SIBU: The fishing community in Sarawak is increasingly worried about the repeated presence of foreign fishing vessels in state waters. They are said to be freely encroaching state waters without effective control, thus affecting the community’s safety and source of income. Sarawak Fishing Vessel Association (SFVA) Chairman, Harry Tan Joo
SIBU: To usher in the year 2026, Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Dudong Service Centre will bring yet another memorable festive experience to the community. ‘Towards 2026: Explore Sibu, Experience Malaysia’ Countdown Carnival will be held at Sibu Jaya Azman Hashim Community Sports Centre, from December 19 to 31. The 13-day
SIBU: As the government pushes its agenda forward in areas such as economic development, education, and community progress, more young people are stepping up by joining Saberkas and various youth organisations to contribute to the community. This was stated by Bukit Assek assemblyman, Joseph Chieng Jin Ek who described this
SIBU: Longhouse residents are urged to be the eyes and ears of the government in monitoring any irresponsible activities in their areas. Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) chairman, Sempurai Petrus Ngelai said the role of the community is essential in ensuring that the cleanliness and safety of the council area
SIBU: A youth claimed trial at the Sessions Court here on Tuesday (Nov 18) to two charges of raping a teenage girl. The accused, 22, of Kanowit, denied the charges read and explained to him through an interpreter and the consequences of his plea. The first charge stated that he
SIBU: A 57-year-old man was on Tuesday (Nov 18) sentenced to nine years’ imprisonment by the Sessions Court here for robbing a goldsmith shop of a gold chain worth over RM20,000. Wong Siew Too from Jalan Merdeka here pleaded guilty to the charge read and explained to him through an
SIBU: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan Branch Youth Wing organised a prawn fishing competition at Wanli Aquarium, Jalan Teng Kung Suk, here on Sunday, attracting strong participation from many young comrades. Their enthusiasm and energy reflected the unity and strong team spirit within the Youth Wing. The
SIBU: Shophouse owners have been advised to get their tenants to apply for their own electricity meters upon renting these properties. In giving the advice, Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Dudong Branch Chairman, Wong Ching Yong said last week, a middle aged couple had met him for help. “The couple
SIBU: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) Sibu has successfully seized 8.33 million cigarettes and undeclared liquor with a total value of RM6.32 million in a raid on a residential house in Brooke Drive here. State Customs Director, Norizan Yahya said the raid on Oct 10 was carried out as
SIBU: A delegation of Lions International District 308-A2 made an official visit to the Incheon Marine Sky MJF Lions Club in Incheon, South Korea, recently, in an effort to strengthen international friendship and advancing collaboration for the Asia Pacific Lions Leaders’ Summit (APLLS) 2026 to be held here in mid-July