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Meradong rep hands 20 glucometers to Bintangor Health Clinic
BINTANGOR (Sept 11): The government will continue enhancing healthcare facilities and services to ensure communities have access to quality and comfortable healthcare that meet current needs, said Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing. He said the provision of medical equipment and upgrading of infrastructure at Bintangor Health Clinic demonstrated the government’s commitment to prioritising the [...]
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Sibu mass kampua tossing draws 1,258, earns Malaysia Book of Records entry
SIBU (Sept 10): The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) has secured an entry in the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for gathering 1,258 participants for a mass ‘kampua’ (traditional dry egg noodle) tossing event at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1 here tonight. The event, held in conjunction with the Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) 2026, surpassed [...]
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Driver gets 10 years, RM50,000 fine for drink-driving death in Bintangor
A 57-year-old man was sentenced by the Sarikei Magistrates' Court to 10 years' jail and a RM50,000 fine for causing the death of a motorcyclist while driving under the influence of alcohol. The collision happened at Mile 4 Jalan Lasi in Bintangor on May 5, when the pickup truck he was driving went out of control on a bend and hit the motorcycle. The victim was taken to Julau polyclinic but died the same day.
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Nine crosses united at Sibu Gateway as Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 opens
Nine crosses representing Malaysia's Catholic dioceses and archdioceses were joined into one Cross at Sibu Gateway on Wednesday night, opening the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026. About 1,000 delegates from across the country joined the Opening Mass and a procession to Kingwood Hotel, where the Cross became the focus of the five-day gathering running until Sept 13.
- நீங்கள்தான் முதலில் பார்த்தீர்கள் உங்கள் அருகில் ஏதோ நடக்கிறதா? அதைப் பதிவிடுங்கள். சாலை மூடப்பட்டது, இரவுச் சந்தை இடம் மாறியது, குழாய் வெடித்தது, செல்லப்பிராணி தொலைந்தது — அதை அருகில் பகிருங்கள். அருகில் ஏதாவது பதிவிடுங்கள் →
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Man charged in Sibu with murder of five-year-old, faces drug count
SIBU: A 49-year-old man was on Thursday (Sept 10) formally charged in the Magistrates’ Court here with murdering a five-year-old boy, with the prosecution telling the court that several key forensic and psychiatric reports are still outstanding before the case can proceed to the High Court. Abdool Malex Mahidin from Jalan Astana Petra Jaya, Kuching, […]
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Aaron: Perpaduan perlu pemahaman, bukan sekadar toleransi
SIBU, 10 Sept: Perpaduan dalam masyarakat majmuk tidak boleh bergantung kepada toleransi semata-mata, sebaliknya perlu dibina melalui pemahaman, rasa hormat, kepercayaan dan kerjasama antara komuniti.
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Aaron: religious groups key to national unity, opens MPC2026 in Sibu
National Unity Minister Datuk Seri Aaron Ago Dagang opened the first Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 at Kingwood Hotel in Sibu today, telling about 850 Catholic delegates from nine dioceses that religious communities must help build national unity. He said government policy alone cannot achieve unity and urged faith groups to move from tolerance to understanding, respect, trust and cooperation.
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Warga emas 78 tahun hilang selepas ke kebun di Durin
SIBU, 10 Sept: Seorang wanita warga emas berusia 78 tahun dilaporkan hilang selepas dipercayai tidak pulang ke rumah panjang ketika pergi ke kebun di Rumah Philip Kayak, Durin, semalam.
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Sibu priest makes mooncakes to fund missionary work
SIBU: For most people, mooncakes are a cherished seasonal delicacy associated with family reunions, glowing lanterns and the Mid-Autumn Festival. For Father Ivan Fang, 66, the humble mooncake carries a far more profound meaning. The Catholic priest, who hails from Brunei and has been serving in Sibu for the past 12 years, has taken on […]
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Wong Soon Koh: Grassroots leaders must master rules, skills
SIBU: Grassroots leadership must be strengthened with knowledge, skills and strong integrity to ensure public services remain efficient, transparent and effective, said Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh. He said growing public demands and expectations for government services required community leaders, village heads and government officers to continuously enhance their capabilities while having […]
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Borneo Dayak Cultural Festival ke-23 di Sibu kekal julang warisan Dayak
SIBU (Sept 10): The 23rd edition of the Borneo Dayak Cultural Festival (BDCF) continues to serve as a platform for preserving Dayak traditions while strengthening unity among Sarawak’s multiracial communities. According to Dayak Stage main coordinator Councillor Augustine Merikan, the festival’s continued staging reflects the Dayak community’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage for future [...]
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Sibu roads to close for 3,000-strong Catholic procession on Sept 9
SIBU (Sept 9): The Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 (MPC2026) procession will be held on Wednesday night (Sept 9) starting from Sibu Gateway, following an Open Mass at the venue. As part of MPC2026, about 1,000 delegates and an estimated 2,000 parishioners are expected to gather at Sibu Gateway. Catholic Church Bishop of Sibu Diocese Rt [...]
