1980 - Frivool 35

Title: Hoogstraten in September 1980: Corsos, Rood-Kruis, and Reflections on a Growing Region

Based on the September 1980 issue of De Hoogstraatse Gazet (nr 35),

Galerie "De Drie Berken" in Pulsebaan 50, Wechelderzande, held art exhibitions, highlighting the local commitment to culture. Frivool 35 1980

Community spirit was high as the local Rood-Kruis (Red Cross) branch in Meerle hosted a celebratory event to honor 16 dedicated blood donors. The atmosphere was one of camaraderie, as volunteers received diplomas and honors for their contributions to the community. 3. Regional Highlights & Exhibitions

Looking back at the issue, it’s not all nostalgia. The gazet highlights the tension between tradition and development. Discussions about land redistribution ( ruilverkaveling ) suggest that the region was grappling with how to modernize agricultural land while protecting its traditional landscape. Share your memories in the comments!

? A deeper look into the Rood-Kruis event ? Let me know how you'd like to narrow down the focus. september 1980 - nr 34, 35, 36, 37 - De Hoogstraatse Gazet

As the leaves begin to turn and the scent of autumn lingers in the air, let’s take a nostalgic step back in time to September 1980, looking through the pages of De Hoogstraatse Gazet , specifically number 35. Title: Hoogstraten in September 1980: Corsos

Did you attend the 1980 Loenhout Corso? Share your memories in the comments!