In 2024, a truck carrying dozens of kilograms of cocaine hidden in a cooling compartment was intercepted in Rijsenhout, where part of the cargo was stolen. A 26-year-old suspect is facing a 45-month prison sentence after his DNA was found at the scene, though he denies involvement.
The municipality of Haarlem is installing enforcement cameras in Spaarndam-West to prevent trucks from illegally using restricted roads. This measure aims to improve local livability and protect the historic Woerdersluis, a lock dating back to 1611, from potential collapse.
The Belgian weather institute KMI has issued a code red for the provinces of Liège and Limburg due to extreme heat expected this Friday. Temperatures in these eastern regions are forecast to reach as high as 40 degrees Celsius.
The city of Amsterdam is planning to develop Baaibuurt West on Zeeburgereiland, a new neighborhood that will feature up to 1,750 homes and various amenities. Members of the public are invited to review the proposals and submit their feedback online.
The hardstyle festival Defqon.1 is reducing its visitor capacity this Friday and Saturday due to expected high temperatures. Organizers have decided to restrict entry to weekend ticket holders only during these days to manage the heat risk.
