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Shopkeeper recalls Flying Doctor crew's stop before Long Lellang helicopter crash
A shopkeeper in Long Siut, Sarawak, recounted how the Flying Doctor Service helicopter crew stopped at her shop for about an hour before their fatal crash at Long Lellang STOLport. The crew mentioned they had an appointment with patients despite hazy weather. Five people were on board the BO-105 helicopter when it crashed.
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MoU signed for road and digital infrastructure at Kenyalang Smart City in Miri
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in Miri between Imasa Dinasti Sdn Bhd and SACOFA Sdn Bhd to enhance road and digital infrastructure for the Kenyalang Smart City project. The government has identified a 5.2-kilometer alignment for roads, while SACOFA's digital infrastructure is estimated to cover about 3.5 kilometers. Existing roads will be upgraded to four lanes, with work targeted for completion in under two years.
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Sarawak Literature Festival 2026 to spotlight indigenous stories in Miri
The Sarawak Literature Festival (SLF) 2026 will be held at the Miri Indoor Stadium from September 23 to 27. Sarawak's Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the festival aims to promote the state's stories, languages, and traditions as part of the creative economy. He also voiced support for Miri's aspiration to become a UNESCO Creative City of Literature.
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Flying doctor helicopter with five on board crashes in Long Lellang, Sarawak
A helicopter carrying five people, including the pilot, crashed near Long Lellang Airport in Marudi, Sarawak this afternoon. The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) confirmed receiving a notification about the incident at 3.58 pm. The aircraft was on a Flying Doctor Service mission.
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Sarawak welfare dept probes family sleeping rough in Miri, Batu Niah
The Sarawak Welfare Department is investigating reports of a family, including a young child, sleeping rough in Miri and Batu Niah. Deputy Minister Datuk Rosey Yunus said the family in Batu Niah is believed to be the same one involved in an earlier incident in Miri, and the department is also checking a similar case in Kuching.
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Cerebral palsy girl in Miri gets specialised wheelchair from Rotary Club
A seven-year-old SK South pupil with cerebral palsy in Miri received a specialised wheelchair on Monday. Her mother, Unchi Thomas, was emotional at the handover led by Rotary Club of Miri Oil Town. Three more wheelchairs will be given to recipients in Long Seridan, Long Lellang and Bario Central.
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Minister: Hobbies like Digimon can lead to youth business opportunities
Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said hobbies and collectibles can become an industry creating economic opportunities for youth. He spoke at the prize ceremony of the Digimon GP Borneo & Hobbies Expo 2026 in Miri on Sunday, which drew participants from Sarawak, Peninsular Malaysia and Brunei.
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Miri lorry terminal earthworks 70% complete, full project due by March
The Miri Lorry Terminal project in Sarawak has reached 70% completion of its earth filling works. Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin said the remaining works are expected to be completed by the end of March next year. The terminal is intended to be Sarawak's first dedicated lorry terminal to serve the freight and logistics industry in Miri and northern Sarawak.
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Teenage motorcyclist dies in crash on Jalan Lambir, Miri
An 18-year-old woman died after her motorcycle hit the back of a four-wheel drive that had stopped on the road shoulder at KM9 Jalan Lambir, Pan Borneo Highway Bintulu-Miri. She was pronounced dead at the scene by a medical assistant from Miri Hospital. Police are investigating under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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RM14 million RTP funds upgrade facilities at 36 Miri schools
A total of 36 primary and secondary schools in Miri have received over RM14 million in Rural Transformation Project (RTP) funds to upgrade facilities. The latest project, a RM160,000 walkway at SK South Miri, was completed on Sept 7, over a month ahead of schedule.
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SUV driver arrested in Miri after red-light crash with motorcyclist
An SUV driver was arrested in Miri after allegedly running a red light and crashing into a motorcycle, then fleeing the scene. The motorcyclist, a local woman, sustained minor injuries. Police arrested the foreign suspect near the Sungai Tujoh border.
