Bird flu: Linum breathes a sigh of relief, Martini market is set for record attendance!

Bird flu: Linum breathes a sigh of relief, Martini market is set for record attendance!

The situation surrounding bird flu in Ostprignitz-Ruppin and Linum is showing signs of easing. Helpers have now completed the dead bird recovery operation, with around 1,800 dead cranes being recovered in Linum. The crane migration through the region is coming to an end and numerous wild geese are expected in the coming weeks, which also require attention. Smaller groups of helpers will continue to monitor the situation at the Linum ponds to ensure that no further problems arise. How daily news reported that bird flu has spread significantly in Germany. Thousands of cranes, wild birds and even poultry are affected.

In a conversation with Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer (CSU), concerns about the spread of the disease continue. The lion's share of deaths occurred in northern Brandenburg, where almost 1,000 cranes were recovered. In Brandenburg alone, over 9,000 turkeys and ducks had to be culled. While the ministries exchange information about the situation in video conferences, the Friedrich Löffler Institute (FLI) emphasizes the high risk for waterfowl and poultry populations. It recommends that pet owners adhere to strict hygiene regulations and avoid contact with wild birds.

Neuruppin Martini market in focus

While the rescue operations in Linum have been completed, completely different events are taking place in Neuruppin. The popular Martini market starts on Friday and lasts until November 9th. Around 200,000 visitors are expected to take a look at the various offers. Peter Golsteijn will ensure that the market runs smoothly with his spare parts market stand. This is a welcome change in the region, which has been struggling with bird flu in recent weeks.

Political turbulence in Rheinsberg

But it's not just nature that is a cause for concern. The trial against Rheinsberg's mayor Frank-Rudi Schwochow is progressing. He was convicted on charges including breach of trust and defamation, but an appeal has already been lodged. How rbb24 shows, the Neuruppin regional court has decided to re-examine the allegations against Schwochow. At the beginning of the year, a condemnation judgment was made in absentia without Schwochow being present. He requested that the decision be reversed, citing insufficient information about the negotiations.

Schwochow, who describes the events as a “show trial,” sees the motivation for the lawsuit in his upcoming re-election. The public prosecutor's office had originally applied for a criminal order for defamation because Schwochow is said to have made false allegations about an investigation against District Administrator Ralf Reinhardt. The clarification of these allegations remains exciting, as the Neuruppin district court must decide what to do next.

Outlook for construction projects

Another focus in Neuruppin is on the upcoming construction projects, which are planned for around ten million euros. New roads, daycare centers and fire stations are to be built next year. The budget is currently being discussed by the city council and is scheduled to be passed on December 15th. This shows that despite the current challenges, the city is not standing still but is investing in the future.

The coming weeks bring both positive and challenging news for the region. While the bird flu and the associated measures are in the foreground, the Martini market and the upcoming investments in Neuruppin are bright spots that show that life goes on.