Associations in Sarikei receive MRP grants from Huang
KUCHING: A total of 73 associations from the Sarikei parliamentary area received Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants amounting to RM285,000 recently. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said every grant recipient, consisting of the Village Development and Security Committees (JKKKs), Parent-Teacher Associations (PIBGs), and cultural associations, should fully […]
Sarikei team makes finals of Technovation Girls 2024
SARIKEI: Four bright students from here are set to attend the Technovation Girls World Summit in the United States this October. Eunice Law, Irene Ngu, Jaynee Loo, and Christine Wong, named ‘Team Agape,’ secured a spot among the top five global finalists in the senior category for Technovation Girls 2024, earning them an all-expenses-paid trip. […]
Two-storey farmhouse razed by fire in Sarikei
SARIKEI: A two-storey farmhouse at Jalan Meruton – Jalan Hong Ming was completely destroyed by fire today (Jul 7). The State Fire and Rescue Operations Centre (Bomba) said it received an emergency call pertaining to the incident at 12.41pm. The Sarikei fire station was dispatched to the scene, where they found the farmhouse completely engulfed […]
Sarikei residents urged to support GPS government
SARIKEI: Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii has called on Sarawakians to align with the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government goal led by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He stressed the importance of supporting the government’s efforts to implement developmental transformation while prioritising the […]
Plan for ferry service in Sarikei
SARIKEI: Plans are underway to introduce a ferry service linking Bukit Huang-Parit Bugis-Muara Payang to Tanah Putih, serving as a centre point to connect them to the Pasi-Tanjung Manis Road. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said discussions are underway with Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development […]
Fire-affected students receive aid from Sarikei MP
SARIKEI: Six students who were affected by a recent fire at Jalan Kin San, here received vital school supplies to support their educational needs. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii contributed the school necessities with the aim of assisting the students ahead of the upcoming school session. Representatives from the Sarikei Parliamentary Service Centre, […]
50 RTP projects worth RM1.5 mil approved in Sarikei
KUCHING: Fifty Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects costing RM1.5 million have been approved in the Sarikei parliamentary constituency. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said the projects include the construction of village roads, maintenance of cemetery areas and upgrades of places of worship. “In addition, the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) had […]
Searching for Ham’s family
SARIKEI: The Sarikei Hospital is currently in search of family members or heirs of a 52-year-old male patient identified as Ham Cheng Seng. According to a statement, the patient was admitted to the hospital for treatment on July 29. “However, during his treatment, no family members or heirs have visited him. “The patient currently stays […]
Anjung Usahawan to facilitate Sarikei traders soon
SARIKEI: An Anjung Usahawan Sarikei will be established, offering more comfort to small traders and entrepreneurs, particularly those situated at the Downtown Night Market in Kampung Seberang Sarikei. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said he took the initiative to include the construction of the Anjung Usahawan in […]
Programme provides RM59,100 educational aid to 164 students in Sarikei
SARIKEI: ‘Program Menyantuni’ continues its mission of assisting communities in need, providing vital aid and support to alleviate burdens. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh pointed out the significance of this approach in ensuring proper protection for those involved. “One of the key aspects of the programme […]