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Deputy minister urges youth to preserve Sarawak's sape heritage at Miri festival
At the 'Sape Fest: Reimagined 2026' concert in Miri, Deputy Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan called on the younger generation to take a greater role in preserving and developing the sape as part of Sarawak's cultural heritage. The three-day event, which concluded on Saturday, featured performances by local sape musicians and artists.
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Sarawak deputy minister urges youth to see agriculture as a business
Sarawak's Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, said the agriculture and livestock sector should be seen as a lucrative entrepreneurial opportunity. He was speaking at the closing ceremony of the Youth Entrepreneur Setup (YES) 3.0 – Agropreneur program at Dewan Masyarakat Bekenu in Miri.
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SKCF 2026 closing ceremony in Miri aims to preserve Kenyah culture for youth
The closing ceremony of the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival (SKCF) 2026 was held at Bangunan FORUM in Miri. The event serves as a platform to introduce Kenyah heritage, including traditional games and food, to younger generations. The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture's speech, read by Baram MP Anyi Ngau, stressed the importance of cultural preservation amidst globalisation and AI.
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Kuala Baram dredging project expected to complete by year-end, boosting Miri Port access
The Kuala Baram navigation channel dredging project is expected to be completed by the end of this year, ahead of its March 2027 contract date. Sarawak's Deputy Premier said the project will improve navigation and operations at Miri Port, supporting trade and investment in Kuala Baram. The government has also allocated land at Miri Port for a proposed Free Zone and oil and gas support services.
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Miri mayor's Meet The People session receives 14 complaints
A Meet The People session held by Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang at Tamu Kedayan and Tamu Muhibbah received 14 complaints from residents. The complaints covered issues such as drains, public facility maintenance, enforcement, landscaping, and parking. The session serves as a platform for residents to directly raise local issues with the local authority.
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Kenyah Cultural Evolution Blends Tradition with Modern Creativity
The Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival (SKCF) 7.0 in Miri featured a concert that blended traditional Kenyah dance and music with modern elements. Deputy Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan said cultural evolution should preserve the identity and values of the Kenyah heritage while adapting to contemporary times.
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Orang Ulu federation aims to establish college in Miri
The Federation of Orang Ulu Associations Sarawak Malaysia (Forum) plans to establish its own college in Miri to improve education and skills training for the community. Deputy president Dennis Ngau announced the ambition at the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival 2026.
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Deputy minister urges digital documentation of Kenyah heritage at Miri festival
Deputy Minister Dato Gerawat Gala called for the Kenyah community's oral traditions and cultural heritage to be documented using digital technology. He was speaking at the Traditional Dance and Music Cultural Night held in conjunction with the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival 2026 at the Forum building in Miri. He also encouraged Kenyah youths to use social media to promote their culture.
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Loagan Bunut homestay forced to close temporarily after lake dries up
Mutiara Bunut Homestay in Loagan Bunut National Park, Sarawak, has temporarily suspended operations after the lake dried up due to a severe dry spell. Owner Rolland Ayu said the closure affects bookings for August and September, and operations will resume once water levels are safe for boats. The park is about 111km from Miri city.
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Kenyah culture has potential to drive tourism and community economy
At the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival (SKCF) 7.0 in Miri, Deputy Minister Datuk Gerawat Gala said the Kenyah community's cultural heritage has strong potential to boost tourism and local economic opportunities. He also donated RM10,000 to the Persatuan Kebangsaan Kenyah Sarawak (PKKS) and urged the younger generation to preserve their traditions.
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Concert Cultural Evolution on Sept 1 – 4 celebrates Kenyah’s ethnicity
Concert Cultural Evolution, part of the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival 2026, will be held on Sept 3 at the Grand Ballroom, Forum Cultural Centre in Miri, Sarawak. The event features Kenyah music, dance, and Sape' performances to celebrate and promote cultural heritage.
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Manager: No flight disruptions at Miri Airport as of noon Tuesday despite haze
As of noon Tuesday, no flights at Miri Airport have been disrupted by haze, with visibility at 3,000 metres, according to airport manager Mohd Zabidi Abdullah. Air Pollutant Index readings across Sarawak range from unhealthy to very hazardous, with Lubok Antu recording a reading of 404.