haarlemsdagbladMay 8, 2026, 19:03

Hondius passengers and crew in Netherlands in home quarantine for six weeks

Dutch passengers and crew from the cruise ship Hondius will be required to undergo a six-week home quarantine upon their return to the Netherlands. The measure, announced by Health Minister Sophie Hermans, follows a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel that has already claimed three lives. Currently, none of the approximately 150 people on board are showing symptoms as the ship travels toward the Canary Islands.

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Parents win first battle: Hartekamp Groep keeps swimming pools open for another year: 'We will keep fighting'

The Hartekamp Group has postponed the closure of therapeutic swimming pools in Heemstede and Heemskerk until 2028 following pressure from protesting parents. Despite this one-year extension, the parents stated they will continue their efforts to keep the facilities open permanently.

IJmond receives most funding from traffic safety budget. 2.6 million from the province for safer roads

The province of Noord-Holland is awarding 5.8 million euros in subsidies to ten municipalities to improve road safety and develop cycling routes. The IJmond region will receive the largest share, totaling 2.6 million euros.

Ministry of Defence invests tens of millions in drone company and takes golden share option for the first time

The Dutch Ministry of Defence is investing tens of millions of euros into Intelic, an Amsterdam-based company specializing in drone control software. As part of this deal, the ministry will secure a 'golden share' in the company, marking the first time the military has utilized this ownership structure.

Former Olympic canoeist charged with vandalism of Reflecting Pool

Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been charged with property damage following allegations that he damaged the Reflecting Pool in Washington. The 67-year-old suspect has previously denied intentionally causing any destruction.

COA closes emergency shelter in Apeldoorn after asbestos discovery

The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has temporarily closed an emergency shelter in Apeldoorn following the discovery of asbestos. The municipality of Apeldoorn confirmed the closure as a precautionary measure.