The municipality of Haarlem has launched a second investigation into sinkholes at the Donkere Spaarne quay as final repairs take place this week. While the damage is not severe enough to require moving up planned major maintenance by years, officials are conducting the new study to monitor the situation.
The Haarlem city council has approved the sale of its share of the Verweyhal national monument to the Raiola heirs to facilitate a full restoration of the historic building. The renovation, set to begin this year, will transform the site at the Grote Markt into a space featuring a shop and a public green roof terrace.
Jehovah's Witnesses have updated their policy to allow members to store and use their own blood for planned medical procedures, a shift from their previous total ban on blood transfusions. The change follows historical instances of members dying after refusing blood and raises questions about the practical benefits for the community in the Netherlands. While the new rule provides an alternative for scheduled surgeries, it may not address emergency situations where blood has not been pre-stored.
Multiple suspects armed with a bladed weapon robbed a coffeeshop on Papaverweg in Amsterdam-Noord around 7:30 AM. No injuries were reported, but the suspects fled with an undisclosed amount of loot, prompting a police investigation and a call for witnesses.
The annual military parade in Moscow will proceed without tanks or other major attractions this year. The Russian military is reportedly too preoccupied with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine to include heavy equipment in the event.
The library in Velserbroek is hosting a crash course starting May 11th for adults to learn modern technologies such as 3D printing and laser cutting. The program is held at the library's Maakplaats and is open to everyone aged 18 and older.