Sep 15 by Lim Boo Seng
Hawkers crash Penang Local Democracy event
GEORGE TOWN - The hawkers claimed that they were denied licenses to ply their trade and insist that Chow address their problems.
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GEORGE TOWN - The hawkers claimed that they were denied licenses to ply their trade and insist that Chow address their problems.
PENANG - Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram) secretariat, Cynthia Gabriel was in Penang recently at the Caring Complex to give the public an update of the Scropene scandal, which she dubbed The Great Malaysian Robbery. [VIDEO]
GEORGE TOWN - Penang state government called for a meeting to discuss the the privatization of Penang Port.
PENANG - The annual Relay for Life event saw persistence, perseverance and a fierce fight for life. People from all walks of life congregate to honour lives touched by cancer. [VIDEO]
PENANG - Taman Boundary's block of 9 storey building consisting of 162 units of flats have functioned over the last 10 years with one working elevator. [VIDEO]
PENANG - This month, the residents around the vicinity of Taman Desaria in Penang once again gathered again to continue to put pressure on the state government, demanding that they put a stop to impending development.
GEORGE TOWN - A public forum has been organised by Suaram Penang and Penang Chinese Newspaper Reporters and Photographers Association in conjunction with World Press Freedom Day.
PENANG - An interview with MTUC secretary of Penang division on May 1, Labour day, regarding current issues especially minimum wage, 60-year retirement age and labour laws reform.
PENANG - Many thought that Penangites were fearful that Berish 3.0 will turned ugly, if not worse, having have bitter experience from the last Anti Lynas rally where thugs and gangsters, threatened and assaulted the protesters.
PENANG - In a press conference, after the Kampung Boundary eviction protest, Hindraf spokesperson, N. Ganeson, warned that land grabbing has become rampant in Malaysia.
PENANG - Santok Singh, two days prior to the impending demolition, is leaving his fate in the hands of God and Penang CM, Lim Guan Eng.
KUALA LUMPUR - Khairy Jamaluddin, slammed the opposition for proposing to abolish National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN).
GEORGE TOWN - According to Penang CM, bullshit sells in Malaysia and it might also help to win the next general election.
PENANG - At 8.30pm, all lights were switched off for 1 hour (except for the stage light), and the audience lit candles in support of Earth hour
PENANG - His latest book, "No more bullshit, please, we're all Malaysians", comprising excerpts from his articles,interviews and political commentaries that he have written over the years.
In conjuction with “Celebration of international women’s day”, SUARAM, organise a “Wanita suara perubahan” event at the Esplanade Penang, speakers’ square. Wanita suara perubahan calls for a clean government, and that the Government must acknowledged the 6 requests demanded. These …
On mar 16, 2012, Suaram, invited some 60 people who were at the Penang Himpunan Hijau during the anti-lynas fracas last Feb 26, 2012
Shahrizat too was not spare when he launched salvo against her husband and family regarding the blatant corruption in National Feedlot Corporation (NFC)
The 2008 political tsunami which swept Pakatan Rakyat into power in Penang has not lost its momentum. If anything to go by, the ground sentiment speaks for itself at the “Jamuan Malam Mesra Rakyat” in Sungai Dua, Penang yesterday. Fueled …
Before the arrival of CM Lim Guan Eng to the Esplanade, the two factions, the Anti Lynas and Pro Lynas group were spewing words of war and shouting anti slogan against each other. It was a lawless and a …
It was a disgrace for this group of umno and perkasa youth who are out to create chaos and trouble to disperse the peaceful Himpunan Hijau in Penang. As the chief minister was leaving the Esplanade, a fracas broke out …
The Himpunan Hijau, Penang chapter was marred by about 50 umno thugs who came to Penang Esplanade with the intention of disrupting an otherwise peaceful gathering. At its peak, the crowd swell to about 500 but the thugs continue …
This unlawful dumping is the work of irresponsible contractors who find it convenient to dispose their construction wastes here
As one drive along the Penang coastal highway, towards Bayan Lepas, one cannot help, but notice piles and piles of construction waste dumps. A visit to the site along the highway, at Lebuhraya Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu, showed …
The diagonally drawn parking bays make the car park even narrower. The top most parking floor’s ceiling is less than 2m-high.
