Bernmobil Upgrades for Winter Weather
Bernmobil is boosting winter readiness with new snow chains for 18 buses, a specialized tram line de-icing vehicle, and a dedicated task force. These upgrades aim to prevent a repeat of last year's se
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Markus Wegmüller Named Bern Fire Department Commander
Markus Wegmüller has been appointed as the new Commander of the Bern Fire Department, taking office on January 1, 2026. He will lead 250 firefighters across Bern, Bolligen, and Ostermundigen, bringing
Bern Prioritizes Targeted Traffic Measures
Bern city authorities have decided against a major reconstruction of Thunstrasse, opting instead for targeted measures to improve traffic flow and safety for pedestrians and cyclists between Helvetiap
Bern Votes on Gaswerk Site Development
Bern residents will vote on November 30 on plans to transform the Gaswerk site into a new quarter with 500 affordable homes, green spaces, and commercial areas. The project aims to address housing sho
Swiss Defense Meeting Raises China Espionage Concerns
A Swiss defense industry meeting in Bern, which for the first time included foreign military attachés, has raised concerns about potential Chinese espionage risks, according to intelligence experts.
Switzerland Joins Horizon Europe Program
Switzerland officially joins the Horizon Europe research program, Euratom, and Digital Europe Program from January 2025, strengthening scientific and technological ties with the EU.
Prix Suisse Gala Celebrates Entrepreneur Willy Michel
The Prix Suisse gala in Bern honored medical technology entrepreneur Willy Michel for his lifetime achievements. Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney also spoke, discussing war crimes and international ju
Police Conduct Traffic Control on A1 Wileroltigen
Bern Cantonal Police conducted a targeted traffic control on the A1 motorway near Wileroltigen, checking 66 vehicles. The operation led to charges for driving without a license, drug offenses, and una
Bern Considers Reducing Public Votes
Bern is set to vote on a reform aiming to reduce frequent public referendums by increasing the city parliament's spending limit from 7 million to 12 million Swiss francs, affecting how local projects
Bern Halts Egelsee-Wyssloch Development Plan
Bern's city council has halted major development projects in the Egelsee-Wyssloch area, including plans for a new school and a district park, due to resource constraints and legal challenges. A tempor
Solar Vignette Funds Green Energy Projects
The Solar Vignette initiative allows individuals to fund renewable energy projects in Switzerland and East Africa by purchasing vignettes that offset device electricity usage. This program has seen ov
Bern Approves Additional Funds for Seftausteg Renovation
Bern City Council approved an 875,000 CHF additional credit for the Seftausteg bridge renovation, bringing the total cost to 2.8 million CHF due to unforeseen structural issues and utility line comple
Bern West Rail Expansion and Urban Renewal Progress
Bern West is undergoing a major transformation with significant rail expansion and urban development projects. A new 1.7-kilometer Holligentunnel and Europaplatz North station are central to the 900 m
