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Local Matters: Esch as a model city for a social and ecological transition

The Esch Clinics have started in September. The initiative aims to reshape Esch into a model city for a just ecological transition, combining urban planning with political interventions and by integrating the voices and needs of the community. On Local Matters, César Reyes, one of the project leaders, explains how the project is going to overcome traditional ways of thinking urban spaces. This is the short version. Also check out the entire interview with César Reyes here: https://soundcloud.com/aracityradio/local-matters-the-esch-clinics-entire-interview?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing&si=c05a6c1c411c4c74a0c6010457c3323b
Local Matters: Making Luxembourg's nightlife safer

At nearly every party, personal limits are transgressed and partygoers experience harassment or violence. To end gender-based violence in nightlife, the association 4motion has joined the European project Crisscross. On Local Matters, Carlos and Alex from 4motion tell Franziska how they do this.
Local Matters: New tools to cast beggars out of the city

The Ministry of Home Affairs submitted a new draft law reinforcing the current 'Platzverweis' policy. It would give police officers the authority to ban people from the city centre for up to 48 hours. On Local Matters, Franziska discusses why this law is so controversial. Photo: Jwh, CC BY-SA 3.0 LU via Wikimedia Commons
Local Matters: How Luxembourg could impact resource consumption globally

On 1 August, we reached earth overshoot day. Accoeisng to greenpeace Luxembourg, the grand Duchy could make a major impact to improve the situation worldwide. To get all the details, listen to this week's Local Matters. Photo: Anaïs Hector/ Greenpeace Luxembourg
Local Matters: Residents oppose the Bascharage bypass construction

For years, residents of Bascharage have been opposing the plans of the commune to build a bypass road. The municipality argues that the bypass would keep drive-through traffic out of the city centre. Residents however fear that the road will destroy local forests. Now, they took their fight to court. On Local Matters, Patrizia Arendt, president of the citizens' initiative Bigs, explains why they oppose the infrastructure works.
Local Matters: Residents protesting nuclear reactor extension in Cattenom

Last Saturday, a crowd of protesters gathered in the town of Cattenom, close to the nuclear power plant. Anti-nuclear energy organisations from France, Germany and Luxembourg co-hosted the protest to oppose the planned extension of the Cattenom reactor lifespan. Get all the details on today's Local Matters.

Breakfast Show

Apple Picking at the Ramborn Cider Orchards

Did you know that the number of apple trees in Luxembourg have decreased in the last 80 years? Bill from Ramborn came onto the Breakfast Show and spoke to Erin about the state of cider in Luxembourg and what Ramborn does to harvest the apples that are turned into apple juice and cider. He also highlights the apple picking event that is occurring at the Ramborn orchards this weekend. Find out more here https://www.ramborn.com/actualite/event-participate-in-ramborns-2024-public-harvest-during-the-harvest-weekend/ [This is a sponsored post]
Dutch Tulips with Petra

Petra comes on the Breakfast Show to talk all about Tulips! At a charity event hosted by the Dutch Ambassador people are encouraged to come and buy bulbs or paint flower pots. Tulips have long been part of the Dutch identity, so listen here to find out more!
Central and Eastern European Culture takes Centre Stage at the CinEast Festival

Hynek joins Erin on the Breakfast Show to discuss the CinEast festival that shows off Central and Eastern European Culture through cinema, exhibitions, debates and more! It's the 17th edition of the festival this year and there is a specific country focus on Croatia. find the whole programme at cineast.lu
Celebrating the 41st Birthday of Kulturfabrik

Georges joins Erin on the Breakfast Show to talk about the upcoming 41st Birthday celebrations of Kulturfabrik. Why celebrate the 41st birthday? Georges will explain all, including a complicated start to the Kulturfabrik and a look towards the future. Find out more here: https://www.kulturfabrik.lu/
Exposing xenophobia in a fictional Luxembourg village: Premier for D'Land am Schiet

Lukas Grevis is premiering his debut feature film "D'Land am Schiet" (The Land in the Shadows) next week for the public. He joins Erin on the Breakfast Show where they discuss the joys of filming in Northern Luxembourg. Lukas explains talks about the key theme of xenophobia, which is exposed to the residents of the town when a dog is killed in the film.
PwC People Pulse Ep1: Introductions

For the first episode of the new "PwC People Pulse" on ARA City Radio, Mary and Adam join Erin on the Breakfast Show to talk through what can be expected for the next episodes! You might be asking yourself "Why are PwC on the radio? Aren't they just a consulting company?", that’s why Mary and Adam are here to answer these questions, and more in the first episode. This is not just a segment for those who are interested in business, but for those interested in people, as we will take a deeper dive into some of the biggest topics in today's modern-day workplaces. SPONSORED CONTENT