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Evicted vendors 'happy' at move
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/02/2018
» Most vendors affected by the closure of five markets in the Seri Villa housing estate project in Prawet district are happy with the new locations found for them by City Hall, according to Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang.
City traders eligible for BMA help
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/02/2018
» The 500 vendors at the five markets which allegedly operated illegally in the Seri Villa housing estate in Prawet district are to be treated as damaged parties eligible for compensation, according to a source at City Hall.
Markets won't be axed despite angry aunties, says governor
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/02/2018
» Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang assured vendors that they were welcome to resume trading at the Seri Villa estate, where two elderly residents attacked a pickup truck blocking their driveway, as long as the market operators comply with rules.
No more wet markets near axe aunts' house
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/02/2018
» Bangkok district authorities ordered the closure of all illegal markets within seven days - and prohibited raw foods at the remaining licensed markets - at the Seri Villa housing estate in Prawet district, where enraged residents attacked a truck blocking their driveway with an axe on Sunday.
The passion of Phra Phayom Kalayano
Spectrum, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 07/01/2018
» The name of Phra Phayom Kalayano -- the famous abbot of Wat Suan Kaeo in Nonthaburi -- has various connotations. For religion, he is a prolific sermon giver whose lively oratory style lures the younger generation to listen to the Lord Buddha's teachings. For social development, the 68-year-old monk is a living example of a Phra Nak Pattana -- or a developing monk who works to improve the lives of poor people.
Top five city stories of the year
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/12/2017
» The year 2017 will be remembered as an uncommon year for the capital city and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).
Life in the slow lane starts to speed up
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 23/12/2017
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will oppose a court order to rename a section of Sutthisan Road to Inthamara, as it was once called.
The project that won't let communities go to waste
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/12/2017
» Sala Thammasop, a small community near a railway in Thawi Watthana district in the Thon Buri area, had become notorious for its squalid environment. Rubbish was almost everywhere -- along the railway, around the houses -- and even the nearby canal was inundated with all kinds of floating detritus, as well as leeches.
Forbidden fruit spurs illegal dorms
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/11/2017
» Illegal university dormitories, which allow male and female students to cohabit, have become rampant after a controversial act was passed two years ago.
Demolition of Aetas Hotel expected to begin in February
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/11/2017
» The demolition of the Aetas Hotel and serviced apartment in Bangkok's Pathumwan district is expected to begin in February next year, according to Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang.