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CHIANG RAI – Villagers in northern Thailand are breathing a huge sigh of relief today after a successful police operation. Local law enforcement raided an abandoned house in Chiang Rai province right after dark. This police raid directly followed several community complaints about teenagers gathering there at night. Officers quietly swooped in on the suspect […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Schools Get Clean Water Filters to Boost Health

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – On October 2, 2026, Chiang Rai Governor Chucheep Pongchai led a special community mission to bring clean drinking water to local students. He teamed up with the Chiang Rai Red Cross Chapter to donate modern water filtration systems to target schools across the province. This important effort is a key part of […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Airport Eyes Major Hub Status on 28th Anniversary

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport is taking a big step forward. The airport recently celebrated its 28th anniversary on October 2, 2026. However, leaders are looking far beyond past success. They plan to transform the facility into a major aviation and logistics hub for Northern Thailand. Airport Director Gitsada Pukasup […]

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OCT

Central Chiang Rai Boosts Safety With Full 2026 Fire Drill

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Central Chiang Rai recently hosted its annual fire drill and evacuation simulation for 2026. The shopping center created a realistic emergency scenario to carefully train its staff. This important event aims to improve emergency response times and keep all shoppers safe. Ultimately, the mall wants to prove that visitor safety remains its […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Issues Alert: Arsenic Levels Surge 28x in Sai River

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – Local authorities in Chiang Rai have raised the official danger alert for the Mae Sai River. This warning follows shocking test results showing severe water contamination throughout the major waterway. Officials recently discovered that arsenic levels in the river have surged to a massive 28 times the normal safety limit. In addition, […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Student Tops National English Test

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – A young student from Chiang Rai has achieved a major milestone in education. Araya Sony, a fourth-grader at Tessaban 7 Fang Min School, secured first place in a prestigious national English competition. This remarkable victory spans the provincial, regional, and national testing levels. Her success brings immense pride to her local community […]

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OCT

Flood Boy: Did Chiang Rai’s AI Warning System Actually Work?

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – Recently the Province of Chiang Rai faced some of its most severe weather challenges in modern history. After devastating floods swept through northern Thailand, authorities turned to cutting-edge technology called Flood Boy for help. They installed a smart monitoring system called “Flood Boy” to keep vulnerable residents safe. This AI-powered tool promised […]

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SEP

Chiang Rai Police Catch Driver Smuggling 13 Migrants

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Police in northern Thailand intercepted a black pickup truck transporting 13 undocumented migrants near the border. The successful arrest took place at the Pu Kaeng checkpoint in Chiang Rai province. Officers set up the targeted roadblock after receiving an urgent tip about a local smuggling operation. On September 29, 2026, local authorities […]

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SEP

Chiang Rai National Parks Finally Reopen Winter

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Nature lovers have a great reason to smile as outdoor adventures return to northern Thailand this week. Many beautiful national parks across Chiang Rai are finally welcoming eager visitors again. These stunning parks were closed between July and October to let local ecosystems naturally heal. Officials also closed the areas to keep […]

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SEP

Chiang Rai Border Clash Leaves 9 Drug Runners Dead

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – A deadly 10-minute shootout on the Thai-Myanmar border left nine suspected drug smugglers dead and resulted in the seizure of nearly 300 kilograms of crystal meth. The fierce gunfight broke out late Monday night in the rugged terrain of Chiang Rai province while soldiers conducted a routine patrol. Troops aimed to block […]

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