PoliticsEurope
NSV! Protests in Leuven Over Cancelled Dewinter Lecture
Nationalist student group NSV! protested in Leuven after the city cancelled a Filip Dewinter lecture, citing a breach of the venue rental agreement.
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LocalBelgium
Leuven Traffic Blitz Nets 60 Fines, 6 Licence Withdrawals
A major traffic operation in Leuven involving 23 police trainees checked 692 vehicles, yielding 60 fines and six immediate driving licence withdrawals.
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SocietyBelgium
Girl, 18 Months, Dies After Being Left in Car in Bertem
An 18-month-old girl died in Bertem, Belgium, after one of her parents forgot her in a car for a full day. The Leuven prosecutor's office is investigating.
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Local NewsCulture
Leuven's Meyboom Damaged by Garbage Truck, Now Shorter
Leuven's historic Meyboom tree was knocked over by a garbage truck overnight. The tradition tree has been restored, but now stands one meter shorter.
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CrimeLocal
Leuven Police Catch Youths with Stolen Bike and Scooter
Leuven police arrest three minors from Brussels after a chase on the Geldenaaksevest, thanks to bystanders who helped block the fleeing youths.
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Education
Leuven School Brings Military and Police into Classroom
A Leuven school introduces a safety thinking course taught by military and police, sparking debate about defense in education.
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AccidentBelgium
Drunk Cyclists Collide in Leuven, Woman Suffers Arm Fracture
Two cyclists under the influence of alcohol collided head-on in Leuven early Sunday, leaving a 47-year-old woman with a severe open arm fracture.
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EconomyBusiness
AB InBev Strike in Leuven Ends as Deal Reached on Workload
A six-day strike at AB InBev's Leuven distribution center ends after unions and management agree on new hires, a heat plan, and a review of a dismissal.
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Culture & Heritage
Leuven Town Hall Hidden Behind Giant Banner Until 2027
Leuven's iconic Gothic town hall is hidden behind scaffolding and a giant photorealistic banner as part of a €35 million restoration until 2029.
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Public SafetyTraffic
Leuven Alcohol Checkpoint: Six Licenses Suspended
Leuven police tested 1,126 drivers at checkpoints on three major roads, resulting in six immediate license suspensions and other violations.
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EnvironmentCommunity
Storm Fells Centuries-Old Elm in Leuven's Historic Kruidtuin
A severe storm felled a 200-year-old elm in Leuven's Kruidtuin. The city plans a memorial event and replacement tree amid growing ecological grief.
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Public Safety
Luc Vandezande, 61, Missing Since Friday in Wilsele-Putkapel
Belgian police search for 61-year-old Luc Vandezande, missing since Friday after leaving his home in Wilsele-Putkapel, Leuven. Public asked for help.
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