Ian McIntyre

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Penang raises parking charges by 50% to reduce traffic jams

Time limit on parts of Chulia Street and Little India to be imposed soon in view of the high congestion rate in the area.

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Corner Club – among Penang’s oldest clubs relaunched

The club is also endearing to the public, who yearn for Hong Kong - styled dim sum breakfast and brunches.

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Penang’s coastal paired road to proceed

Chow Kon Yeow said the landmark project, estimated at RM2.9 billion, including RM500 million for land acquisition, will take five years to complete.

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Chow remains Penang PH chief, veterans make comeback

Both veterans were dropped in the 2018 and 2023 state elections respectively after serving up to three consecutive terms.

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Orang Asal in Kelantan identified as major cultivators for kenaf

If adopted well, it can be the cash crop to uplift the quality of life for the rural dwellers.

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Penang keen to diversify economic ties, enhance relations with proven partners

In 2023, Penang’s exports totalled RM435 billion, accounting for 31% of Malaysia’s total exports – the highest among all states.

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Two more Penang DAP leaders join race for CEC

They will now join Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow who also recently announced his candidacy.

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Contests for DAP CEC positions heating up in Penang

Recently, Chief Minister, Chow Kon Yeow also said he will be contesting since ‘he has no party post’.

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Home for cancer patients opens in northern region

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow launched the "MBPP Home of Hope"  which can accommodate 15 families

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Chow confirms contesting DAP CEC next month

The second term Penang CM did not take part in the state DAP elections last September.

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Electoral system has seen positive changes, can be improved further, says EC deputy chairman

He said Selangor and Terengganu were among the states with under representation in terms of elected representatives.

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'Opposite side of the Island' - campaign to showcase Penang’s mainland destinations

Initiative seeks to draw both domestic and international visitors to explore Prai's unique attractions.