The Netherlands Labour Inspectorate arrested four individuals from The Hague for allegedly defrauding the government of 8 million euros in COVID-19 relief funds. These funds were originally intended to help struggling employers pay employee salaries during the pandemic.
The third edition of the Heemskerk Festival will proceed as planned after securing support from sponsors like Tata Steel and Bankjesparade. Despite facing financial uncertainty due to the loss of major funds, the organization managed to save the event by making several budget concessions.
A 500-pound World War II aircraft bomb was discovered during excavation work on Lange Muiderweg in Weesp on Wednesday afternoon. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) cordoned off the area to manage the safe removal of the explosive. The site was expected to be cleared and reopened by approximately 5:15 PM.
Sumit van Lenthe, who has lived in Amsterdam for twelve years, shares his favorite local spots across the city. His recommendations include preferred dining locations and specific thrift stores for treasure hunting.
The Meifestival in Wijk aan Zee is set to begin on Wednesday, May 13th, with festival tents already being erected at the Dorpsweide. This five-day event is recognized as the largest festival in the coastal town.
A new foundation has been established to ensure the continuation of the four-day evening walk in Heemskerk starting in 2026. This follows the dissolution of the previous organization that managed the event for Heemskerk and Beverwijk, which had put its future in jeopardy.