Samariang residents receive bubur pedas
BY SHARIFAH NONG-JASIMA KUCHING: Kuching City North Council (DBKU) and the Kejiranan Mesra (KJM) Samariang welcomed the tradition of distributing bubur pedas (spicy porridge) during the Ramadan month. DBKU mayor, Hilmy Othman, representing Samariang assemblywoman, Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said that the distribution of spicy porridge is an annual activity. “The distribution of spicy […]
No construction activities in Tupong during Ramadan
KUCHING: Construction activities in Tupong constituency will be temporarily halted during Ramadan and the onset of Syawal to ease road congestion. Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said the construction work, particularly the sewerage projects at Jalan Matang, Jalan Pinang Jawa, Kampung Laruk Skim, and Taman Rahmat, would be suspended during that period. “I, together with […]
Kuching Car Free Morning programme delayed for Ramadan
BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & SHARIFAH NONG-JASIMA KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has announced a postponement of the Kuching Car Free Morning programme, with DBKU mayor Hilmy Othman stating that the delay is to respect the holy month of Ramadan. “The programme will begin sometime in May, right after Hari Raya Aidilfitri. I […]
High cleanliness standards a must
BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & SHARIFAH NONG JASIMA KUCHING: Ramadan bazaar vendors must uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in their areas. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Dr. Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that vendors are required to properly discard or throw away their leftover food and trash in the designated areas provided […]
DBKU opens BandarayaKU Ramadan Bazaar
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) has launched the BandarayaKU Ramadan Bazaar at Semarak here from March 12 to April 9. The bazaar will feature 45 stalls, offering a variety of food and beverages to the public. This initiative is a collaboration between DBKU, CCK Fresh Mart, Lee Ming Press Sdn Bhd, and Media […]
DBKU planning inclusive spaces for all ages
KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) is planning to turn areas under its jurisdiction into not only child-friendly but also ageing society-friendly spaces. DBKU mayor Hilmy Othman said although currently it is only mandatory for buildings to provide features to cater to the disabled, it is within their planning to extend features to cater to […]
DBKU to expand neighbourly initiative
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) will expand its Friendly Neighbourhood (KJM) initiative into areas with significant Chinese community presence, as part of its efforts to foster inclusivity through community and social programmes. Mayor Hilmy Othman said that the expansion would include Sungai Maong and Old Kuching Town, which will launched coinciding with the […]
DBKU’s epic river theatre performance
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) is organizing a grand theatrical musical performance on the river as one of its upcoming mega-events. Mayor Hilmy Othman has stated that DBKU is collaborating with Istana Budaya and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) to ensure the success of this theatre production. Initially scheduled for […]
Unity Park showcases diversity and harmony
KUCHING: The Unity Park, formerly known as the Reservoir Park, has undergone upgrades to emphasize the unity among the races in the nation. Hilmy Othman, the mayor of Kuching North City Council (DBKU), expressed his desire for the park to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, in line with the ideals of […]
Cat Museum closes tomorrow
KUCHING: The Cat Museum, Petra Jaya will be closed on Sunday. According to North Kuching City Hall (DBKU), the closure of the museum on that day is due to the power outage on that day. For the record, the Cat Museum was founded in 1993 and owned by the DBKU. It is a gallery featuring […]
