Community
Citizen Collective Revives Gonesses Bakery in Malmedy
A citizen collective has relaunched the beloved Gonesses bakery in Malmedy, Belgium, preserving its unique 80-tonne wood-fired oven and baking tradition.
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Human Interest
Belgian Woman's Daily Walks with Geese and Ducks Charm Town
Cécile from Wijtschate walks daily with 4 geese and 5 ducks using blind canes for safety. The 'feather gang' has become a beloved local attraction.
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LocalEntertainment
Stuffed Weasel Toy Theft Game Unites Belgian Town
In Mol and Balen, Belgium, residents steal a stuffed weasel toy named Plusje from gardens in a summer community game of hide-and-seek.
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Community
Linkeroever Fire Support Campaign Raises Nearly €8,000
A crowdfunding campaign for victims of the deadly Linkeroever apartment fire raised €7,850, offering relief to residents who lost everything.
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SocietyCulture
Belgian Cafés Disappearing: The Vanishing Heart of Community
One in three Flemish cafés has closed in a decade. Experts warn the loss threatens community bonds, cultural heritage, and democracy.
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EducationEurope
Kayak Stages Keep Kids Busy During Belgium Teacher Strike
A Liège kayak club organizes micro-stages for children during school closures caused by a teachers' strike against austerity measures in Belgium.
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LifestyleSustainability
Repair Cafes: The Growing Movement to Fix Instead of Discard
Free community Repair Cafes are growing across the US, helping people fix broken items instead of throwing them away, saving money and reducing waste.
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