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’s local administration tackles sports facility damage plans long-term youth recreation solutions
Mechelen (Brussels Morning):The local administration is addressing recent damage to sports facilities by hiring student workers to supervise the sites…
Mechelen investigation into fatal incident intensifies
Mechelen (Brussels Morning): After a tragic incident near Geerdegemstraat in Mechelen, authorities have launched a thorough investigation involving forensic experts…
Dutch scammers NB and MJ sentenced for targeting elderly women in Mechelen bank card scam
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) Two Dutch men, NB and MJ part of a gang that targeted elderly women in Belgium were…
Mechelen’s Crisis Volunteers Respond Swiftly to Storm Damage, Aiding Community Recovery
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) Mechelen's new crisis volunteer team trained in May sprang into action after a severe storm, assessing damage,…
Red Cross Flanders Turns Blood Donation into a Summer Celebration in Mechelen
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) Red Cross Flanders holds summer blood and plasma donation events at fun locations with gifts, music and…
Maanrock 2024: Mechelen’s Biggest Free City Festival
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) Maanrock festival in Mechelen features a diverse lineup including Helmut Lotti, Metejoor and Natalia on the Groot…
Unlicensed, underage driver in rented German car arrested after dangerous driving reports in Mechelen
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) - Police arrested an unlicensed, underage driver with a rented German car no ID or rental papers…
Mechelen’s Free Shuttle Boosts City Center Visits and Local Business
Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) - The free shopping shuttle in Mechelen has expanded its hours and routes to encourage longer visits…