Bergendang still popular among local communities
KUCHING: Sarawak Malay Drums (Gendang Melayu Sarawak) is one of the traditional musical instruments of the Malays in Sarawak that has been around for centuries and is still popular among the community to this day. Music can generally be a tool in terms of interaction between members of society. Bergendang (gendang parties) is a form […]
Sarawak Orchestra Symphony spreads wings
KUCHING: The Sarawak Orchestra Symphony (SONS) classic is actively spreading its wings to various locations. These include areas outside this city and done through additional open concerts. According to Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, this arrangement is to popularise the SONS and the Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) to the public. […]
What locals say
BY AINI SELIKANG DARO: Batang Paloh Bridge project was officially launched by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg today (August 22). Following that, local residents voiced their comments especially gratitude for the project and the benefits it will bring to the area. Haslimi Hassan, Kampung Badong chief ‘The bridge will shorten travel time […]
Praise for Padawan Road upgrade
PADAWAN: The upgrading of the Padawan Road received positive feedback from dwellers here set to benefit from the project as part of the state government’s initiative. The project, which started at the fourth quarter of last year, would improve the safety of commuters and serve as the main road for many people in and around […]
Selangau finally gets fire station
SELANGAU: Communities here breathed a sigh of relief after the long awaited fire station began operations on July 1. Situated at KM82, Jalan Sibu-Bintulu, the fire station sits on a 2.1-acre land, and is about 2km from Selangau town. When met by New Sarawak Tribune, Pauline Enchang said the fire station was something that the […]
Worrying complacency on pandemic among locals
MUKAH: There seems to be so much complacency among local folk here pertaining to the current Covid-19 pandemic situation here despite one positive case in Bintulu recently was suspected to have originated from this district. A lot have mixed feelings about adherence to the mandated standard operating procedures (SOPs) as initiatives to curb the spread […]
Rep inspects MCO roadblock
LONG LAMA: Telang Usan assemblyman Dennis Ngau yesterday inspected a roadblock near the Long Lama ferry junction in conjunction with the Covid-19 movement control order. The roadblock is being manned by personnel from various government agencies in Telang Usan in collaboration with the community headmen and private sector, such as the Sabah-Sarawak Gas Pipeline (SSGP). […]
Kampung Telaga Air can produce stars
KUCHING: Kampung Telaga Air is capable of producing quality petanque players based on commitment shown by the local community. Utility (Water Supply) Assistant Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the presence of several petanque courts in the village proved their dedication. “With such commitment, we believe that Kampung Telaga Air will give rise to […]
Work together for public safety
KUCHING: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) will always try its best to solve all complaints regarding public safety, but more can be achieved with the cooperation of the local community. Its chairman Lo Khere Chiang stated that the council has been actively providing its services and basic facilities for the benefit of the local community such […]
Book by local communities launched
KUCHING: A coffee table book entitled Warna-Warni Borneo: Panda CLICK! Bersama Masyarakat Kapuas Hulu, Kalimantan Barat dan Kapit, Sarawak has been launched by the participants of Panda CLICK! with the support of World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Malaysia and WWF Indonesia. The 200-page book is produced by communities from eight villages in Kapit Division, […]
