Bus stops in Penang are being upgraded
The Penang Island City Council has embarked on a project to upgrade all bus stops in the city. They have allocated RM1.2 million for this project. In line with this…
Penang Governor – Time to consider the idea of reviving the free port status for Penang
Penang Governor Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak called to consider revisiting the idea of reviving the Free Port Status of Penang. He added that the economic gains may be obvious…
The new Pan Pacific Orchard is a “green gem” in the heart of the bustling city
A highly anticipated new chapter in the Orchard district’s rich history has arrived—Pan Pacific Orchard opens on June 1, 2023. The 347-key, 23-storey luxury hotel is a new gem to…
Good news for BM folks
Good news for residents in Bukit Mertajam. They will soon have a new upgraded market to replace the market which got damaged in a fire in 2014. Bearing this welcome…
The Haven All Suite Resort – a complete destination to relax and unwind in a natural setting
By V. Sivaji The Haven All Suite Resort, located in Tambun in Ipoh which is also known as the “town that tin built”, is credited in bringing in more than…
IJM Land gives RM10K boost to Tropical Spice Garden
Playing their part as a caring corporate citizen, IJM Land made a generous contribution of RM10,000 towards the Tropical Spice Garden (TSG) in Teluk Bahang. Present at a presentation ceremony…
Boulder Valley Glamping Resort receives 3-star rating from MOTAC
By V. Sivaji Boulder Valley Glamping Resort in Teluk Bahang here received its “3-star” rating from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) earlier today. The resort became the…
Look out for the Icon of the Seas
Look out for the mega cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, expected to debut in 2024. “We have over-scaled the amount of lounge space for guests on theIcon of the…
Plogging their way to a cleaner and greener Penang Hill
In keeping with their corporate social responsibility (CSR) , the annual Trash Free Hill, a plogging (recreational activity combining jogging and picking up trash) event, was carried out successfully recently.…
Penang state government installs more buildings with solar panels in line with Penang Vision 2030
In line with Penang state government’s green initiatives four more Penang Island City Council buildings were installed with solar panels. “The four buildings are Bangunan Penguatkuasa & Pusat Kawalan CCTV…