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Phuket Town schools to postpone start of new school year
Phuket Town schools to postpone start of new school year
PHUKET: Seven schools in Phuket Town operated under Phuket City Municipality will not resume classes for the new school year on May 16. Instead, students at the schools will start the new school year on May 29.
Hopes float to re-open flooded underpass
Hopes float to re-open flooded underpass
PHUKET: Traffic Police are hoping the Darasamut Underpass will fully re-open by this afternoon (May 9) after more than a day of attempting to clear the tunnel of dangerous flood waters.
Phuket boats ordered to ready for heavy weather fallout
Phuket boats ordered to ready for heavy weather fallout
PHUKET: Phuket Marine Office Chief Nachapong Pranit has ordered all boat operators to check their vessels for seaworthiness ahead of heavy weather forecast for the region from Thursday through Sunday (May 11-14).
Power outages to hit Srisoonthorn, Yacht Haven
Power outages to hit Srisoonthorn, Yacht Haven
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Srisoonthorn and Mai Khao on Thursday (May 11) as work is carried out on developing the high-voltage distribution system.
United effort brings hope for Daniel
United effort brings hope for Daniel
PHUKET: The family of 10-year-old drowning victim Daniel Andreiev is holding onto hope after a united effort by the Phuket community and people from around the world made it possible to airlift him to Bangkok for treatment not available on the island. However, the fight for Daniel’s life is far from over, and more help is needed.
Water outage to affect residential areas in Sapam, Koh Kaew
Water outage to affect residential areas in Sapam, Koh Kaew
PHUKET: Residents and businesses in Koh Kaew will suffer a water outage on Monday evening (May 8) as workers conduct ‘step tests’ in order to check water-supply pressure in the water mains.
Prayut hits campaign trail in Phuket
Prayut hits campaign trail in Phuket
PHUKET: More than 12,000 people turned out in support of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha at a campaign event at Saphan Hin last night (May 7).
Russian killed in motorbike crash on wet road in Kata
Russian killed in motorbike crash on wet road in Kata
PHUKET: Rescue workers are urging motorists to slow down and exercise heightened caution on wet roads as sporadic showers start to soak the island following a Russian being killed in a motorbike crash in Kata early this morning (May 8).
Electricity outages to affect Nai Yang, Laguna area
Electricity outages to affect Nai Yang, Laguna area
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in two parts of Thalang District today (May 8) as work is carried out on developing the low-voltage distribution system.
Phuket Immigration sends warning to lawbreakers
Phuket Immigration sends warning to lawbreakers
PHUKET: At least three people have been arrested by Immigration Police at Phuket International Airport since May 1 according to the reports of the Phuket office of the Immigration Bureau.
Phuket Opinion: Crossing the line
Phuket Opinion: Crossing the line
PHUKET: The latest requirements by Phuket Immigration for one-year permits to stay as confirmed by The Phuket News this week crosses several lines.
Monkey neutering campaign gains momentum in Phuket
Monkey neutering campaign gains momentum in Phuket
PHUKET: Wildlife officials in Phuket are continuing their efforts to control the population of macaques on the island. Dozens of monkeys have already been caught and taken to the Nature and Wildlife Education Centre at Khao Phra Thaew Wildlife Sanctuary since the campaign began in April, the overall target is set at 500 animals.
Drug dealer’s girlfriend arrested in Phuket after months on the run
Drug dealer’s girlfriend arrested in Phuket after months on the run
PHUKET: The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of the Royal Thai Police has confirmed the arrest of Jaruwan Sriwilas, 24, in connection with the illicit drug business of her boyfriend busted one year ago with 4 kg of crystal methamphetamine (ya ice) and over 400,000 meth pills (ya bah). A warrant for Ms Jaruwan’s arrest was issued in September.
Phuket blood donation drive continues in May
Phuket blood donation drive continues in May
PHUKET: The Phuket chapter of Thai Red Cross and Vachira Phuket Hospital continue their campaigns to replenish reserves in their blood banks, as medics in Phuket and nearby provinces are facing shortages due to increasing number of road accidents and other emergencies.
Schools asked to delay semester start for Games qualifiers
Schools asked to delay semester start for Games qualifiers
PHUKET: Schools in Phuket have been asked to delay their start to the new school year if the school is hosting athletes taking part in the qualifiers for the 48th National Games and the 38th National Handicapped Games later this month.
Out-of-season turtle nest found north of Phuket
Out-of-season turtle nest found north of Phuket
PHUKET: Officials from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) Region 6 office have reported a turtle nest found in Koh Phra Thong, off the coast of Kuraburi District, Phang Nga.
Weekend prohibition rule to include ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”
Weekend prohibition rule to include ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”
PHUKET: The prohibition of the sale of alcohol for the early voting this weekend (May 6-7) will also include a ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”, according to a Royal Thai Police announcement made earlier this week.
Mai Khao mayor declares war on illegal roadside billboards
Mai Khao mayor declares war on illegal roadside billboards
PHUKET: Sarawut Srisakukham, Chief of the Mai Khao Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) has ordered officers to scour the area and remove any signs posted illegally by the side of the road.
Foreign woman crushed by 22-wheeler in Chalong
Foreign woman crushed by 22-wheeler in Chalong
PHUKET: A foreign woman died instantly at the scene after failing to control her rented motorcycle, falling down on the road and being run over by a truck and trailer in Chalong today (May 4). 
Boy, 10, in critical condition after near drowning incident
Boy, 10, in critical condition after near drowning incident
PHUKET: A Ukrainian boy remains in critical condition at Vachira Phuket Hospital after nearly drowning in a swimming pool incident on Tuesday (May 2). The boy’s family and friends are now calling for help to cover growing medical bills as doctors do their best to save the 10-year-old.