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Milestone for Zuidasdok: New passenger tunnel at Zuid station opens this autumn after years of construction

The Brittenpassage, a new passenger tunnel at Amsterdam Zuid station, is scheduled to open in November 2024 as the first major milestone of the multi-billion euro Zuidasdok project. The tunnel features shops and bicycle storage, following complex construction that took place beneath the A10 motorway and existing railway tracks. Once the new passage is operational, work will begin on expanding and upgrading the station's existing Minervapassage.

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Mayor allowed to keep IJmuiden home targeted by gunfire closed for longer: 'No urgent interest for residents'

A Haarlem court has ruled that Mayor Frank Dales of Velsen was justified in extending the closure of a home in IJmuiden that had been targeted in multiple shootings. The residents' legal challenge was unsuccessful as the judge determined there was no urgent interest to reopen the property before June 1.

Motorist crashes into Houtmankade police station facade, driver arrested

A driver was arrested after crashing into a police station on Houtmankade in Amsterdam-West on Monday morning. No injuries occurred during the incident, but police are investigating the suspect for potential drug use and have called for witnesses to come forward.

Ted Verdonkschot fully recovered and signs for another year at RKAV Volendam

Ted Verdonkschot has signed a one-year contract extension as head coach of RKAV Volendam after fully recovering from a heart attack suffered last winter. The 62-year-old Haarlem native is set to continue leading the club for the upcoming season.

British government releases new 'Mandelson Files'

The British government has released a new set of internal documents regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the United States. The records, which include emails and text messages, are currently being reviewed by British media for sensitive information.

Vanished: KAV Holland merged after exactly one hundred years

The article highlights the history of KAV Holland, a sports club that merged after exactly one hundred years of existence. This feature is the 36th installment in a series dedicated to sports associations and events that have since disappeared.