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Sibu Teochew Association launches food stall at Borneo Cultural Festival to preserve heritage
The Sibu Teochew Association launched its 'Teochew EIGHT EAT Eight Districts Food Stall' on Sunday evening at the Borneo Cultural Festival in Sibu. The stall aims to use traditional cuisine as a platform for cultural preservation and inter-community understanding. The festival, held at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang, runs from Sept 5 to 14.
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Sibu man fined RM2,000 for defaming another on Facebook
A 33-year-old man was fined RM2,000 by the Sibu Magistrates' Court after pleading guilty to defaming a man on social media. The accused, Azrie Leggan, published a post falsely implicating the victim in indecent remarks with a child. He was arrested in Marudi following an investigation by the MCMC and police.
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Sibu woman fined RM1,500 for assaulting cousin over RM2,500 debt
A 37-year-old woman was fined RM1,500 by the Sibu Magistrates' Court after pleading guilty to assaulting her cousin. The assault happened on Aug 27 at a residence in Kampung Bahagia Jaya, Teku, following a dispute over an unpaid debt.
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Container falls off trailer and overturns on Sibu road, no injuries reported
A container being carried by a trailer fell off and overturned along Jalan Tuanku Osman in Sibu on Monday afternoon. No injuries were reported, and no one was at the spot when the incident occurred.
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Skills programme empowers rural communities in Tanjung Manis
A community development programme was held at Kampung Sebayang Hall in Tanjung Manis to equip rural residents with construction skills. The event, officiated by Tanjong Manis MP Datuk Yusuf Abd Wahab, included training courses and repair works at local facilities.
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41 schools in Tanjong Manis to get smart TVs for digital learning
The Tanjong Manis Service Centre will provide 65-inch smart TVs to 41 schools in the constituency. The initiative, announced by MP Datuk Ir Yusuf Abd Wahab, will be carried out in phases, with all schools expected to receive the TVs by the end of the year.
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Sibu public markets to get AEDs under new emergency readiness push
Two AED units will be installed at Sibu Central Market and the Tiong Hua Road Temporary Market in Sibu, Sarawak. The initiative was announced by Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek during the World First Aid Day 2026 celebration, organized by the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu Branch.
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French tourist tries 50-foot Melanau swing at Sibu's Borneo Cultural Festival
A French tourist, Louis Degove, tried the giant Melanau 'itut' swing at the Borneo Cultural Festival in Sibu. The 50-foot attraction was officially opened by the Sibu Municipal Council chairman. The festival runs from Sept 5 to 14.
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115 join international blowpipe contest at Sibu's Borneo Cultural Festival despite haze
The International Blowpipe Competition 2026, held in conjunction with the Borneo Cultural Festival in Sibu, drew 115 participants despite regional haze. The Kalimantan contingent was reduced from 12 to six, and Brunei's team could not attend due to technical issues. Sibu Municipal Council chairman Clarence Ting expressed happiness that the event proceeded.
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JPJ Sarawak: 13 motorcyclists die daily, new riders must be cautious
At a B2 licence assistance programme in Sarikei, JPJ Sarawak's deputy director highlighted that an average of 13 motorcyclists die daily in Malaysia. He cited a 2025 MIROS study showing 6,537 road fatalities, with 66% involving motorcyclists, and urged new riders to follow safety rules.
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Deputy premier urges young Red Crescent members in Sibu to build leadership skills
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, speaking at the opening of the MRCS Sarawak Chapter Convention 2026 in Sibu, urged young members to develop resilience and compassion to become humanitarian leaders. He emphasized that first aid skills are important but must be paired with the right mindset and courage to act.
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MRCS Sarawak convention in Sibu gathers 200 cadets for leadership, humanitarian training
The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) State-Level Convention 2026 is being held in Sibu, Sarawak, on Saturday, drawing about 200 young cadets from branches across the state. The event focuses on youth leadership, mental resilience and humanitarian preparedness, featuring seminars and team-building activities. MRCS Sibu Branch chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee urged the cadets to develop sound judgement, teamwork and discipline for future humanitarian service.
