KUCHING: The Chinese community in Saratok has been a major contributor to the local socioeconomic development since time immemorial. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri stressed that their presence in all corners of the state, including Saratok, should be appreciated. “And, their every need or aspiration should also be met just like
MALUDAM: Strong river current and a log sunk a food aid rescue boat, causing six volunteers to drift away and suffer minor injuries here, yesterday. Two members of the Betong Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) and four personnel from the Maludam Health Clinic suffered minor injuries after the workboat got
SIMANGGANG: An estimated 1,000 guests visited Simanggang Assemblyman Datuk Francis Harden Hollis’ Christmas open house here on Sunday. He, who is also the Deputy Minister of Talent Development, said that the festival could be celebrated with joy after the government succeeded in curbing the spread of Covid-19 with various initiatives
SARATOK: Next year, Krian Assemblyman Friday Belik intends to boost infrastructure development through various existing and new initiatives such as projects under the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA). According to him, there is still a lot to be done to develop the rural areas here. However, he said, the priority
SARATOK: Residents who live in low-lying areas and are at risk of being hit by flash floods have been reminded to be careful if there are prolonged rain and high tides. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that it had been raining for the past few days with high tides in
SARATOK: Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) as well as individuals are called to jointly share sustenance with communities in need, especially during the festive seasons. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that Sarawak had a unique culture with its people often extending help regardless of race and religion during the festive seasons. He
KUCHING: Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Saratok Branch vowed not to make any political provocations, but instead they try to unite all parties so that they can work together to help the people to face the economic challenges. Saratok PKR Branch chief Ibil Jaya Mundat said, at the same time they
BETONG: An excavator near Ulu Layar was 80 percent destroyed after it caught fire late evening yesterday (Dec 19). Bentong Fire and Rescue Department officer Henry Jugah said they received a call at 6.12pm before a team of nine personnel were despatched to the scene. Fortunately, there were no casualties
KABONG : A 2.9-metre-long crocodile was captured in Sungai Endot last Saturday (December 17). Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) said the reptile was captured by its Swift Wildlife Action Team (SWAT) assisted by the district office of Kabong, Saratok district police, and the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department of Sarawak. “This
BETONG: Ahead of Christmas Day which falls next Sunday, many people will be looking for fresh flowers. In major cities flowers may be readily available but it’s not the case in Betong and not everyone is willing to go through a six to seven-hour round trip to Kuching just for