A study by the coalition 'Dakloosheid Voorbij!' reveals significant inconsistencies and implementation failures in winter shelter provisions for homeless people across various Dutch municipalities. Despite existing national guidelines, many local governments are failing to provide adequate or uniform support during freezing temperatures.
Renowned children's book artist and author Annemarie van Haeringen has been featured as an icon of North Holland, highlighting her prolific and award-winning career. Born in Haarlem, she is known for her traditional pen-and-paper drawing techniques and her work on beloved characters such as Kleine Ezel and De Grote Boze Heks.
Meteorologist Berend van Straaten from weeronline.nl provides the weather outlook for Haarlem for the month of May. The forecast helps residents determine whether to expect warm sunshine or rainy conditions in the coming weeks.
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an early 20th-century military shooting range on Zeeburgereiland. The investigation into these findings provides insight into the area's historical military usage and local heritage.
Paul Reinders, a volunteer ranger and museum worker from Driehuis, leads guided tours in the coastal dunes to highlight the history of World War II bunkers. Inspired by his parents' stories, Reinders shares his surprise at the scale of preservation in the region with visitors.
Firefighters are battling an uncontrolled fire at a military training ground in 't Harde while restricted to paths due to the risk of exploding ammunition. Only armored military vehicles are permitted on the field for safety reasons as the heat increases the danger of detonations.