that resonates with themes of gratitude and renewal. Speaking during a Pongal celebration at the Sri Srinivasagar Kaliamman Temple, president of the Hindu Temple

Fire destroys workers’ quarters

SIBU: A fire completely destroyed one block of a workers’ quarters located near Hann’s Residence on Jalan Wong King Huo and rendered its 40 doors uninhabitable. Zone 4 Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) chief Andy Alie stated that an emergency call was received at 9.10am, prompting a rapid response from