SIBU: A 38-year-old man was sentenced to 12 years’ imprisoment by the Sessions Court here on Wednesday (Oct 4) for committing robbery. Sessions Court Judge Marutin Pagan also ordered Frankie Chaong Lagi from Song to receive five strokes of whipping. According to the charge sheet, the accused, together with another
SIBU: Lions Club of Song (LCS) held its 13th installation of the new board of directors along with an induction ceremony during a luncheon reception at Chai Kee Restaurant, Song, recently. According to a press release, Francesca Versa Adam, who is a nurse, has been installed as the new president,
SIBU: Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 for Region 2 and Region 3 on Tuesday combined forces to help fire victims of the 36-door Rumah Michael Maran in Nanga Lasi, Julau which was ravaged by fire last Thursday evening. The Lions Clubs participated in the effort via fundraising and purchasing supplies
SIBU: The Sibu Nansang Community Association (SNCA) has received praise from Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew for its role in offering a platform for the community to come together and foster harmony and peaceful living. According to Ling, many livelihood problems can be communicated through the association to the
SIBU: Life assurance and family takaful are the cornerstones of financial security and stability in society, said Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng. “They empower individuals to face life’s uncertainties with confidence and resilience. “The role as professionals in this field goes beyond the transactional; it is deeply rooted in compassion
SIBU: The National Association of Malaysian Life Insurance and Family Takaful Advisers (Namlifa) has pledged to continue ensuring the Malaysian public is adequately protected. Its president G. Sassedaran said Namlifa will continue striving not just for business sustainability but also to ensure people are protected through life insurance and family
SIBU: Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 Region 2 & 3 jointly organised a “New Member Orientation” course at a leading hotel here recently. The event was attended by over 90 new members and existing members. Immediate Past District Governor Kapitan Connie Loh Ming Hua was given the honour to officiate
SIBU: Deputy Minister of Housing, Public Health, and Local Government, Michael Tiang Ming Tee, emphasised the importance of preserving friendly relations between all ethnic groups in the state, regardless of external factors. Tiang stated, “Under one roof, we want to let outsiders know what the spirit of Sarawak is.” Speaking
SIBU: Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 for Zone 4 has collaborated to organise a series of service activities at SJK Hing Ung at Durin near here recently. The Lions clubs included Sibu Rejang, Sibu Pahlawan, Sibu Bawang Assan, Sibu Loving Care and Mukah. The activities encompassed an eye protection knowledge
SIBU: News on former media practitioner, Edwin Jemat Nangkai, not receiving any welfare assistance from the state government underscores the need for the Social Welfare Department (JKM) to urgently review and revise the criteria for successful social welfare applications. Former assemblywoman Irene Chang pointed out this review and revision exercise
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