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Ghent waste collection strikes suspended until next week
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 15, 2026 – New strikes at the Ghent waste collection company stand averted until at least next week following negotiations between union representatives and management.…
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Teenager rescued from drowning at Ghent’s Blaarmeersen beach
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 19-year-old French speaker nearly drowned at Blaarmeersen beach in Ghent after swimming into a…
Ghent enforces swimming restrictions amid health concerns
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Authorities in Ghent warn against swimming in prohibited areas like Keizerpark and Houtdok due to…
Record heat sparks online reservations at Ghent’s Blaarmeersen
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): On the hottest day of the year Blaarmeersen in Ghent reached full capacity for the…
Natuurpunt proposes nature tours for kids in Ghent
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Natuurpunt praises Ghent's green initiatives and proposes regular nature tours for children to strengthen their…
Discover innovation at the 2024 Ghent Auto Show
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Brussels Auto Show in early 2024 featured interactive experiences for car fans. The upcoming…
Ghent’s Dampoort Hotel fire incidence
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): On June 15 a fire at Hotel Dampoort in Ghent resulted in the death of…
Toxic blue-green algae found in Ghent waterways, avoid contact
Ghent (The Brussels Morning newspaper): Blue-green algae found in Ghent's waterways can produce toxins causing health issues if ingested or…
Ghent’s Tim Brys achieves remarkable 4th place in Heavyweight Rowing
Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Patrick Lafontaine praised Tim Brys for his 4th place finish in heavyweight rowing surprising everyone…