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Saphan Hin park closed for night time
Saphan Hin park closed for night time
PHUKET: Officials have joined hands to ensure locals adhere to rules and refrain from visiting Saphan Hin Park from 10pm through 4am ’in order to maintain peace, security, and order.’
Phuket youths win national award for fight against corruption
Phuket youths win national award for fight against corruption
PHUKET: The Phuket Youth Anti-Corruption Club has received a national award for their efforts as a civil society network taking part in preventing, monitoring and reporting corruption at the local level.
Car downs power lines in Rawai
Car downs power lines in Rawai
PHUKET: A local resident has urged drivers to exercise caution after light rain overnight saw a car slam into a power pole on Saiyuan Rd early this morning (Mar 29).
Phuket SwapShop gets set for Easter
Phuket SwapShop gets set for Easter
The Phuket SWAPSHSwapShop is gearing up for an Easter celebration filled with family-friendly activities and the spirit of giving, set to take place at the Seeds of Change Vocational Learning Centre from 11am to 3pm.tomorrow (Mar 30).
BISP Sea Eagles soar at Swim Invite
BISP Sea Eagles soar at Swim Invite
SWIMMING: Teams from several regional countries gathered at the British International School, Phuket BISP Sea Eagles Swim Invite on Mar 8-10, an event that showcased exceptional athleticism in the pool.
Pilot on Phuket-New Delhi flight sacked for flying under the influence
Pilot on Phuket-New Delhi flight sacked for flying under the influence
PHUKET: Air India has sacked a pilot who tested positive for alcohol after operating a flight from Phuket to New Delhi.
Public meeting held on new Phuket Town incinerator
Public meeting held on new Phuket Town incinerator
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has held its first public meeting on the plan to build a new incinerator at the solid waste disposal facility at Saphan Hin.
Phuket International Contemporary Art Festival underway
Phuket International Contemporary Art Festival underway
PHUKET: A major contemporary art festival is underway in Phuket, showcasing works from artists based in the southern provinces of Thailand.
Phuket Songkran to promote ‘Thai Soft Power’, says governor
Phuket Songkran to promote ‘Thai Soft Power’, says governor
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has announced that official celebrations for Songkran will be held to promote Thai culture and traditions, “reflecting the identity of Thai Soft Power”.
Farmer of last rice field in Phuket praises fresh rice prices
Farmer of last rice field in Phuket praises fresh rice prices
PHUKET: Suphan Phathom, President of Ban Mai Khao Farmers Group, has praised the price of fresh off-season rice reaching B10,000 per ton, saying it helps to maintain the tradition of Thai farmers growing rice, and helps farmers sustain an income.
Phuket reservoirs take a hit
Phuket reservoirs take a hit
PHUKET: The water level at Band Wad reservoir, the main public water supply reservoir on the island, as of today (Mar 26) stands at 32%, 
US Ambassador to join consular outreach to Phuket
US Ambassador to join consular outreach to Phuket
PHUKET: US Ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec will be in Phuket next week to lead a ‘Town Hall’ event to discuss consular services topics and issues affecting US citizens on the island.
Power outage to affect Thalang Town
Power outage to affect Thalang Town
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a scheduled power outage that will affect a large area around Thalang Town on Saturday (Mar 30)
M2MMA gets ready to kick-off in Phuket
M2MMA gets ready to kick-off in Phuket
MMA: This coming Sunday (Mar 31) will see the renowned Sinbi Boxing Stadium in Rawai host M2MMA 1, an extraordinary event that merges the worlds of combat sports, entertainment and community.
Health minister in Phuket promotes tourist safety
Health minister in Phuket promotes tourist safety
PHUKET: Minister of Health Cholnan Srikaew was treated to a safety response extravaganza at Patong Beach yesterday (Mar 24) before officially launching the “Phuket Island Safety Sandbox” scheme in the hope of assuring tourists that Phuket is a safe place to holiday.
The tale of Lady Chan
The tale of Lady Chan
The annual Phuket Heroines Festival concluded last Friday night (Mar 15), with Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat playing the traditional role of the provincial Governor in the historical drama re-enacting the victory led by Phuket’s famed Heroines over Burmese invaders in 1785.
Pud Jor Shrine to get B30mn restoration
Pud Jor Shrine to get B30mn restoration
PHUKET: The Pud Jor Shrine, which has stood in the heart of Phuket Town for over 100 years, is set to undergo a renovation and restoration project costing B30 million.
Senate committee supports call for Phuket special admin
Senate committee supports call for Phuket special admin
PHUKET: Gen Lertrat Ratanavanich, Chair of the Senate Local Government Committee, has given his support for Phuket to be designated a Special Administration Area.
Why nominee shareholders are so illegal
Why nominee shareholders are so illegal
In the past few weeks, Thai news and social media have been filled with reports of foreigners illegally working in Thailand and hiding behind nominee shareholders to bypass laws on restricted jobs and land ownership. The fallout from these actions includes a targeted response from authorities who have started in-depth investigations into foreign-owned and run businesses.
Governor’s wife visits the poor
Governor’s wife visits the poor
PHUKET: Busadee Suwannarat, wife of Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, has led a delegation of officials to two homes in Tambon Thepkrasattri to offer donations and support to people in difficult living conditions.