Ground floor bedroom destroyed in fire
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A bedroom in a double-storey house at Taman Impiana, Jalan Kuap, was destroyed by fire this morning (July 15). Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported in the 10.16 am incident. A spokesman for the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said firefighters from the Siburan and Kota Samarahan stations were dispatched to the […]
Move to overcome power outage problems in Simunjan
THE Kota Samarahan substation will be moved to Asajaya as a long-term solution to overcome power outage problems in Simunjan. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the ministry has submitted a proposal to obtain an allocation for a project that uses a Medium Voltage Covered Conductor (MVCC) distribution line […]
Biggest boulevard to take shape in Kota Samarahan
ASAJAYA: Kota Samarahan is set to have the biggest boulevard in Sarawak, aimed at hosting large-scale events. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the proposed boulevard has received approval for development and is awaiting the tender process for project contractors. Spanning approximately 2 kilometres in length and […]
200 underprivileged pupils get school aid
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 200 students from 46 primary schools within the constituency have received aid in the form of school supplies under the P197 Prihatin ‘Back to School’ Programme held at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Kota Samarahan here on Sunday. The contribution, including bags and school stationery, was extended by the Kota Samarahan […]
HSL Samarahan Marathon aims to draw 3,000 runners with accommodation deals
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The HSL Samarahan Marathon 2024, scheduled for May 11 and 12, is set to attract an estimated 3,000 runners, offering exclusive accommodation deals for participants in partnership with Citadines Uplands Kuching and Rume Hotel. Hock Seng Lee (HSL) Reality Sdn Bhd director Yu Ji revealed that both hotels are providing enticing packages for […]
Kota Samarahan poised to become Sarawak’s first linear city, says MPKS chairman
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Kota Samarahan is positioned to become Sarawak’s first linear city, says Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos. Kota Samarahan, known as an educational hub, is set to further develop into a medical centre with the completion of the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) Hospital, the Sarawak Infectious Disease Centre (SIDC), and […]
Beloved Samarahan figure Siti RM3 dies
KUCHING: Beloved figure Siti Kadir or popularly known as ‘Siti RM3’ by residents in Kota Samarahan passed away around 11:50am at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) here today (Jan 10). News of her passing has prompted an outpour of condolences from netizens across social media platforms. One tribute came from Facebook user Ghafar Zarul, who fondly […]
Two female students arrested for assaulting 12-year-old girl in Asajaya
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Two female students have been arrested for allegedly assaulting another female student in Asajaya. The incident gained attention after a video of the fight went viral on Facebook.The video, lasting 1.34 minutes, depicted a 12-year-old girl being assaulted by two other girls in a village area.Kota Samarahan police chief DSP Brodie Brangka confirmed […]
Pinang Bistro stands despite rising costs
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The rising cost of raw materials, including rice, is affecting food traders, especially those selling mixed rice dishes. The owner of Pinang Bistro Mohd Nurhakim Mohd Hashim, 34, said that this inflationary pressure is evident, as preparing various dishes requires diverse raw materials. “Therefore, the rise in the price of raw materials and […]
Salvation Army gets new home
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Salvation Army Community Complex will provide for ample space for children to play and grow besides enabling the holding of more community programmes. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the new complex which occupies 7.5 acres with a 60-year lease will house the organisation’s […]
