Author: News Desk

Community event strengthens bonds, preserves heritage

LUNDU: Residents of Kampung Sedaing came together for a day of sports, culture and community spirit at the ‘Santai Sukan Anggun Budaya’ programme last night (Feb 20). The event was officiated by Opar assemblyman, Billy Sujang, who praised the strong participation of villagers and described the initiative as a meaningful

300 native tree seedlings planted to boost urban biodiversity

MIRI: Sarawak Energy, in collaboration with Sarawak Forestry Corporation, planted 300 native tree seedlings at Piasau Nature Reserve on Febuary 8, reinforcing its long-term commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation across the state. The initiative forms part of Sarawak Energy’s Tree Planting, Protection and Habitat Restoration Campaign, which aims

Kaul Oya site reopens after safety assessments concluded

DALAT: The Kaul Oya site reopened to the public today (Feb 20) after safety assessments by relevant agencies. The Dalat District Disaster Management Committee said the decision was made after considering safety evaluation reports and technical advice. The site had been closed on Jan 21 after methane gas was detected

Bau Ramadan Bazaar draws crowds

BY LOSEYEFFER MOLLY BAU: The opening of the Bau Ramadan Bazaar today drew crowds from all walks of life despite torrential rain. Organised by the Village Security and Development Committee (JKKK) Melayu Bau and the Bau Malay Association in collaboration with the Bau District Council, this year’s bazaar saw 45

Bario neutering mission strengthens grassroots push to end rabies by 2030

KUCHING: Efforts to curb rabies in Sarawak are set to reach deeper into the state’s interior with a neutering outreach mission to Bario scheduled from March 6 to 8, targeting animal population control at the source to prevent the spread of the disease to urban areas. The initiative, led by

Association, actress donate coffin to family of deceased

BINTANGOR: Persatuan Kebajikan Tunjang Masyarakat Sarawak (Terabai Menua) and actress cum model Emma Ma’embong donated a coffin to the family of the late Lidek Nasu at Batu 8, Jalan KJD, Sungai Mador, here. The contribution was aimed at easing the financial burden of the family in managing the funeral arrangements.

Lift replacement works underway at SGH to enhance safety, efficiency

KUCHING: The replacement of ageing lifts at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is currently underway, aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency and comfort for patients, visitors and healthcare workers. In a post shared on Facebook, the Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak said the project reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to upgrade public

Driver fined after illegal U-turn video goes viral

BAU: A driver was issued a summons after a video showing his vehicle making an illegal U-turn at KM11 Jalan Bau–Batu Kawa went viral on social media. Bau police chief DSP Mohd Haide A. Rahman said the traffic investigation and enforcement division (BSPT) detected the dashcam recording uploaded on the

Elderly man missing after boat trip to clinic

ENGKILILI: An 84-year-old man has been reported missing after leaving his longhouse at TR Richard Tawan, Tebarong, Lubok Skrang, to seek treatment at a clinic. The missing man was identified as Igoh Sengaling, 84. According to the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), he was last seen leaving his home at

RM3 mln upgrade for Serian Community Park under GKCDA

SERIAN: The Serian Community Park will be upgraded through a RM3 million project under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus said the redevelopment would adopt an open and flexible concept, allowing the area to be used for multiple purposes, including parking, Ramadan bazaars, concerts