In the heart of Lyon, France, three residents—Valeria, Alex, and Saad—are reviving a centuries-old tradition with a quarantine twist! When COVID-19 lockdowns left isolated neighbors struggling to get groceries, this trio transformed into 21st-century town criers, blending music, community, and solidarity.
Every night at 7 PM, they gather beneath apartment buildings, playing upbeat tunes and shouting updates to collect requests for essentials. What started as a practical solution became a viral act of kindness: residents now lean out windows to cheer, share gratitude, and even sing along.
“It’s not just about delivering bread or medicine,” says Saad. “People are lonely. We’re keeping the neighborhood’s vibe alive.” The initiative has sparked impromptu balcony concerts and deepened connections in a tech-driven world craving human touch.
Talk about an old-school solution for modern struggles!
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