Koh Lanta Local News — Island Stories & Community Updates
Lucky Lottery Booth Scores Another Winner
A lottery ticket booth in Sukhothai has gained fame for producing multiple winners, most recently announcing a fourth-prize winner after its dramatic 2569 draw that sparked widespread interest among hopeful players.
Chinese Ore Plant Construction Halted Over Water Safety Fears
Construction of a Chinese-backed ore processing plant in Kanchanaburi has been halted after thousands of residents protested contamination risks to a major irrigation canal supplying drinking water to Suphan Buri province. The facility bega
Chatchatchai Unveils New Bangkok Administration Team
Chatchatchai Sittiphan officially began his second term as Bangkok Governor on July 9, unveiling a new administration team of deputy governors and advisors to guide the city's governance over the next four years.
Khlong Saen Saep Ferry Cuts Fares by 1 Baht
Khlong Saen Saep Ferry is cutting fares by up to 2 baht per segment starting July 10 after diesel prices dropped, bringing tickets to 13-23 baht depending on distance.
Nong Khao Residents Rally Against Chinese Mineral Plant
Thousands of residents in Kanchanaburi's Nong Khao subdistrict petitioned against a Chinese mineral plant planned near a critical irrigation canal, citing contamination risks to water supplies serving hundreds of thousands of people and agr
Restaurant Seeks Price Controls Despite Oil Cost Cuts
A curry rice restaurant in Nakhon Ratchasima is keeping prices unchanged despite fuel cost cuts, saying other ingredient costs remain elevated and calling on the government to control wholesale prices for cooking supplies and food items.
Construction Company Terminates Employee, Disclaims Liability
Ja's Construction has terminated its sales manager effective March 1, 2025, and disclaims liability for the former employee's future actions, directing clients to contact the company directly.
Landlord Furious After Tenants Leave Rental Trashed With Garbage
A Ko Lanta landlord discovered their rental room buried under waist-high garbage after tenants abandoned it, with sanitary pads and food scraps scattered throughout the filthy space. The frustrated landlord said they had been lenient with r
Chonburi FC: Built On Strong Foundations, Not Just Money
Chonburi FC built itself into a Thai League powerhouse through youth development and strong academy systems rather than big spending, making the province a football-obsessed region with multiple professional clubs and grassroots competition
Ancient Khmer Temple Pond Dries Up, Fish Die
Severe drought has drained the iconic pond at Wat Thepprast Sarakamphaeng Noi, an ancient Khmer temple in Si Saket province, leaving dead fish scattered across exposed cracked earth and disrupting a beloved merit-making tradition for visito
Mother Withdraws Lawsuit Against Tray Scott, Seeks Dialogue
A Thai mother has withdrawn her disinheritance lawsuit against her son, hoping to rebuild their relationship through dialogue after a court recommended they attempt communication during mediation hearings.
Popular Bang Saen Cafe Highway Cafe Closes Doors
Highway Cafe, the viral American-style establishment on Wonnaphla Beach in Bang Saen, is closing July 3rd but promises to reopen at a new location, with updates coming via TikTok.