Ipoh Echo

15/01/2026

IPOH — A hotel has expressed disappointment over the actions of Ipoh City Council (MBI) in addressing the damage to the bus parking area in front of the property, which it claims does not reflect the local authority’s earlier assurances.

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By Rosli Mansor Ahmad Razali IPOH — A hotel has expressed disappointment over the actions of Ipoh City Council (MBI) in addressing the damage to the bus par ...

15/01/2026

IPOH: Visitors to the Tun Razak Library can now breathe a sigh of relief as upgrading works, including improvements to the air-conditioning system, will be carried out in stages starting this March.

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By Aida Aziz IPOH: Visitors to the Tun Razak Library can now breathe a sigh of relief as upgrading works, including improvements to the air-conditioning sys ...

15/01/2026

Perhilitan, MBI Set Traps to Address Wild Monkeys at Gunung Lang

By Aida Aziz

IPOH: Traps have been installed in the surrounding areas of Gunung Lang Recreational Park as an initial control measure to reduce disturbances caused by hill or wild monkeys there.

In a statement by the Ipoh City Council (MBI), the last complaint related to wild monkey disturbances was received and reported to the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) in August last year.

“Following the issue of wild monkey disturbances at Gunung Lang Recreational Park, MBI would like to inform that we have taken control measures through strategic cooperation with Perhilitan.

“This wild monkey issue is not only occurring at Gunung Lang Recreational Park, but also involves other areas in Ipoh, including residential neighbourhoods, roads, and other public areas.

“MBI has always worked closely with the Perhilitan Department in efforts to address the issue of wild monkey disturbances throughout the administrative area of Ipoh City,” the statement said last night.

It added that through this collaborative relationship, MBI will continue to seek optimal and efficient solutions to curb the issue from becoming more widespread.

“The issue of wild animal disturbances not only disrupts recreational activities and tarnishes the image and reputation of tourist areas, but also has a negative impact on public safety, as it constitutes a form of nuisance within the community.

“MBI will continue to maintain ongoing cooperation with relevant departments and agencies, as well as involve concerned local communities, to obtain effective and optimal solutions for the well-being and safety of Ipoh residents,” the statement further explained.

Previously, the media reported public concern among visitors to Gunung Lang Recreational Park over the presence of many aggressive hill monkeys that pose a danger to visitors.

In addition, many suggested that the authorities conduct patrols and tighten security measures in the area to ensure there are no further incidents of visitors being chased or facing frightening situations involving these wild animals.

Many netizens on social media also agreed, sharing their experiences of encountering aggressive monkeys, with some allegedly having been injured by groups of the animals.

https://www.ipohecho.com.my/2026/01/15/perhilitan-mbi-set-traps-to-address-wild-monkeys-at-gunung-lang/

14/01/2026

MANJUNG: Discarded and used items can still be useful if they are wisely put to use by those in need.

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By Zaki Salleh MANJUNG: Discarded and used items can still be useful if they are wisely put to use by those in need. This is the approach taken by the Manju ...

14/01/2026

KUALA KANGSAR: The start of the new school session was especially meaningful for students at two schools in this district with a visit from the Perak Police Chief, Dato’ Noor Hisam Nordin.

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By Zaki Salleh KUALA KANGSAR: The start of the new school session was especially meaningful for students at two schools in this district with a visit from t ...

14/01/2026

Planning iftar for this year’s Ramadan?

TUI BLUE The Haven Ipoh brings back Singgahsana Nostalgia, its Ramadan buffet centred on traditional dishes, live cooking stations, and a setting designed to accommodate families and large gatherings comfortably.

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By Anne Das Planning iftar for this year’s Ramadan? TUI BLUE The Haven Ipoh brings back Singgahsana Nostalgia, its Ramadan buffet centred on traditional dis ...

14/01/2026

IPOH – The Perak state government has allocated RM2.336 million to strengthen education empowerment programmes through a strategic collaboration between Yayasan Perak and the Perak State Education Department (JPN) throughout this year.

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BY: Rosli Mansor Ahmad Razali IPOH – The Perak state government has allocated RM2.336 million to strengthen education empowerment programmes through a strat ...

14/01/2026

We’re pleased to share that National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) will be conducting a Health Screening Programme at GreenAcres Retirement Village.
📅 17 January 2026 (Saturday)
🕘 9:00am – 4:00pm
📍 GreenAcres Retirement Village, Ipoh
🕒 Health Talk Sessions:
🟡 Morning: 10:00am – 10:45am
🟡 Afternoon: 2:00pm – 2:45pm
✨ FREE services available:
• ODOP Screening Package
(BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure, smokerlyser test, Hepatitis B & C, iFOBT, clinical breast examination & doctor consultation)
• Free Blood Test (for eligible PERKESO & PEKA B40 participants)
• Free Health Talk
• Pneumococcal Immunisation Education Booth
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 This event is open to the public, so feel free to invite your family and friends to join us.
Why should you attend?
✔ Early detection can save lives
✔ Get professional advice from healthcare experts
✔ Comprehensive health checks at no cost
✔ Convenient and comfortable setting at GreenAcres
📱 Please scan the QR code on the poster to register, which will help us ensure a smooth and well-organised event.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Stay healthy, stay informed.

13/01/2026

A striking 62% of professionals in Malaysia were either looking for a new job or planning to do so last year. At the same time, 67% of Malaysian employees.

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By Dr Liu Li and Dr Gu Manli Members of the Centre for Future Work under the University Research Centre (URC) at Taylor’s University. A striking 62% of pro ...

13/01/2026

IPOH: Facilities and infrastructure at the Tun Razak Library here need to be improved for the comfort of daily visitors, according to a complaint voiced by an Ipoh resident who frequently visits the knowledge hub.

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By Aida Aziz Photo: Balqis Jazimah Zahari IPOH: Facilities and infrastructure at the Tun Razak Library here need to be improved for the comfort of daily vis ...

13/01/2026

LUMUT: A total of 30 students from underprivileged families received back-to-school donations from the Pangkor State Assembly (DUN) Service Centre.

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By Zaki Salleh LUMUT: A total of 30 students from underprivileged families received back-to-school donations from the Pangkor State Assembly (DUN) Service C ...

13/01/2026

IPOH: A complaint was received regarding a wild tree growing by the roadside drain in the back lane of the Novel Hut premises on Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil here.

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By Zaki Salleh IPOH: A complaint was received regarding a wild tree growing by the roadside drain in the back lane of the Novel Hut premises on Jalan Sultan ...