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3,600 cadets graduate from Naval Academy
More than 3,600 cadets graduated from the Naval Recruit Training Center in Sattahip, taking up service as Royal Thai Marines. Vice Adm. Bongsuth...
Burmese fisherman rescued from Sattahip Bay
The Royal Thai Navy rescued a Burmese fisherman who jumped overboard to escape a group of Cambodian crewmembers. The HTMS Pattani pulled the...
Rayong fruit inspector under guard as stink over premature durians spreads
A Rayong agricultural inspector has been given an armed security escort after receiving death threats from angry durian growers. Rayong Agricultural officer Songtham...
World War II-era grenade found at Bang Saray construction site
Naval ordinance experts were summoned when an unexploded World War II hand grenade was discovered at a Bang Saray construction site. Maj. Sorasak...
Rayong Buddhists host vegetarian festival for goddess’ birthday
Eastern Buddhists marked the birthday of the goddess of compassion with a vegetarian festival in Rayong. Celebrated this year on March 31, the...
Rayong factory fire causes panic, 80 Mil. baht damage
Up to 2,000 people were evacuated from their homes March 29 when the Master Glove Industries Co. plant in Pluakdaeng erupted in a major...
Palang Chon recruits new members in Sattahip
Looking to expand outside of Chonburi, the Palang Chon Party hosted a recruitment meeting to drive interest in the party and educate newcomers...
Sattahip police suspect in 5 necklace, phone snatchings
Police have arrested the suspect behind almost a half-dozen necklace and phone robberies in Sattahip. Jaturong Nuamsree, 22, was apprehended at the BB...
Rayong community honors centenarian
Two Rayong groups saluted Rhan Lonlua for not only turning 100 years old, but doing so as a model citizen. Friends, family and...
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Pattaya ensures smooth pedestrian movement and maintains order during Beach Music Festival
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City authorities have intensified efforts to regulate sidewalk vendors along the beachfront during the ongoing Pattaya Music Festival (March 7-8)...
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PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya’s traffic congestion has long been a hot topic among residents and tourists alike. While authorities frequently crack down on illegal...
Progress on artificial turf installation at Jomtien Beach playground
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Jomtien Beach area, known for its serene 6-kilometer stretch lined with resorts and eateries, is enhancing its recreational facilities by...
Public reactions on Pattaya’s traffic clampdown – Concerns over inconsistent enforcement
PATTAYA, Thailand – Following the recent crackdown by Pattaya traffic police, many residents have expressed mixed opinions about the effectiveness of the ongoing enforcement...
Pattaya Traffic Police step up action against double parking, and vendors blocking roads
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pol. Lt. Col. Phanuphong Nimsuwan, Traffic Police Officer of Pattaya City Police Station, along with his team, carried out a crackdown...