MUKAH: The 1.44-kilometre Batang Igan Bridge is now open, replacing the ferry service across the river and becoming the ninth completed bridge in Sarawak. According to Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) Facebook post today, the bridge was officiated during its pre-opening ceremony by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas,
SIBU: The Sarawak Rivers Board (LSS) will deploy 115 personnel along with 15 boats to intensify monitoring and enforcement of river transport safety during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration and the first-term school holidays of 2026. Its chairman Dr Safiee Ahmad said the move was taken in anticipation of an
KUCHING: A total of RM1.77 million in Rural Minor Project (MRP) funds has been allocated to 86 recipients in the Tasik Biru constituency. According to a report by UKAS, the allocation, made under the Special Project Monitoring System (SPMS) Series 1/2026, is intended to support the implementation of various community
KUCHING: The Society for Cancer Advocacy and Awareness Kuching (SCAN) brought together cancer survivors, caregivers, medical professionals and volunteers for a Buka Puasa event at the Borneo Cultures Museum Restaurant here last Saturday (March 14). The gathering was a significant occasion for the organisation as members joined their Muslim counterparts
KUCHING: Junior Chamber International (JCI) Batu Kawa installed Dr. Justine Yong Jenj Qhinn at its 3rd Installation and Induction Ceremony here. Also officially installed was its board of directors for the upcoming term. The event was graced by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, whose presence signalled strong
KUCHING: Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) vice-chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Khairuddin Ab Hamid paid a courtesy call on the Head of State as his tenure leading the university comes to an end this month. Khairuddin, accompanied by his wife Datin Dayang Mariani Abang Zain, met Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi
LIMBANG: The road safety operation for the Aidilfitri festive season this year will be implemented earlier to ensure a safe and smooth journey for those returning to their hometowns. Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Hasbi Habibollah said the operation will run from Mar 16 to 29, aiming to improve safety
LAWAS: A total of 348 asnaf recipients in Lawas received contributions amounting to RM40,000 during the Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA) Community Iftar 2026 programme held at Kampung Bukit Puan, Ulu Merapok, recently. The presentation ceremony was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan and organised
SIMANGGANG: The Sarawak government will carry out a drainage upgrading project covering five residential zones in Kampung Muhibbah, including the Rancangan Perumahan Rakyat (RPR) Phase 1 and Phase 2 areas. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Francis Harden Hollis said the project which covers seven locations will
SADONG JAYA: An allocation of RM100,000 has been approved for upgrading works at Masjid Darul Rahman in Kampung Rangawan here. Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee said the allocation will cover the upgrading of the mosque’s floor and walls, while new proposals such as the construction of a ceiling will be