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Ipoh Echo is, in essence, a community-based newspaper established with the sole aim of providing a platform for the residents of Ipoh to voice and share their views, concerns and happiness. Ipoh Echo is the brainchild of three individuals who share a common desire to articulate their thoughts via the print media without fear or favour.

IPOH: The role of the Royal Malaysia Police’s Women’s Squad (AMANITA) in conducting community engagement activities is c...
16/12/2024

IPOH: The role of the Royal Malaysia Police’s Women’s Squad (AMANITA) in conducting community engagement activities is crucial in creating a positive impact, particularly in crime prevention efforts.

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BY: Zaki Salleh IPOH: The role of the Royal Malaysia Police's Women’s Squad (AMANITA) in conducting community engagement activities is crucial in creat ...

LUMUT: Public concerns about the alleged sighting of a crocodile in Teluk Batik waters have eased following monitoring o...
16/12/2024

LUMUT: Public concerns about the alleged sighting of a crocodile in Teluk Batik waters have eased following monitoring operations conducted by authorities.

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By: Zaki Salleh LUMUT: Public concerns about the alleged sighting of a crocodile in Teluk Batik waters have eased following monitoring operations conducted ...

IPOH: Several severely potholed roads in Taman Tawas Mewah near Klebang pose life-threatening risks, with residents urgi...
16/12/2024

IPOH: Several severely potholed roads in Taman Tawas Mewah near Klebang pose life-threatening risks, with residents urging the authorities to take immediate action to prevent further accidents at a nearby four-way junction.

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BY: Aida Aziz IPOH: Several severely potholed roads in Taman Tawas Mewah near Klebang pose life-threatening risks, with residents urging the authorities to ...

IPOH: Perak Transit Berhad has announced the rebranding of its myBAS service to Bas.My, marking a fresh chapter in the s...
16/12/2024

IPOH: Perak Transit Berhad has announced the rebranding of its myBAS service to Bas.My, marking a fresh chapter in the state’s public transportation.

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By: Aida Aziz Photo Credit: Mirul Fauzi IPOH: Perak Transit Berhad has announced the rebranding of its myBAS service to Bas.My, marking a fresh chapter in t ...

BATU GAJAH: A Pakistani man was killed after the Perodua Myvi he was driving reportedly lost control and crashed into a ...
16/12/2024

BATU GAJAH: A Pakistani man was killed after the Perodua Myvi he was driving reportedly lost control and crashed into a palm tree along Jalan Kampung Bali earlier today.

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BY: Aida Aziz BATU GAJAH: A Pakistani man was killed after the Perodua Myvi he was driving reportedly lost control and crashed into a palm tree along Jalan ...

2024 Perak Open Koshiki Karatedo Championship!!🥋🏆🏅Photo: Balqis Jazimah Zahari & Angeline KhorAround 108 participants fr...
16/12/2024

2024 Perak Open Koshiki Karatedo Championship!!🥋🏆🏅

Photo: Balqis Jazimah Zahari & Angeline Khor

Around 108 participants from Johor, Wilayah Persekutuan, Selangor, Penang, Kedah and Perak competed at the 2024 Perak Open Koshiki Karatedo Championship at SJKC Hing Hwa, Tambun, yesterday.

It includes three participants from abroad representing Japan.

The 17th edition of the program was organized by the Perak Koshiki Karate-do Association.



Koshiki Karate Kerian District Koshiki Karate-Do KOSHIKI KARATE World News Asia Koshiki Organization

Severe Potholes in Taman Tawas Mewah Pose Life-Threatening Risks, Accidents Frequent at Four-Way JunctionBY: Aida AzizIP...
16/12/2024

Severe Potholes in Taman Tawas Mewah Pose Life-Threatening Risks, Accidents Frequent at Four-Way Junction

BY: Aida Aziz

IPOH: Several severely potholed roads in Taman Tawas Mewah near Klebang pose life-threatening risks, with residents urging the authorities to take immediate action to prevent further accidents at a nearby four-way junction.

