Community Helfenberg: Looking for a new grocery store

Community Helfenberg: Looking for a new grocery store

in Helfenberg, local supply is again on the brink. After Michael Kurz's recent bankruptcy, the operator of the local savings market, a successor is urgently sought. The Situation is particularly difficult for the community, as it had to do without grocery in 2019 for seven months. A mass manager currently continues the business of the market, which could be closed at any time, depending on the administrator's decisions. Anna-Sophie Jetschgo, spokeswoman for Spar, emphasizes that you do everything you can to find a new operator.

Mayor Josef Hintberger expresses that local supply is a central element of the infrastructure of a municipality and that the current situation woves many memories of past challenges. "It all hits us very much, even if it is not our responsibility," explains Hinterberger. It adds that even if the village has an excellent inn and an excellent bakery, these facilities are unable to fill the gap that leaves a lack of local supplier.

importance of social contacts

The challenges of local supply are not limited to the range of food. For many people in the village, the social contacts that arise when shopping - random encounters and conversations - are of great importance. Behind it emphasizes that these interactions are particularly valuable for the fewer mobile citizens. "In my view, these social contacts are even more important and should not be underestimated," he says.

The municipality intends to actively contribute to get the local supply going again. However, Mayor Legberger is aware that this is a major challenge. "It will not be easy, but we will do our best to ensure that the citizens of Helfenberg have reliable care," he adds. These developments not only mean a logistical challenge, but also a significant emotional influence on the village community.

The future of the Spar market in Helfenberg remains uncertain, but the community recognizes the urgency of the problem and strives to find a solution together with the Spar headquarters so that the remaining population does not have to disappoint again. More information on this topic is in a report on www.meinbezirk.at to be found.