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564 dogs protected from rabies

MIRI: A total of 564 dogs here have been vaccinated against rabies as part of the mass vaccination campaign until March 8. Senadin assemblyman Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said this initiative is essential in curbing the spread of rabies and other infectious diseases within the canine population. “Engaging in

TYT lunches at Waterfront

MIRI: Upon their return from Limbang today (Mar 10), Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, opted for local delicacies ‘Lelapan Bawal’ and ‘Lelapan Kambing’ for their lunch at a restaurant at the Miri waterfront. The couple’s arrival at

Embracing inclusiveness hallmark of govt success

MIRI: The government has always remained steadfast in its commitment to practice inclusiveness to ensure the needs of all communities are taken care of in the state. “By embracing inclusiveness, the government has created harmony and mutual respect among the state’s diverse communities,” said state Minister of Transport Datuk Seri

TYT’s surprise breakfast visit charms locals

MIRI: Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, were seen enjoying breakfast at a local eatery at Jalan Marina here today (Mar 9). The sight of the couple dining in a relaxed atmosphere surprised many onlookers. Arriving at the

Mayor delighted as Scoot adds Miri to flight destinations

MIRI: Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang has expressed his delight at the recent announcement by Scoot Airlines to include Miri as one of their flight destinations. “This move is expected to boost tourism and economic activities in the region…The addition of Miri to Scoot’s flight network will provide travellers with

Road closure for Miri City Car-Free Day this weekend

MIRI: Several roads in Miri city will be temporarily closed on Saturday (March 9) in conjunction with Miri City Car-Free Day. The affected roads are Jalan North Yu Seng, Jalan Merpati, a section of Jalan Persekutuan, Jalan Kipas, Jalan Sylvia and Jalan Parry. The temporary closure will commence from 5.30

RM100k grants to schools in Pujut

MIRI: Schools in the Pujut constituency will be allocated a grant of RM100,000 each for the purpose of improving their facilities said Pujut assemblyman Adam Yii Siew Sang. “We want to create a better environment for students so that they can grow up in a holistic manner,” he said when

Pustaka holds art and dance class every Saturday

MIRI: Pustaka Negeri, branch here is inviting the public and children, aged nine and above, to the MakerSpace: Art and Dance Class which will be held every Saturday from March 2, 2024. The programme will take place until July this year from 2 pm until 4 pm at its Auditorium.

Library’s blood drive nets 39 pints

MIRI: Pustaka Sarawak’s Miri branch, in partnership with the Miri Hospital Blood Bank, organised a blood donation drive recently that successfully collected 39 pints of blood from 52 donors. The initiative aims to raise awareness of regular blood donations in saving lives. As a token of appreciation, the library rewarded

Community stakeholders get to hear Curtin’s objectives

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) recently told a group of community leaders what it is all about. “We want to see the next generation become leaders who will bring positive change to our community, state, and country,” said its Dean of Learning and Teaching, Professor Tang Fu Ee. Towards