Penang Hill, being a popular tourist attraction, never failed to bring in the crowd, especially during the year end school holidays. Tourists and locals made a beeline to the Penang Hill train station, patiently queuing to purchase train tickets to …
The Local Democracy Month 2011 was launched by YB Chow Kon Yeow at the Penang Esplanade last sunday (27/11/11). During this month long period, there will be many workshops, competitions, forums and talks in an effort to increase public …
It was an entertaining and delighting programme where kids get to hear stories by professional storytellers.
The 2nd Penang International Kids Storytelling Festival (PINKS) was held on Nov 19, 2011 at the Straits Quay, Penang. The event was organised by Preschool Education Committee and supported by the Penang state government. The occasion was graced by …
The total weight of garbage collected was 3.2 tonnes, of which, plastic bags, wood and styrofoam represented the bulk.
Penang Chief Minister, Lim Guan Eng foresees the China Cultural Festival becoming another annual event.
Penang becomes the only the second state in Malaysia to have its own Freedom of Information Act, in aid of transparent government decision-making.
The Penang State Tourism, Development and Culture dept, recently organised a “China Cultural Festival” at the Esplanade. This objective is to foster better ties and bi-lateral relations with China especially in the tourism industry. This is the first …
The state Govt embarked on a cleaning up Penang project dubbed “Gurney Drive Cleanup”, initiated by Pulau Tikus assemblyman, KoayTeng Hai and organised by JCI Bayan. More then 50 organisations such as Dell, Equator Academy of Art, KDU college …
The crowd was initially small, but despite the continuous pouring rain, which pelted for about 40 minutes, it grew larger and soon exceeded 1,000 people.
In view of the Govt refusal to revoke the Employee Bill (Amendments) 2011, the MTUC launch a simultaneous nationwide picket on Nov 3, 2011. In Penang, despite the heavy downpour, many workers showed their support and came to picket …
The Pakatan Rakyat Penang state govt will be tabling the Freedom of Information (FOI) bill this Nov 4 in the state assembly. Penang is the second state in Malaysia to pass this bill after Selangor which have enacted the …
The Pakatan Rakyat Penang state govt will be tabling the Freedom of Information (FOI) bill this Nov 4 in the state assembly. Penang is the second state in Malaysia to pass this bill after Selangor which have enacted the …
Penangnites took time out last sunday evening to gather at the Esplanade Speakers’ Square to show solidarity and support for PPSMI. PAGE (Parents Action Group for Education) is appealing to the Govt to let PPSMI be an option for science …
PAGE (Parents Action Group for Education) is appealing to the Government to let PPSMI be an option for science and maths to be taught in English.
Penangnites took time out last sunday evening to gather at the Esplanade Speakers’ Square to show solidarity and support for PPSMI. PAGE (Parents Action Group for Education) is appealing to the Government to let PPSMI be an option for science …
The Penang state government launched the "Cleaner, Greener Penang" initiative last year. It is ironic that a landmark venue such as Pisa has degenerated into a distasteful state.
The Penang International Sports Arena, PISA, was an air conditioned, indoor sports arena. Completed in year 2000, it is the largest indoor arena in Penang, in fact the largest in Northern Penisular Malaysia. It was designed to host conventions, exhibitions …
Brand new cars are been stored in open space under extreme weather conditions, subjected to heat, rain and dust at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Ayer Rajah Road in Penang.
Brand new cars are been stored in open space under extreme weather condition, subjected to heat, rain and dusts. This have adverse and detrimental effects on new vehicles. The proper storage place should be out of the weather, …
YB Sim Tze Tzin, the ADUN for Pantai Jerejak, recently attended a prayer ceremony at the Sivan Temple in Bayan Baru, Penang.
YB Sim Tze Tzin, the ADUN for Pantai Jerejak, recently attended a prayer ceremony at the Sivan Temple in Bayan Baru, Penang. He took the opportunity to hand out 100 book purchase vouchers to students as a gesture to encourage …
Citizen Journalist Malaysia recently concluded their 2nd Annual Conference held for 3 days Aug 23-25, 2011 in Johore Bahru. This is part 2 of 3 video on this event. Bravo to the CJMY Johore Bahru Chapter for a sounding and …
Citizen Journalist Malaysia recently concluded their 2nd Annual Conference held for 3 days Aug 23-26, 2011 in Johore Bahru. This is part 1of 3 video on this event. Bravo to the CJMY Johore Bahru Chapter for a sounding and successful …
The Penang Esplanade is back as a venue of a motor-racing event – the final round of the Petronas AAM Malaysian Cub Prix Championships from Dec 4th – 5th. Penang, as a historic location, is the perfect site to end …
