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Belgian farmers allow Egyptian Strawberry trucks at Ostend
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 13, 2026 – Farmers blockading Ostend Airport since Monday permitted trucks carrying perishable strawberries from Egypt to access freight facilities. The produce arrives by plane…
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Ostend’s Brigitte Becue pool reopens after 3.5 years; Farys, city collaborate
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Brigitte Becue swimming pool in Ostend reopened its outdoor area after a 3.5-year delay due…
Ostend faces major disruptions as De Lijn workers strike over cuts
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Lijn workers launched a surprise strike, disrupting coastal bus and tram services. Spokesperson Astrid Hulhoven…
Tis Houwen and Nico Serlez were honored with the Carnegie medal for fire rescue in Ostend
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In April 2023, Tijs Houwen, a firefighter, and Nico Serlez rescued an elderly couple from a…
Ostend launches 320 electric car charging stations
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ostend has installed 320 electric car charging stations near popular spots for locals and tourists. Key…
Ostende police officer resigns amid harassment claims, Lawyer seeks investigation
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A female officer from the Oostende police resigned due to colleague harassment, with no action…
Crematorium Polderbos in Ostend expands with €1M electric oven
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Crematorium Polderbos in Ostend, opened in 2021, plans to invest €1 million for expansion, adding…
Nurses’ Week in Ostend: Celebrating 50 years with 4,000 attendees
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Nurses' Week, started in 1975 by NVKVV, attracts around 4,000 attendees annually. Historian Luc De…
Ostend’s Blauwe Kruis Calls for Shock Collar Ban to Protect Animal Welfare
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Animal shelter Blauwe Kruis is advocating for a ban on shock collars due to their…