Saturday, 20 December 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Unity and focus drive the City’s development

MIRI: The Minister for Transport of Sarawak and Senadin Assemblyman, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, has called for unity and a focus on development, urging the public to avoid political distractions that could hinder progress. Speaking on Tuesday during the presentation of Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants for the Senadin

Bed fall sends elderly woman to hospital

LIMBANG: A 72-year-old woman from Kampung Bidang was rushed to hospital today (Dec 31) after falling out of bed at her home. The Limbang Civil Defence Force (APM) reported receiving an emergency call at 11.59 am from the victim’s next of kin, who discovered her after the incident. The Bisaya

Two killed in collision on Jalan Pan Borneo

MIRI:  Two people lost their lives in an accident involving a Perodua Kancil and a trailer on Monday night (Dec 30). The collision occurred on Jalan Pan Borneo, near Bukit Song, and emergency services were alerted at 7.28 pm, according to the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) Sarawak Operations Centre.

RM1.26mil in grants approved for Subis District JKKKs

MIRI: Subis District has received a total of RM1.26 million in grants under the Sejahtera Komuniti Madani (SejaTi Madani) programme, benefiting 15 Village Development and Security Committees (JKKKs) across 17 approved programmes. The grants were officially handed over by Deputy Health Minister and Sibuti MP Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni, during

Six men in custody over brawl

MIRI: Six local men have been arrested in connection with a fight that occurred in Pelita. The arrests were carried out on December 27 by officers from the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) at the Miri District Police Headquarters (IPD Miri). The suspects, aged between 22 and 32, are currently being

Heavy rains trigger landslides near Jambatan Sungai Lusut

MIRI: Heavy rainfall for the past few days, led to landslides along the banks of Jambatan Sungai Lusut, partially affecting Jalan Kampung Lusut in Lambir. Authorities have assured the public that the situation remains under control. The Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) reported that personnel were dispatched to the site

Lambir branch unites to uphold Sarawak’s rights, leadership stability

MIRI: The Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Lambir branch convened its triennial general meeting (TGM) on Sunday, tabling and endorsing four key resolutions aimed at strengthening the party’s leadership and advocating for Sarawak’s rights. The resolutions were announced by PBB Lambir chairman, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, during the event, which

PBB backbone of the state government

MIRI: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice president Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, who also serves as the Asajaya assemblyman and Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, has reiterated the party’s pivotal role in the state’s governance and development. Speaking at the PBB Lambir Triennial General Meeting

No place for external political agendas

MIRI: Sarawak must remain under the control of its own people, free from the influence of external political parties, said Deputy President of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “Sarawak must be governed by Sarawakians – by those who understand our people and our unique

Temporary road closure at Jalan Miri-Bintulu for maintenance

MIRI: The Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD), Pan Borneo Highway branch, has announced a temporary road closure at KM910.6 along Jalan Miri-Bintulu for essential maintenance work. The maintenance is scheduled to begin on Dec 30 as part of the ongoing Pan Borneo Highway project. Motorists are advised to plan their