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Fire in Hasselt prison cell prompting prosecutor’s investigation
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 16, 2026 - A fire occurred in a cell at Hasselt prison, prompting the public prosecutor's office to launch an investigation into its cause. Prison…
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Kapermolenpark skate park in Hasselt reopens after renovation
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Kapermolenpark skate park in Hasselt reopened after renovation with new concrete and obstacles, praised…
Hasselt Jessa Hospital reports drop in newborn RSV cases
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Jessa Hospital in Hasselt reports fewer newborn RSV admissions after Beyfortus reimbursement since June 2024.…
Pukkelpop 2025 opens in Hasselt with 50,000 in 35°C heat
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Pukkelpop 2025 opened in Hasselt with 50,000 visitors in 35°C heat, featuring performances by Roxy…
Hasselt Pukkelpop closed the Kempische Steenweg for 4 days
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 40th edition of Pukkelpop begins August 14th, 2025, in Hasselt, with Kempische Steenweg closed…
Hasselt Jessa Hospital cuts waste by recycling 1,274 kg of steel blades
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Jessa Hospital in Hasselt will recycle 1,274 kg of steel laryngoscope blades yearly, cutting waste…
Hasselt detects 244 drones in 3 weeks with Skeydrone system
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police in Hasselt use Skeydrone to detect illegal drones. In 3 weeks, 244 flights were…
Hasselt chase 19-year-old on parole hits 200 kmh Liège probe
Hasselt (Brusselos Morning Newspaper) - Police chased a car in Hasselt after spotting stolen plates. The 19‑year‑old driver, already on…
Hasselt and fire team secure old gelatin factory for demolition
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt is tackling nuisance from squatters and homeless people at the old gelatin factory. Fire…