Saturday, 17 January 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

APM proposes training centre, eyes more branches

SIBU: The Civil Defence Force (APM) has suggested the setting up of a training centre for APM personnel in the central zone. According to Sibu District APM officer Major (PA) Wan Mohd Jabir Wan Mohd Badrudin, the centre will provide for competent personnel. “We can also use it to share

SMC to revitalise Permai Lake Gardens with new Dayak food court

SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) is revitalising Permai Lake Gardens food court by transforming it into a Dayak food court at a cost of RM700,000. SMC chairman Clarence Ting Ing Horh said Permai Lake Garden was built in 2000 and initiated by former Sibu MP and Deputy Minister of

1,000 Pelawan constituents receive free whole chickens

SIBU: A total of 1,000 Pelawan constituents thronged the CCK Local here as early as 8am to redeem their free whole chickens today (June 29). According to Pelawan assemblyman Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, a total of 500 whole chickens were sponsored by him, while another 500 whole chickens were

Organise more recreational programmes for teachers, association told

SIBU: The Sibu Chinese Teacher Association (SCTA) has been told to organise more recreational programmes. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said teachers’ roles extend beyond classroom teaching. He said the teaching profession is demanding, involving clerical work, administrative duties and co-curricular

Relevant agencies urged to strengthen risk assessment

SIBU: Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek has urged relevant agencies to create greater public awareness concerning the impact of natural disasters, landslides, and fires. He stressed that awareness among the public is important as prevention is better than cure. “I call on all agencies involved in disaster management

Education fair golden opportunity to get info on tertiary education: Assemblyman

SIBU: The Education and Career Fair provides a platform for both students and parents to gather crucial information about various tertiary education options, said Joseph Chieng Jin Ek. The Bukit Assek assemblyman said through such a programme, parents and students have an opportunity to interact directly with representatives from numerous

Sabahan Leong clinches maiden Toyota Tour title

SIBU: Seasoned professional golfer Ben Leong from Kota Kinabalu clinched his maiden Toyota Tour title when he won the Fortuner Cup at Kelab Golf Sibu yesterday (June 27). The 38-year-old veteran delivered a flawless performance, carding a bogey-free five-under 65 to secure a resounding four-stroke victory. The Sabahan faced stiff

Foot-and-mouth disease main enemy of livestock industry

SERIAN: The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has become the main enemy of the livestock industry in Sarawak. According to Tebedu assemblyman, Dr Simon Sinang Bada, FMD is a disease capable of crossing borders and causing significant problems for livestock such as buffaloes, cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. However, he assured that

Covered drain project at SJKC Uk Daik for student safety

SIBU: The construction of a covered drain in front of SJKC Uk Daik, costing RM282,896, has begun and is set to be completed by Nov 9. According to Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek, the project is part of the Projek Rakyat initiative and funded by the Sibu Municipal

S’wak SUKMA athletes to start centralised training mid-July

KUCHING: Sarawak athletes selected from the shortlisted squad for the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) will begin their centralised training in mid-July. Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu, the chef-de-mission of Sarawak SUKMA 2024, said the athletes are now about 80 per cent ready. “Of