haarlemsdagbladMay 14, 2026, 14:00

New executive and plans receive broad support from Hillegom council; only CDA and HvH vote against ‘Making Hillegom together’

The Hillegom municipal council has expressed broad support for the new local governing agreement titled "Hillegom maken we samen," with 16 out of 19 members voting in favor. Only the political parties Hart voor Hillegom and CDA opposed the plan, which outlines the coalition's goals for the upcoming term.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Riot police intervene in The Hague unrest, calm in Amsterdam

Police intervened in The Hague to manage confrontations between youth groups and soccer hooligans, resulting in four arrests for face-covering offenses. Meanwhile, Amsterdam remained peaceful despite similar security precautions taken by local business owners following concerns sparked by unrest in France.

Tensions simmer behind closed doors between cabinet and opposition: That feels very tricky

The Dutch cabinet held tense negotiations with opposition parties on Friday to build support for new tax plans, but no deal was reached. Despite the lack of consensus, sources indicate that potential relief measures for small savers and investors are being considered.

The making of an ideal, submissive wife was not for her: how Kee Groot championed women's suffrage

Cornelia Groot, a pioneering Dutch feminist from Hoorn, played a vital role in the movement for women's suffrage through her activism and engaging public performances as the character Marijtje. Her efforts to advance women's rights and provide social opportunities for young girls helped lay the groundwork for gender equality in the Netherlands.

This elite unit of the Marechaussee guards Schiphol day and night: ‘We take everything seriously until we are sure it’s nothing’

The Armed Aviation Security unit of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee is marking its 30th anniversary of protecting Schiphol Airport. Initially created for high-risk flights, the unit now operates as an elite 24-hour force focused on proactive security against terrorist threats.

‘I see the future of the US very pessimistically’: five Americans in Amsterdam on the midterms

As American citizens head to the polls for the upcoming midterm elections, several expatriates living in Amsterdam have expressed concern regarding the political polarization within their home country. These residents shared their pessimistic outlook on the future of the United States, reflecting on how the current political climate impacts their perspective from abroad.