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Neighbourhood News Audio Story'Basel Writes' Contest for Debut Writers by BuchBasel 'Basel Schreibt'About Basel Writes: In cooperation with the Basler Kantonalbank, the 'Basel Writes' writing competition was held for the first time in 2025. Over a hundred authors of various genres submitted prose texts, poetry or comics on the topic of Gemeinsam in Basel. The winners were Mattia Avoledo with 'Christmas trees: Panoptics', Sandra Engelbrecht with 'pistachios on porcelain' and Charly Rapp with 'tampon in his ear against the visual city noise'. The recognition prize is awarded to Sena Waser with 'mold in the jam jar'. What motivated Marion Regenscheit, Director, BuchBasel, to launch a new initative last ye...
2025-11-2003 minNeighbourhood News Audio Story'Initiative for a Future' Referendum 30 November 2025 - Rachele Betschart from JUSOAbout the 'Initiative for a Future' Fedral-level referendum to be held on 30 November 2025 Switzerland is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050 – a goal approved by the electorate. To support this, the federal government currently allocates around CHF 2 billion annually to climate-related measures. These funds are primarily raised through consumption-based taxes on thermal and motor fuels. To understand this referendum even further, Neighbouhood News spoke with Rachele Betschart, Co-Vice-President. JUSO (Young Socialists). We delve into her personal-politics, politics of the party, about the initiative itself, and discusss both the sce...
2025-11-1914 min
Neighbourhood News Audio StoryIntroducing 'Conversations with Curators'Stories from Museums of Switzerland: Podcast Interview Series with Museum Curators Our podcast series, Conversations With Curators, brings listeners a collection of audio stories that go beyond travel to explore the soul of Switzerland as an art capital. In this series, we focus on in-depth interviews with museum curators across the country. Hear firsthand about their institutions, the histories behind their collections, and the unique perspectives they bring to preserving Swiss culture. From intimate conversations about curatorial choices to behind-the-scenes insights into exhibitions, every episode captures the voices shaping Switzerland's cultural landscape. Alongside museums, we...
2025-11-1800 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryReligion Week Switzerland 2025 - Interview with Claudia HoffmannAbout Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with local publications, print neighbourhood newspapers and magazines, and websites to bring its readers verified and authentic news. The newsletter is designed to be quick and easy to read, allowing r...
2025-11-0815 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryWinner 55th Prix Schappo 2025 - Reto Schlegel from Tischlein Deck DichAbout Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with local publications, print neighbourhood newspapers and magazines, and websites to bring its readers verified and authentic news. The newsletter is designed to be quick and easy to read, allowing...
2025-11-0712 min
Neighbourhood News Audio StoryWinner 54th Prix Schappo 2025 - Barbara Leishman from InnovageA heartfelt insighful conversation with Barbara Leishman, from Innovage Northwest Switzerland on winning the prestigious 54th Prix Schappo. We speak about life after retirement, finding meanaing and purpose in volunteering. Subscribe to Neighbourhood News About Innovage: a Swiss organization, Innovage leverages the skills of retirees to support nonprofit organizations. Founded in 2010, Innovage has completed 1800 projects across Switzerland, with 160-180 volunteers providing free consultancy services. Projects range from fundraising and marketing to strategic planning and program development, benefiting a diverse array of organizations including charities, clubs, and sports groups. Innovage is a volunteer organization that provides...
2025-11-0419 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryConradin Cramer at the Traditional Launch of Basel Autumn Fair - Herbstmesse 2026Subscribe to Neighbourhood News Conradin Cramer at the Traditional Launch of Basel Autumn Fair 2026 The Basel Autumn Fair, a cherished event in the city, kicked off its two-week celebration despite the rain and chill. Mr. Conradin Cramer, President of Basel-Stadt's Parliament, shared insights into the significance of this fair, which is uniquely located in the heart of the old town rather than in the suburbs. This central location makes it particularly attractive for families, as they can easily stroll through Basel and find themselves amidst the fair's vibrant atmosphere. The fair's extended duration ensures that...
2025-10-2903 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryFifty Years of Charivari Klein Basel in 2026 - The Event Before Basel Carnival FaschnachtSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-2811 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryChamber of Commerce Basel - Dr. Marc Nicolas Sommer on Promoting Vocational Trainings in BaselSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-2108 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryTheatre Basel Fifty Years - Interview with Benedikt von Peter - Director of Theatre BaselSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-1813 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryNational Boundary Stones Basel Riehen Bettingen Lorrach - Landesgrenzsteine between Germany and SwitzerlandSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-1707 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryManuel Staub on Basel Autumn Fair 2025 - Basel Herbstmesse 2025Subscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-1505 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryFlorian Setz on 'Treasure Hoards – Hidden, Lost, Found' at the Barfüsserkirche, BaselSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-1407 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryEsther Keller on Basel's demand for expansion of Basel Railway Station along with the Rhine TunnelSubscribe to Neighbourhood News About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the podcast companion to the weekly newsletter which brings interviews and conversation from around the city. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with...
2025-10-1304 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryNeighbourhood News Audio Story - Barbara Leishman from InnovageA hearfelt insighful conversation with Barbara Leishman, from Innovage Northwest Switzerland on winning the prestigious 54th Prix Schappo. We speak about life after retirement, finding meanaing and purpose in volunteering. Subscribe to Neighbourhood News About Innovage: a Swiss organization, Innovage leverages the skills of retirees to support nonprofit organizations. Founded in 2010, Innovage has completed 1800 projects across Switzerland, with 160-180 volunteers providing free consultancy services. Projects range from fundraising and marketing to strategic planning and program development, benefiting a diverse array of organizations including charities, clubs, and sports groups. Innovage is a volunteer organization that provides...
2025-10-0619 minNeighbourhood News Audio StorySven Bisang on Two Federal Referendums of 28 September 2025 in SwitzerlandAbout Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Subscribe to Neighbourhood News Neighbourhood News Audio Story is the essential audio companion to the newsletter where readers can also listen to the audio interviews, adding perspectives to the story that help understand the topic better and deeper. Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a...
2025-09-3003 minNeighbourhood News Audio StoryConradin Cramer on Basel Cantonal Referendum 'Together in Europe'About Neighbourhood News: Neighbourhood News is a weekly, English-language, digital newsletter that delivers daily news from Basel, Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The newsletter aims to provide readers with news that impacts their daily lives. Subscribe to Neighbourhood News Beyond news delivery, Neighbourhood News also functions as a news network and content creation media house. It collaborates with local publications, print neighborhood newspapers and magazines, and websites to bring its readers verified and authentic news. The newsletter is designed to be quick and e...
2025-09-2803 min