The Dutch government has issued a new collective labor agreement offer to civil servants, abandoning a controversial wage freeze that led to months of strikes. This updated proposal aims to address union demands by including salary increases and inflation corrections for the current year.
Small cultural institutions in Haarlem with fewer than three full-time employees can apply for a subsidy of up to €30,000 starting April 30, 2026. The city has allocated €500,000 for investments in equipment and facilities to improve accessibility and ensure these venues are future-proof.
The municipality of Haarlem has introduced a 500,000 euro subsidy fund to support small cultural institutions with investments in their housing and facilities. Eligible organizations can apply for the one-time grant to improve interiors and inventory at publicly accessible cultural locations.
A section of Hagelingerweg in Santpoort-Noord will be closed for resurfacing on Monday, May 4. The road will be inaccessible between Dekamarkt and café De Wildeman from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM while a new asphalt layer is applied.
Most roads in the municipality of Elburg have reopened following a large wildfire in nearby 't Harde. The Eperweg remains closed to ensure emergency services have sufficient space to continue extinguishing the fire.
The new season of the reality series 'Het Jachtseizoen: Most Wanted' features celebrities attempting to evade capture across the Netherlands. This season's participants include residents from Amsterdam who must hide and run to avoid being caught by the hunters.