Penang forgetting its history


PENANG: The Penang Heritage Trust (PHT) has slammed the state government for not organising any special event to celebrate the golden jubilee of George Town’s city status and the 150th anniversary of the state’s municipal status.  

SPECIAL PUBLICATIONS: Anwar showing two books published inconjunction with the Penang municipal centenary celebrations 50years ago. — H.N. LEONG/The Star

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