An attempted burglary occurred today at the fire station on Ringweg in Spaarndam. The intruders fled empty-handed after the building's alarm was triggered, according to a spokesperson for the safety region.
Residents of North Holland will soon be able to influence provincial policy through the submission of citizens' initiatives. This new mechanism allows the public to directly impact decisions on various issues, such as construction in protected areas.
Home bakers in Haarlem can obtain a free sourdough starter to begin their own bread-making projects at home. The initiative provides residents with the necessary culture to create sourdough, encouraging the local community to embrace traditional baking techniques.
Dutch singer Gerard Joling has announced his final major solo concerts, titled 'Only Joling - The Final Countdown,' scheduled for February 19 and 20, 2027. The performances will take place at Rotterdam Ahoy, with ticket sales for the farewell shows starting this coming Monday.
A 36-year-old man from Hoofddorp is suspected of playing a leading role in the importation of 180 kilograms of cocaine. The Public Prosecution Service also accuses him of planning further drug shipments and engaging in illegal weapons trafficking.
PRO Amsterdam and D66 have reached a new coalition agreement for the city, focusing on significant budget cuts by streamlining the municipal organization and prioritizing core tasks. The agreement addresses contentious issues like the cancellation of the planned erotic center and future housing development strategies. The new governing team and their detailed plans are being presented today in Amsterdam Zuidoost.