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31st Border Brigade to stay in Sibu for time being

KUCHING: The Army’s 31st Border Brigade will be staying put at Junaco Park in Sibu for the time being. “There are plans for the brigade to move to Bintulu to strengthen security along the Malaysia-Indonesia border in the state but more research and strategic planning are needed beforehand,” said Eastern

50 boys take part in circumcision ceremony

KUCHING: Fifty boys aged 7 to 13 years old yesterday took part in a circumcision ceremony held at Bukavu Hall, Penrissen Camp here in conjunction with the 5th anniversary celebration of the Malaysian Army Eastern Field Command (EFC). The boys were children of army personnel. The event, which started at

120 parents and children attend ‘Reading Seeds’ workshop

KUCHING: One hundred and twenty parents and their children yesterday attended a workshop on the “Reading Seeds” programme organised by the State Library here. At the end of the workshop held at the library’s GaleriTM, 75 parents registered their children for the programme. The workshop was conducted by State Librarian

Turning organic waste into fertiliser

KUCHING: Last year, 12.96 tons of organic compost were made from 130.67 tons of organic waste gathered from the Stutong Community Market. This attests to the success of the “Green Initiative” programme first implemented by Kuching South City Council (MBKS) way back in 2011. Under the programme, a composing centre

Support this dinner, says MBKS Mayor  

KUCHING:  Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk James Chan today made a public appeal. He urged everyone in Sarawak to support the forthcoming fundraising dinner organised by the Association of the Boards of Management of Aided Chinese Primary Schools in Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions here. The dinner, which

Abang Johari to grace fund raising dinner

KUCHING: The Association of the Boards of Management of Aided Chinese Primary Schools Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions is organising a dinner to raise funds for the relocation of SJK Chung Hua Bako to Taman Berlian in Kota Samarahan. Chief Minister, Datuk Patinggi  Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to

TSB launches portal to ease inquiries, bookings

KUCHING: Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) is introducing a new platform for inquiries and bookings of the Majma’ Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Hall (Kompleks Islam Sarawak) via an online booking portal which was officially launched at Majma Mall, today. The launch was officiated at by TBS general manager Datuk Abang

20 pct cheaper if you hold your wedding reception at Majma Hall on a weekday

KUCHING: Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak is offering a 20 pct discount to couples who have their wedding receptions at Majma’ Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Hall here on weekdays. Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak general manager Datuk Abang Mohd Shibli Abang Mohd Nailie told New Sarawak Tribune this today. “Majma Hall is only

Remarkable increase in revenue for PNK Buntal

KUCHING: A total of RM187,453 has been accumulated by the Buntal Fishermen’s Area Association (PNK) in their endeavours to increase the social economy and welfare of the fishermen community in the area. Deputy director of Malaysian Fishermen’s Association (LKIM), Intan Suhaila Othman said that there was an increase of RM150,429

‘Agro-preneurs’ urged to pursue potentials of fish products

KUCHING: Fishermen communities in the state have been urged to boldly pursue the business potentials of fish products. “The fishing industry is not just about fish per se, but also about related products and businesses such as fish-based food products, sports fishing, eco-tourism, homestays, etc,” said State Fisheries Development Authority