Sunday, 22 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

New road to ease congestion in Sibu under 13MP

SIBU: The construction of a new road in Sibu will mitigate congestion along Jalan Wong King Huo, said Bukit Assek Assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek. Scheduled for implementation under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) in 2026, the road aims to alleviate traffic woes in the area. He said the proposed

Premier gives green light to Bukit Assek redevelopment exhibition

SIBU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has given his approval to organise an exhibition on the Bukit Assek Redevelopment Project once the masterplan is finalised. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng, who announced this, stressed the importance of informing and involving the public in this extensive project,

Church donates ambulance to MRCS Sibu

SIBU: The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu Branch has received a donation of a new ambulance from the Malaysian Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Temenggong Datuk Vincent Lau witnessed the handover of the ambulance at the MRCS Sibu Branch, here today (Jan 29). MRCS Sibu Branch

AJLM promotes Melanau culture and heritage

SIBU: The Anugerah Juara Lagu Melanau (AJLM) serves as a platform to develop and dignify Melanau culture. “This marks the inaugural Persatuan Pengkarya Pemuzik Anak Melanau (PAMM) event dedicated to recognising Melanau artistes and composers,” said Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine. “Through this recognition, we can appreciate the various methods and

Deputy Minister’s Facebook account hacked

SIBU: The public is advised to refrain from joining any Facebook Pages associated with the account of Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang, in the wake of a security breach by hackers. Tiang said he was notified by several individuals about his Facebook account

TYT appointment a boon for Sarawak’s rights

SIBU: The appointment of Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar as the eighth Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri will benefit Sarawak’s rights in terms of the Malaysian Agreement 1963 (MA63). Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said Wan Junaidi’s position allows him to provide valuable advice on aspects of

Be rational on pension decision, public told

SIBU: The public should be rational on the federal government’s decision to abolish the civil service pension system, replacing it with the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), viewing it from a long-term perspective. Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing urged leaders from both the ruling and

Push for Sibu as culture-rich tourist destination.

SIBU: The local community and tourism operators are urged to work together to repackage Sibu as a culturally rich tourist destination. In making this call, Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the community must bring out the best of Sibu’s characteristics. Tiong, who is

PDP-PSB merger decision after CNY: Jinep

SIBU: Leaders of Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and the Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) remained tight-lipped on the proposed merger decision, which would see PSB members being absorbed into PDP. PDP deputy president Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the decision will be looked into after Chinese New Year. “We will see

Special committee to improve economy mulled

KANOWIT: Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana has announced plans to establish a special committee aimed at planning programmes to improve the community’s economy within his constituency. “I will provide an allocation from the Minor Rural Project (MRP). For example, I will provide an allocation of RM100,000. From this fund, we may