Residents have voiced their frustrations, stating that these long-standing issues demand urgent attention.

They also highlighted the need for speed bumps at the junction to mitigate the frequent accidents.

According to a resident representative, Ashamuddin Puteh Salin, 66, the damaged roads on Jalan 1, 7, and 8 pose significant risks, especially to school students who rely on these roads for their daily commute.

“These roads were dug up for sewerage and water pipe works for a new housing project but were poorly resurfaced afterwards,” he said.

“Many parents use Jalan 7 to send their children to school, and the deep potholes here have caused students to fall off their motorcycles.

"When cars and motorcycles pass each other, riders often have to swerve to avoid the holes, risking accidents. The situation worsens during pre-dawn and dusk hours when visibility is poor, especially in rainy conditions.

"Patching the holes has proven ineffective as they quickly deteriorate again. We need better-quality, long-lasting road resurfacing," Ashamuddin added.

He also pointed out that heavy trucks transporting stone and cement worsen the road conditions. Despite lodging complaints with local authorities, he claims no significant response has been received.

Another resident, Shoiad Ibrahim, 63, said the potholes directly in front of his home are a persistent problem.

“Although the authorities have patched the holes, the poor quality of the work causes them to break apart, leaving even deeper potholes,” he lamented.

Meanwhile, Ng Yan Chun, 75, stressed the need for speed bumps at the busy four-way junction leading to Taman Tawas Mewah.

“The junction connects major routes to Kampung Seri Klebang, Meru Raya, and Gunung Lang. It’s extremely congested during peak hours, and the absence of road markings and speed bumps makes it dangerous. Accidents happen here all the time,” he said.

Ng also noted that residents have requested speed bumps since 2022, but no action has been taken.

Ashamuddin reiterated his hope for a swift resolution to these issues.

“Please take decisive action to ensure quality and durable repairs. We want to avoid accidents and prevent potential loss of life.

“With property assessment rates set to increase soon, we hope the authorities will also improve their service standards for the benefit of residents,” he said.

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Poetry Corner: SUN/FLOWER Click below for poem.
15/12/2024

Poetry Corner: SUN/FLOWER

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Introducing a new series of poems by Julian Matthews. Julian is a writer and Pushcart-nominated poet published in The American Journal of Poetry, Autumn Sky ...

BATU GAJAH: A woman died while two others were injured when a Proton Wira car they were in skidded and overturned into a...
15/12/2024

BATU GAJAH: A woman died while two others were injured when a Proton Wira car they were in skidded and overturned into a ditch near Jalan Tanjung Tualang Kampung Batu 3 here late last night.

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By Aida Aziz Photo JBPM Perak BATU GAJAH: A woman died while two others were injured when a Proton Wira car they were in skidded and overturned into a ditch ...

IPOH: To ensure that neighborhoods and communities remain clean, the Ipoh City Council (MBI) has been carrying out clean...
15/12/2024

IPOH: To ensure that neighborhoods and communities remain clean, the Ipoh City Council (MBI) has been carrying out cleaning operations as scheduled.

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By Zaki Salleh Photo MBI IPOH: To ensure that neighborhoods and communities remain clean, the Ipoh City Council (MBI) has been carrying out cleaning operati ...

When was the last time you or anyone you know demanded that your State Assemblyman or Member of Parliament hold a town h...
15/12/2024

When was the last time you or anyone you know demanded that your State Assemblyman or Member of Parliament hold a town hall meeting to discuss a matter of grave public concern? This question must puzzle you because you won’t remember such an occasion. No one has ever made such a request, and it is surprising as ADUNs and MPs are your representatives in governing the nation.

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By Joachim Ng When was the last time you or anyone you know demanded that your State Assemblyman or Member of Parliament hold a town hall meeting to discuss ...

IPOH: Menteri Besar Incorporated (Perak) continues its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR).Click below f...
15/12/2024

IPOH: Menteri Besar Incorporated (Perak) continues its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR).

