On Saturday night, 27 asylum seekers stayed at an emergency shelter in Gieten, Drenthe, marking a slight increase from 25 people the previous night. The temporary facility, located in the De Goorns sports hall, has a total capacity to accommodate 150 individuals.
Between mid-August and mid-October 2026, Cyclomedia vehicles will drive through Haarlem to capture 360-degree panoramic street photography. The images, which will have personal identifiers blurred for privacy, will be used by the municipality for urban planning and preparation of city projects.
The Dutch Consumers' Association is demanding compensation from Thuisbezorgd.nl due to unexpected service fees and packaging costs added to orders. While the consumer organization criticizes these hidden charges, Thuisbezorgd has rejected the claims and declined to answer further questions on the matter.
A group of friends is conducting their own search for three men who robbed a 96-year-old woman named Mieke of her necklace in Overveen. After police initially delayed their response, the group began gathering surveillance footage and tips from the public, eventually collaborating with law enforcement to identify the suspects.
The municipality of Haarlem processed 68 permit applications last week regarding demolition, tree felling, and traffic issues. Residents are encouraged to review the provided list to see how these developments may affect their local neighborhoods.
Dutch telecommunications company KPN reported an increase in its mobile and broadband customer base during the last quarter. The growth occurred across both consumer and business sectors.