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1,014 B40 participants in Tanjong Manis receive motorcycle licenses under BLM program
A total of 1,014 participants of the Driving License Assistance Program (BLM) in Tanjong Manis, Sarawak, successfully obtained their motorcycle licenses after completing the JPJ screening, training, and tests. Tanjong Manis MP Dato Yusuf Abd Wahab reminded recipients not to misuse the licenses for illegal activities such as street racing.
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Bukit Assek rep opens Sarawak Energy junior badminton championship in Sibu
Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng officiated the Sarawak Energy Central Zone Junior Badminton Championship 2026 at Sibu's Catholic High School hall. He urged young players to emulate the spirit of national badminton legend Datuk Lee Chong Wei. The three-day tournament features 263 players in Under-9 to Under-15 categories.
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Sibu MP's aide urges repairs to faulty streetlights and pothole after inspection
Following public complaints, the special aide to Sibu MP Oscar Ling inspected a poorly lit junction on Jalan Wawasan and found faulty streetlights. She also discovered a pothole on Jalan Ling Kai Cheng and has lodged complaints with authorities, calling for urgent repairs to ensure road safety.
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Sibu man remanded six more days over nephew's slashing death
A 49-year-old man in Sibu has been remanded for another six days over the death of his five-year-old nephew, who was allegedly slashed on the neck on Aug 28. The boy died at Sibu Hospital. The suspect is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code.
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Sarawak athletics body eyes SUKMA title revival through coaching course
The Sibu Division Amateur Athletic Association president hopes athletics can help Sarawak reclaim the SUKMA overall title in Kelantan. He spoke at a luncheon for trainees who completed a five-day World Athletics coaching course held in Sibu. The association is also preparing for the Sibu Open Athletics Championship in October.
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Man pleads not guilty to 2024 Sibu shooting attempted murder charge
A 34-year-old man pleaded not guilty in the Sibu Sessions Court to attempted murder over a shooting on Jalan Wong King Huo on Jan 1, 2024. The court granted him RM10,000 bail and set Oct 6 for case management. The victim suffered gunshot wounds to both lower limbs.
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Sibu man fined RM10,000 for possessing child sexual abuse, pornographic material
A 22-year-old man in Sibu was fined a total of RM10,000 by the Magistrates' Court for possessing child sexual abuse material and pornographic content. The offences were discovered on his mobile phone and laptop at a house in Lorong Lada 8A2A.
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Contractor urged to control dust from ongoing Sibu roadworks
A DAP Sarawak committee member has called for better dust control during roadworks on Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman in Sibu, which have been causing inconvenience to residents and motorists.
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Cultural and music activities as a medium for community unity
At the Pesta Meradong 2026 in Bintangor, Sarawak, a Karaoke Lagu Iban competition saw nearly half of its 20 participants from the Malay community, highlighting music's role in uniting multiracial society. Deputy Minister Datuk Abdullah Saidol praised the participation as a positive sign for the Dayak music industry and community unity.
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Elderly woman trapped in two-vehicle accident
A 66-year-old woman lost consciousness after being trapped in a two-vehicle collision on Jalan Ling Kai Cheng in Sungai Merah Town District, Sibu, Sarawak. Firefighters rescued her, and she was taken to a hospital. The other driver and a child sustained minor injuries.
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Police detain two, seize over RM400,000 in drugs in Sibu
Police in Sibu arrested two individuals and seized drugs worth RM412,351 in a raid on a house at Jalan Gambir. The haul included ketamine and Erimin 5 pills. The suspects, both 21, are being remanded for investigation.
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Sibu Airport flights unaffected as visibility improves amid haze
Flight operations at Sibu Airport remained unaffected on Wednesday as visibility improved despite the haze, with visibility at 3,000 metres and runway visual range at 2,000 metres. The airport manager said no flights were affected, a contrast to the previous day when thick fog and haze caused two cancellations, four delays and three diversions. The Air Pollutant Index in Sibu had decreased to 248 as of 4pm.