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By Zaki Salleh Photo: MB Inc IPOH: Menteri Besar Incorporated (Perak) continues its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR). This time, the cont ...

MANJUNG: A baby boy, still alive, was found wrapped in cloth in a bush near a surau (prayer hall) in Kampung Permatang, ...
15/12/2024

MANJUNG: A baby boy, still alive, was found wrapped in cloth in a bush near a surau (prayer hall) in Kampung Permatang, Sitiawan yesterday.

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By Aida Aziz Photo: Police MANJUNG: A baby boy, still alive, was found wrapped in cloth in a bush near a surau (prayer hall) in Kampung Permatang, Sitiawan ...

Baby boy found alive in bushesBy Aida AzizPhoto: PoliceMANJUNG: A baby boy, still alive, was found wrapped in cloth in a...
15/12/2024

Baby boy found alive in bushes

By Aida Aziz
Photo: Police

MANJUNG: A baby boy, still alive, was found wrapped in cloth in a bush near a surau (prayer hall) in Kampung Permatang, Sitiawan yesterday.

According to Manjung District Police Chief, ACP Hasbullah Abd Rahman, the police received a call from public regarding the discovery at 6:45 PM.

He said the investigation revealed that the baby was found by a member of the surau’s committee, who was there to clean the area surrounding the surau.

"The committee member heard the sound of a baby crying and followed the sound until he found the baby in the bushes.

"The baby was referred to Hospital Seri Manjung for further treatment," he said in a statement here today.

He added that the case is being investigated under Section 317 of the Penal Code, and the police are currently searching for the baby's mother.

Anyone with information can contact Inspector Nur Munawara Ahmad at 011-1624 0391, the Manjung District Police Headquarters at 05-688 6222, or the WhatsApp hotline at 014-682 8005.

One killed and two injured, car overturns into ditchBy Aida AzizPhoto JBPM PerakBATU GAJAH: A woman died while two other...
15/12/2024

One killed and two injured, car overturns into ditch

By Aida Aziz
Photo JBPM Perak

BATU GAJAH: A woman died while two others were injured when a Proton Wira car they were in skidded and overturned into a ditch near Jalan Tanjung Tualang Kampung Batu 3 here late last night.

Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, Assistant Director of Operations at the Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), said there were three victims in the accident,adult man, adult woman, and a young girl.

He stated that the car overturned in a 1.5-meter-deep ditch.

"The man and the young girl were rescued by public and sent to the hospital by ambulance before the fire department arrived.

"However, the woman in the front passenger seat was unconscious and was confirmed dead by the Ministry of Health Malaysia's medical team," he said on Sunday.

Personnel from the Batu Gajah Fire and Rescue Station removed the victims using a stretcher.

The deceased was handed over to the police for further action.

IPOH: The Perak Community Specialist Hospital (PCSH) remains committed to providing quality healthcare at lower rates co...
14/12/2024

IPOH: The Perak Community Specialist Hospital (PCSH) remains committed to providing quality healthcare at lower rates compared to other private hospitals, which is in line with its mission as a non-profit institution.

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By: Rosli Mansor Ahmad Razali IPOH: The Perak Community Specialist Hospital (PCSH) remains committed to providing quality healthcare at lower rates compared ...

Explore the future of sustainable architecture in an insightful forum, discussing the cutting edge practices in sustaina...
14/12/2024

Explore the future of sustainable architecture in an insightful forum, discussing the cutting edge practices in sustainable building design.

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By KT Leong Explore the future of sustainable architecture in an insightful forum, discussing the cutting edge practices in sustainable building design. Tak ...

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Ipoh Echo is a community newspaper established with the sole aim of providing a platform for the residents of Ipoh to voice and share their views, concerns and happiness. It acts as a medium to bridge the gap between the authorities and the citizens.It is also the ‘go-to’ medium for EVERYTHING happening in Ipoh: events, exhibitions, food, heritage. You make it happen, we cover it.

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