SIBU: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s vision for a prosperous and developed Sarawak since 2017 has played a pivotal role in the state’s current status, says Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee. The Deputy Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Minister said Abang Johari’s courage and wisdom successfully
SIBU: As the rainy season persists, residents residing in low-lying areas prone to flooding are urged to exercise caution and preparedness. Fire and Rescue Department Zone 4 chief Andy Alie highlighted the importance of being proactive, stressed the need for residents to be ready to relocate to designated evacuation centres
SIBU: A prominent leader here, Temenggong Datuk Vincent Lau, encouraged students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) St. Elizabeth to seize the educational opportunities presented by the Sarawak government. Lau urged the students to consider pursuing higher studies in state-owned colleges and universities following the completion of their SPM examinations. He
SIBU: Several low-lying areas were inundated with water following a heavy downpour this afternoon. Among the areas affected were Jalan Pahlawan, Jalan Keranji and several lanes of Jalan Brother Albinus. Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) Chairman Clarence Ting in his Facebook post yesterday (Jan 11) said the situation was being monitored.
SIBU: Tamin assemblyman Christopher Gira Sambang has expressed dismay over the theft of electrical appliances and equipment at the Selangau Multipurpose Hall. The stolen items include fans, air conditioners, portable air conditioners, ceiling air conditioners, restroom doors, chairs, sockets, wires, fire exits, pump hoses, water pumps, and main water valves.
SIBU: The Central Zone contingent for the Sarawak Games (SUKSAR) is setting their sights to win 40 gold medals in the third edition of SUKSAR here from Jan 15 to 18. They are targeting to clinch 10 gold medals in weightlifting, six in Taekwondo, and four each in basketball and
SIBU: Some 1,300 athletes from four zones in Sarawak will converge on Sibu to compete in 13 sports in the third edition of the Sarawak Games (Suksar) from Jan 15-18. Sibu Resident Datuk Wong Her Sieng, in his capacity as the organising chairman, said the town’s adequate facilities enabled it
SIBU: Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek urged the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) to re-evaluate the criteria required for PTPTN borrowers to qualify for the Yayasan Sarawak PTPTN loan repayment incentive. He highlighted a case where a graduate, having cleared 45 per cent of his loans, was
KAPIT: Renowned Iban poetess Nyong Aji passed away here on January 5 at the age of 64. According to a Facebook post by Nyong’s eldest daughter, Sim Ah Hua, the funeral wake will be held at the family house at Sungai Pelajau in Bukit Goram. “The cause of my mother’s
SIBU: Pelita Maslaut Sdn Bhd (PMSB) has trained approximately 21,000 sailors since its establishment 24 years ago, said Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine. Royston lauded PMSB for its efforts and deemed the training institution as a source of pride for Sarawakians as it was the only maritime academy in Sarawak that
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