Monday, 11 August 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

School to undergo major upgrades

MARUDI: Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sungai Laong, Bakong, will undergo significant improvements, Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr. Penguang Manggil said. He pledged assistance for the enhancement of the school, which includes refurbishing the school field and addressing necessary repairs. “I will allocate funds to SK

Sarawak sets aside RM20 mln for mini stadium construction in Tanjung Manis

BELAWAI: The Sarawak government has given the go-ahead for the construction of a a mini stadium in Tanjung Manis with an allocation of RM20 million. The stadium will come complete with comprehensive amenities like racing tracks. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said

HSL Samarahan Marathon aims to draw 3,000 runners with accommodation deals

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The HSL Samarahan Marathon 2024, scheduled for May 11 and 12, is set to attract an estimated 3,000 runners, offering exclusive accommodation deals for participants in partnership with Citadines Uplands Kuching and Rume Hotel. Hock Seng Lee (HSL) Reality Sdn Bhd director Yu Ji revealed that both hotels

Kota Samarahan poised to become Sarawak’s first linear city, says MPKS chairman

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Kota Samarahan is positioned to become Sarawak’s first linear city, says Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos. Kota Samarahan, known as an educational hub, is set to further develop into a medical centre with the completion of the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) Hospital, the Sarawak

Wharf Condominium entices with attractive offers

MIRI: The Wharf Condominium, a development by Interhill Property, is beckoning potential tenants and property buyers with enticing opportunities. Positioned as ‘villas in the sky,’ the Miri-based project at Miri Waterfront Commercial Centre promises a lifestyle surrounded by amenities such as Miri Times Square and Miri Marina. Interhill’s Regional Sales

No discrimination against Chinese firms: Uggah

BELADIN: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has set the record straight on the termination of a contract involving a Chinese firm in the construction of the Rambungan Bridge in Kuching. Stating that the state government does not victimise or discriminate against Chinese firms involved in major infrastructure projects,

56 villagers relocated to flood evacuation centre

DEBAK: A total of 56 villagers, including 10 heads of household, have been relocated to the Temporary Evacuation Centre (PPS) at Millennia Debak Hall on Friday. This comprises 33 adults, 18 children, an infant, three elderly individuals, and one person with disabilities (PwD). This relocation comes in response to rising

Opar seeks funds for gravity pipe project

LUNDU: Additional allocation is sought for the gravity pipe system upgrading project in Kampung Pasir Tengah. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang revealed that the project, initially estimated at RM400,000, faces insufficient funding after a reassessment by the involved agency. He stressed the need for additional funds to ensure the smooth implementation

Tiong slams contractor over flood mismanagement

BINTULU: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has criticised contracting companies for lack of responsibility in managing flood control projects. The Bintulu MP expressed his disappointment, stating that careful and meticulous execution could have prevented flash floods in several areas. He stressed the urgency of addressing

Miri gears up for Chinese New Year celebration with Gong Xi Bazaar

MIRI: The city is abuzz with excitement as the much-anticipated cultural extravaganza, the Miri Gong Xi Bazaar, gears up for the upcoming Lunar Chinese New Year. Since its inception in 2000, the vibrant event, jointly organised by the Miri City Council (MCC) and the Miri Chinese Chamber of Commerce and