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After three days of standstill, buses, streetcars and ferries are back on schedule. However, there is still no agreement in sight in the wage dispute. New strikes could be on the cards until May.

Dresden outdoor pools raise prices

Cooling off in summer is becoming more expensive for people in the state capital. Why booking online saves money. | more

From cakes to card games - city names tell a story

Baumkuchen, giant boots or skat: why towns like Salzwedel, Döbeln and Altenburg proudly flaunt their special titles - and what's behind them. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Up to 42 percent of income for rent in Leipzig

In Leipzig, one in five people spend 42 percent of their income on rent. According to a city survey, just over one in ten households own their own home. | more

Saxony's major cities keep fountains flowing despite pressure to save money

Shining water fountains, but also high costs: How Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz maintain their water features - and why swimming in them remains taboo. | more

One village, three federal highways: Ground-breaking ceremony for bypass

Three main roads, 11,000 vehicles a day: the long-awaited construction of a bypass is starting in Wellaune. It should bring relief. Archaeologists made numerous discoveries in the run-up to the project. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Public transport strike: regional services to resume in the morning

After three days of standstill, buses, streetcars and ferries are back on schedule. However, there is still no agreement in sight in the wage dispute. New strikes could be on the cards until May. | more

What do the new energy efficiency plans mean for the East?

The Federal Ministry of Energy has presented a new draft for the Energy Efficiency Act and submitted it for consultation. Planned relaxations could also affect the use of waste heat in the east. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

The air has improved - Leipzig lifts low emission zone

After 15 years, the city of Leipzig is lifting its low emission zone. But measures are already being worked on to comply with new EU regulations. | more

Harvest festival 2027 unites town and country

Saxony's harvest festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year, and not just with a big parade. Next year's hosts have now been announced. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Study on the renovation of the Störmthal Canal is available

The Störmthal Canal near Leipzig has been closed for five years due to safety problems. Now a feasibility study for its renovation is available. Is this the salvation for the structure? | more

Traffic trial to relieve towns of heavy traffic

Heavy trucks out of the towns - Saxony wants to protect children on school routes and roads with new restrictions. This is how the traffic trial along the A4 is to be conducted. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Plauen tramway in financial difficulties - district wants to help

Without support, the Plauen streetcar could face insolvency in 2027. The Vogtland district wants to lend a helping hand with 1.5 million. The state is also seen as having a responsibility. | more

Commission proposes far-reaching reform for municipalities

Less bureaucracy, more speed: The Commission wants to radically reduce the chaos of funding and reporting obligations in order to relieve the burden on local authorities. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Bestselling author Ebert on a "midwife" tour in Freiberg

Following in the footsteps of midwife Marthe through Freiberg - after a long break, this is now possible again. There was a surprise guest at the start of the new city tour. | more

Hope for local supply - 24-hour store in Oybin

A new smart store in Oybin will open seven days a week in future. What is seen as a salvation for local supply remains a legal gray area in Saxony. This is set to change in the future. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Aircraft noise around Leipzig/Halle Airport decreases slightly

There are new figures on aircraft noise at Leipzig/Halle Airport - and a small but important change for residents in the north of Leipzig. | more

Dresden saves: supplementary budget to reduce deficit

Dresden is planning savings of 38.3 million euros in voluntary services. Nevertheless, the budget deficit remains high - and further painful cuts could be imminent in the future. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Start of cross-border district heating project in Görlitz

Bus line, European city ticket, bridge park: Görlitz and Zgorzelec are already linked by several projects across the German-Polish border. Another ambitious project is now being added. | more

City council urges Leipzig Opera to take more cost-cutting measures

Rising costs are putting Leipzig Opera under pressure. What the city council is now demanding from the opera to stabilize the financial situation. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

High costs, little money: Saxony's theaters under pressure to save money

Saxony's theaters have been plagued by financial worries for years. Rising costs and tight budgets are putting many theaters under increasing pressure. The theater association warns of cuts - and calls for solutions. | more

Investigations on Dresden's Augustus Bridge

Cracks, spalling, moisture - experts take a close look at the Augustus Bridge. There are minor traffic restrictions. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Dramatic financial situation: German Association of Cities calls for billions in aid

The deficits of local authorities have grown rapidly and their budgets are "in free fall". To remedy this, the German Association of Cities has a clear demand to the federal government. | more

ADAC public transport ranking: Erfurt and Magdeburg particularly cheap

According to the ADAC comparison, Erfurt and Magdeburg offer the cheapest local transport tickets among 25 major cities. According to the test, there were significant price increases in Dresden and Leipzig. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Help for newt, toad and co: many volunteers active

Every spring, many amphibians make their way to their spawning grounds. Many volunteers in Saxony help to prevent them from being run over by cars. | more

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