Friday, 8 August 2025

Author: ST

Three RTP projects ready for implementation: Yap

KUCHING:  Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap was recently briefed by Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) on the completed detail drawings, specifications and breakdown of the bill of quantities for three Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects. The three RTP projects valued at RM1,630,000 were approved by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang

Rural community earning through internet and technology

BY NATASHA JEE and ALEXANDRA LORNA THANKS to the widespread availability of the internet, it is not only bringing convenience to people’s lives – from communication, surfing the net, and online shopping to everything being just a click away – it also enables individuals to generate extra income by creating

Improving economic value and livelihood

BY ALVERDTEKOSTER ANYAP Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia, similar to the size of Peninsular Malaysia, with its vast land, rough terrains and home to more than 60 ethnic and sub-groups spread across the region. It is no doubt the environment and nature play a significant role in the

YES grows young entrepreneurs

BETONG: Entrepreneurship plays a crucial role in making our state and country more developed and competitive. Deputy Minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said this means coming up with creative ideas and starting businesses as a way for our country to get out of middle-income trap. “That’s why I see programmes

Unifor lends temple a helping hand

KUCHING: The Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) has given the Sam San Kuet Bong Temple at Mile 7 a sum of RM200,000 to carry out repair works of its roof and stage. According to a statement, Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap presented the grant to temple committee chairman Thian Ted

Maludam Explore Race boosts ecotourism

PUSA: The Maludam Explore Race 2023 is able to improve ecotourism in the Maludam area, especially the community economy in the area. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said Maludam has its own attractions that can be highlighted to the public whether from

Woman fined and sentenced for drug abuse

KUCHING: A woman has been fined RM2,900 or sentenced to nine months in prison by the Magistrates’ Court for her involvement in drug abuse, specifically methamphetamine and amphetamine. Ng Siew Lan, 35, pleaded guilty to the charge, which was read by an interpreter before Magistrate Mason Jaro Lenya Barayan. The

MBKS deputy mayor appointed as DBKU mayor

BY: NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) deputy mayor Hilmy Othman has been named as the new mayor for Kuching North City Hall (DBKU). This appointment was confirmed by Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “His name was

Teachers master grading in English workshop

SARIKEI: English teachers from Sarikei, Meradong, and Julau districts came together in a workshop recently to learn about better approach to grade English writing. In a statement, the workshop was held at SMK Tinggi aimed to assist teachers improve their skills and strategies for teaching the English language. Lee Chen

Food poisoning suspected in pigeon deaths

BY: ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER & NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS KUCHING: Authorities are investigating possible food poisoning as the cause of death for pigeons at Kuching Waterfront. Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunications Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that samples from the dead pigeons have been sent to the Sarawak Department