Penangites told to store water as further repairs on Prai River pipe set for 8.30pm Dec 21

GEORGE TOWN: Consumers in several parts of Penang are facing a delay in full resumption of water supply as repairs on the burst pipe in the Prai River are not complete. Those who have begun to receive supply are advised to store water as pumping operations will be shut down at 8pm on Thursday (Dec 21)...

Dangerous river conditions slowing down underwater pipe repair works in Penang

GEORGE TOWN: Dangerous river conditions have slowed down underwater pipeline repair works at the Prai River, says the Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP). PBAPP said the normalisation of water supply to 95% of 200,000 water consumers affected by the water supply interruption was re-scheduled to between noon and 1pm on Thursday (Dec 21). ALSO READ: Braving the murky...

Workshops must now display mechanics’ qualifications and more

PETALING JAYA: The one-year grace period for auto repair workshops to display the names and certification of their mechanics is up and the authorities will now take action against errant operators. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry director-general (enforcement) Datuk Azman Adam said the ministry had given sufficient time for workshop operators to comply with...