Tears have been flowing in Kahla time and again ever since it became clear that porcelain production was coming to an end. But as the large kiln cools down and the factory outlet is swamped with shoppers, a glimmer of hope still remains. | more
At 85, Gert Ebenrecht is still working in the bakery—though he now leaves the task of getting up at 2 a.m. to his son. What keeps the master baker going despite decades in the profession. | more
In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more
Young Talent, Energy, Bureaucracy: The region’s business community is pessimistic. Where the Chambers of Crafts, Industry, and Commerce are calling for improvements. | more
Bäcker Lampe has filed for bankruptcy, but its stores in Thuringia, Saxony, and Saxony-Anhalt will continue to sell bread rolls. Here’s what the restructuring process means for employees and customers. | more
