Mechelen
First storks arrive at Planckendael Zoo signalling spring
Planckendael (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 14, 2026 - The first white storks arrived at Planckendael Zoo near Mechelen, marking their traditional return as spring harbingers. Zoo staff observed the initial…
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Mechelen celebrates community spirit with new depot Rato artwork
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Depot Rato in Mechelen has opened new outdoor artwork that celebrates its diverse art .…
Man killed in shooting over parking space in Mechelen
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning newspaper): A parking dispute in Mechelen turned deadly on 25th August at sunday evening leaving one…
De Nachtwinkel in Mechelen offers day-to-night entertainment
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): "De Nachtwinkel" in Mechelen is a popular day-to-night venue offering free afternoon dance sessions and…
Mechelen raids expose major drug and cigarette operation
Mechelen (The Brussels morning newspaper): In May 2024 German customs seized over a ton of cocaine in Hamburg, prompting a…
Nekkerspoel tunnel transformed into vibrant community mural in Mechelen
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning newspaper): The Nekkerspoel station tunnel in Mechelen, Belgium has been renovated with a 70-meter mural depicting…
Toddler dies after Mechelen traffic accident
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 3-year-old boy died after being hit by a car while crossing the street in…
Revitalizing De Vrije Woonst: Affordable homes for Mechelen
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Vrije Woonst a historic garden district in Mechelen is undergoing revitalization as Woonland sells…
Major upgrades Begin on Mechelen-Leuven train line
Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Infrabel is starting significant construction on the Mechelen-Leuven train line from August 19 to September…