Rent-to-Own (RTO) housing scheme making good progress
The Penang State Government is forging ahead with its “Rent-to-Own” (RTO) scheme which has seen some 3,543 RTO units been completed. The programme will serve those underprivileged to own their…
Penang state government approves RM50,000 contribution for St Anne’s Church in Bukit Mertajam
The Penang state government’s “inclusive policy” of all races and religion was demonstrated again when they went about assisting houses of worship, including other than Islam. This time around, a…
Residents in Harmony View and Taman Sri Penawar receive good news on lift upgrading
Residents in Harmony View and Taman Sri Penawar rejoiced when they received news of upgrading of the lifts at their apartments. The much awaited news was brought by Penang State…
Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association holds meaningful gathering at Hin Bus Depot
By V. Sivaji The Hin Bus Depot was a hive of activity as more than 500 members from the Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA) members gathered for a day of…
Folks in Seberang Perai to get new market by March next year
Folks in Seberang Perai will get a brand new market by March next year. This is following the ground breaking ceremony for the new market performed by Penang Chief Minister…
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…
George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back next month
By V. Sivaji The George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back. The popular event will be held from July 9 to 24, 2022 across several venues in Georgetown and surrounding…
Airbnb delegation pays courtesy call on Tourism Exco
A delegation from Airbnb led by their Public Policy Lead for Southeast Asia, Ms Shangari Kiruppalini and Senior Consultant Hafizin Tajudin made a courtesy call to the Penang State Exco…
Wadda Gurduwara Sahib Penang receives RM200,000 towards its restoration work
The oldest Gurduwara in the country, Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang received a much needed contribution of RM200,000 towards the restoration works currently underway. State Exco for Local Government, Town and…
Calling for entries for Penang Urban Sculptures Programme
Calling for entries for the “Penang Urban Sculptures Programme- Where Light Meets Water ” organised by IJM Perennial Development Sdn Bhd. The contest is open to all students from public…