Thursday, 18 December 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Bus terminal to begin operations in January

MIRI: The Miri Sentral Bus Terminal will officially commence operations on Jan 18, 2025. Miri City Council (MCC) Mayor Adam Yii described the new facility as a major advancement in the city’s transportation infrastructure. He also confirmed that the existing Pujut Bus Terminal will cease operations on Jan 17, 2025.

MP allocates RM149K to enhance services at health clinics

MIRI: Local Member of Parliament Chiew Choon Man has allocated a total of RM149,000 under the parliamentary constituency’s ‘Projek Mesra Rakyat’ to three health clinics here to bolster the quality of healthcare services for the public. The clinics benefitting from the funds are Jalan Merbau Health Clinic, Klinik Bandaraya Miri,

Rising water levels due to heavy rain

MARUDI: Heavy rain since Saturday has caused water levels to rise by approximately two inches along Jalan Dabai here on Sunday morning. In response to the situation, a team of Civil Defence (APM) personnel from here was swiftly deployed to the area to monitor the flooding and ensure public safety.

Body of Indonesian man found after fatal crocodile attack

Salim’s body is recovered with some parts missing.The body of an Indonesian man who went missing after being attacked by a crocodile near the Kuala Baram Asian Toll Bridge in Lutong has been recovered, authorities confirmed. The victim, identified as Salim, 49, was found on Sunday at approximately 11.15 am

Fallen trees cause disruption in Batu Niah

MIRI: Three incidents of fallen trees were reported today (Dec 22) in Natu Niah after strong winds and heavy rain swept through the area from Saturday night. Firefighters from the Batu Niah Fire and Rescue Station were deployed to all three affected locations to cut down and remove the debris.

Education key to transforming lives in rural Sarawak

MIRI: The importance of education in transforming the lives of underprivileged students in rural areas was the central theme at SMK Long Bedian’s first ever Form 5 graduation ceremony, a historic event that marked a new chapter in the school’s 20-year history. During the ceremony, Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis

SUPP Youth hosts heartwarming Christmas gathering

MIRI: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Pujut Youth held a lively and heartwarming Christmas gathering on Thursday evening, fostering camaraderie and interaction among its members in a relaxed and festive setting.The event drew an enthusiastic turnout, with young members coming together to share homemade delicacies, filling the venue with

Love Box initiative a resounding success

MIRI: The Northern Region Council of The Boys’ Brigade once again demonstrated the strength of community spirit, exceeding its fundraising goal for the annual BB Love Box initiative. This year, the organisation distributed 1,570 boxes, aiming to raise RM47,100. However, from October 1 to 21, the community generously contributed RM48,609.60.

Journalists are one of a kind

MIRI: Journalists play a vital role in nation-building, said Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau.“Just imagine a world without journalists,” he said during the Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) Christmas gathering on Friday. “For many, it’s a daily habit to reach for the newspaper first thing in the morning. The