Construction industry to play crucial role
KUCHING: The construction industry will play a crucial role in driving the economy of Sibu in the next 10 years with the redevelopment of Bukit Assek beginning next year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the first phase of the redevelopment plan will focus on infrastructure, thus, it is expected there […]
Redevelopment of Sibu will take time, so have patience: Abang Johari
SIBU: Just as Rome was not built in one day, it will take a while for the Sarawak government to further develop Sibu, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said Sibu used to depend on timber as its primary economic activity, but since timber is no longer relevant now, the […]
Kuching, Sibu and Miri to hold stunning street parades
KUCHING: The city here, Sibu, and Miri are set to witness breathtaking street parades commemorating Sarawak’s 60 years of Independence. The event, themed “Sarawak Maju Makmur” (Progressive, Prosperous Sarawak), will feature 2,400 participants from 60 contingents, representing various government agencies, academic institutions, schools, private organisations, ethnic groups, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Deputy Minister of Tourism, […]
Sibu cops nab man for drug possession
SIBU: Narcotics police arrested a 30-year-old man and seized 32.02 grams of drugs worth RM6,400 from him yesterday (July 25). Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said the man was picked up from Jalan Kampung Datu Baru here around 1 pm. “We found two packets containing crystallised substance suspected to be methamphetamine in him,” he […]
MP distributes RM5 petrol vouchers to ease burden
SIBU: To help ease the burden of the rising cost of living in Sibu, the petrol subsidy programme has been introduced. Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew said that distributing RM5 petrol rebate vouchers will provide some relief to the people. “We are concerned about the welfare of the people amidst the increasing living costs,” […]
Mosque roof repair starting soon
SIBU: The repair work on the roof of Majid Al-Muhajirin in Kampung Usahajaya Baru, Salim, is scheduled to start soon. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek said that he will hold discussions with the authorities to ensure that the work begins as quickly as possible. “I will talk to the Public Works Department (PWD) […]
Local man arrested for drunk driving in Sibu
SIBU: Traffic police here arrested a local man for driving under the influence of alcohol in an operation codenamed ‘Op Mabuk’ last night (June 30). The operation took place at Jalan Channel from 10pm until 1am. Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili confirmed that the team detained a 43-year-old man on suspicion of driving under […]
Overwhelming response to blood donation drive in Sibu
SIBU: The blood donation campaign, which was held in conjunction with the 60 Years of Sarawak Independence Celebration at the Sibu Indoor Stadium here today (June 17), received a positive response from the public. The two-day programme, which starts from 8am until 4pm, is jointly organised by the Malaysian Government Servants Welfare and Sports Council […]
Two boys feared drowned in river, search widens to 2km radius
SIBU: The search and rescue (SAR) operation to locate two teenagers feared drowned in a river during a leisure activity near Durin town here on Friday has been expanded to a 2-kilometre radius from the boys’ last known location. Sibu Fire and Rescue Department Zone 4 chief Andy Alie said that the efforts to find […]
Help awaits you, says Sibu MP to those affected by storm
SIBU: Those badly affected by the recent storm here should apply for assistance from the Sibu service centre. Sibu MP Oscar Ling said that the assistance can be applied from April 10 to April 14 at his service centre from 9 am to 4 pm. “Our deadline is until this Friday. So, make sure you […]
