The municipalities of Beverwijk, Velsen, and Heemskerk are joining forces in a project called "Sterk IJmond" to tackle persistent issues in dozens of vulnerable neighborhoods. Supported by an 18 million euro investment, the collaboration aims to structurally improve liveability and social quality across the region.
The Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen initiatives have been awarded the Participation Prizes for their work in fostering social connection through communal meals. The winners highlighted how shared dining experiences help bridge cultural gaps and build community ties within Haarlem.
The Pieter Vermeulen Museum will open its doors at a new location on Doorneberglaan in IJmuiden next Wednesday. This opening marks the conclusion of a years-long search for a suitable permanent home for the nature museum.
A unique ceiling painting, originally from a demolished building on Sarphatistraat, has been rediscovered in a farmhouse in Zunderdorp. The find preserves a piece of historical heritage from a structure that was previously lost to demolition.
A 29-year-old man from Velsen was arrested on Wednesday evening after being caught red-handed shoplifting from a supermarket in Heemskerk. The suspect was taken into custody following the incident.
Dietitian Neeke Smit and doctor Martijn Brouwers offer guidance on reducing sugar intake to lower risks of obesity and type 2 diabetes. The experts share practical tips for managing cravings and successfully maintaining a healthier diet over time.