Ronald Schram (1965-2026) was a physical chemist and musician who completed his doctoral studies in Amsterdam and was known as a vibrant social figure. He began playing guitar in a band at age eleven and continued his musical pursuits throughout his life while seizing academic and personal opportunities.
Former D66 leader Meryem Çimen and Bas van Leeuwen have been selected as the new D66 aldermen for Haarlem's incoming city government in June. The local D66 council members described the appointments as strong and accessible choices that will contribute to an inclusive city.
The province of North Holland is launching a more active policy to support the LGBTQIA+ community in partnership with local municipalities and interest groups. The initiative includes the creation of a 'rainbow network' aimed at fostering social safety, acceptance, and employment.
A former garage building on De Wittenkade in Amsterdam West has been occupied by squatters who claim to have moved in around May 23. The occupants announced the action recently to establish residential rights, and the police have since notified the property owner. No formal charges have been filed by the owner at this time.
Asylum seekers from the Ter Apel registration center will be temporarily sheltered for the next three nights in a sports hall in 2e Exloërmond. The municipality of Borger-Odoorn has set up 150 sleeping places to accommodate the overflow as a structural solution remains elusive.