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Sibu festival organiser defends haze decision, cites traders' livelihoods
SIBU (Sept 9): The Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) organiser has defended the decision to continue with the event amid concerns over the haze, stressing that the festival provides an important source of income for traders and mobile entrepreneurs. Sibu Tradex spokesman Edward Henry Mut said daily activities have to continue despite the haze, pointing out [...]
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SUPP Bawang Assan branch visits nine households in Tanjung Kunyit
SIBU (Sept 9): The door-to-door community engagement by the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan team continued yesterday, involving nine households in Tanjung Kunyit. Led by the branch chairman Councillor Kevin Lau, the meet saw the team engage directly with the residents to understand the issues faced by them in their daily lives. “This [...]
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Sibu man jailed one month for stealing RM152 in toiletries from pharmacy
SIBU: A 54-year-old man was sentenced to one month’s imprisonment by the Magistrates’ Court here on Tuesday (Sept 8) after pleading guilty to stealing toiletries and reading glasses from a pharmacy in Jalan Central. Magistrate Romario Jonoi ordered the sentence for Goh Yii Liong of Jalan Ulu Sg Merah to take effect from the date […]
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Borneo Cultural Festival Chinese Night in Sibu showcases orchestra, dance, martial arts
SIBU (Sept 8): The Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) 2026’s Chinese Night featured a variety of performances at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1 here on Monday. Organised by the United Chinese Association (UCA) Sibu Division, the event featured performances including Chinese orchestra, welcoming dance, face-changing, dragon dance, lion dance, Wushu, Chinese dance, and 24 Festive [...]
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SAGA alumni urged to bridge Sarawak and Australia ties at Sibu meeting
SIBU: Sarawak Australian Graduates Association (SAGA) alumni and partners have been urged to continue serving as a bridge between Sarawak and Australia, as well as between different sectors within the State. They were also encouraged to leverage their expertise and experience to contribute to Sarawak’s development. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said […]
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Sibu Jaya water woes to end by year's end with new 900mm pipe
SIBU (Sept 8): The water supply problem in Sibu Jaya is expected to be resolved by the end of this year with the installation of a larger-capacity main pipe. Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (SWSB) Central Region representative Siew Kok Kiong said the 900mm-diameter main pipe will increase the water delivery capacity to 13 million litres [...]
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Sibu Teochew Association launches food stall at Borneo Cultural Festival to preserve heritage
SIBU: A bowl of soup, a piece of traditional Teochew kuih and a plate of familiar hometown delights may not appear out of the ordinary, but for the Teochew community, they carry generations of memories, identity and cultural heritage. That was the message behind the “Teochew EIGHT EAT Eight Districts Food Stall”, launched on Sunday […]
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Sibu man fined RM2,000 for defaming another on Facebook
SIBU: A 33-year-old man was fined RM2,000, in default two months’ imprisonment, by the Magistrates’ Court here on Monday (Sept 7) after pleading guilty to defaming a man on social media. The accused, Azrie Leggan, originating from Marudi, entered the guilty plea before Magistrate Romario Jonoi. He subsequently settled the fine. According to the charge […]
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Sibu woman fined RM1,500 for assaulting cousin over RM2,500 debt
SIBU: A 37-year-old woman was fined RM1,500, in default of two months’ imprisonment, by the Magistrates’ Court here on Monday (Sept 7) after pleading guilty to assaulting her cousin following a financial dispute. The accused, Zalifah Hossen from Kampung Bahagia Jaya, Teku, paid the fine. According to the charge sheet, Zalifah was charged under Section […]
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Container falls off trailer and overturns on Sibu road, no injuries reported
SIBU (Sept 7): A container carried by a trailer overturned after falling off the trailer along Jalan Tuanku Osman here on Monday afternoon. The incident is believed to have occurred at around 4.20pm. According to several eyewitnesses, fortunately, no one was at the spot where the container overturned. MORE TO COME
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Kebakaran hutan di Kampung Kut, Daro 90 peratus dipadamkan
DARO, 6 Sept: Cuaca panas, kering dan berangin menjadi antara faktor utama yang menyebabkan kebakaran hutan di Kampung Kut cepat merebak dengan 7.9 hektar daripada keseluruhan lapan hektar kawasan terbakar berjaya dipadamkan setakat hari ketujuh operasi.
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Kemahiran binaan disalurkan kepada komuniti luar bandar di Tanjung Manis
TANJUNG MANIS: A community development programme aimed at equipping rural residents with skills, expanding employment opportunities and improving livelihoods was held at Kampung Sebayang here today. The Tanjung Manis Bina Komuniti 2026 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme also provided local residents with exposure and training in construction related skills. Tanjong Manis MP and Construction Industry […]