haarlemsdagbladMar 7, 2026, 05:02

Seven parties on six propositions for Hillegom: on housing, traffic, asylum seekers, and more

Seven political parties are competing for 19 municipal council seats in Hillegom's upcoming elections on March 18th. To assist voters, the Haarlems Dagblad presented the parties with six propositions on key issues such as housing, traffic, and asylum seeker reception. While opinions vary on specific infrastructure and social projects, the local political climate is characterized by a strong preference for cooperation and consensus.

Politics Haarlem Netherlands

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Brabant meat processor ordered to recall all products immediately

A meat processing company in Nuenen has been ordered to immediately recall all its products following a raid by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). The enforcement action requires the North Brabant-based business to pull all merchandise from the market effective immediately.

Ajax Women 'eager to shine' in the Klassieker this Sunday

The Ajax Women are set to face Feyenoord in 'de Klassieker' this Sunday at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, with approximately 11,000 fans expected to attend. Under new coach Anouk Bruil, the team remains in contention for the league title as they currently hold third place in the standings.

Amsterdam students start their own business: ‘We emailed almost every shoemaker in the city’

Students at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam are launching diverse startups, including sustainable sorbet and specialized insoles, as part of their Entrepreneurship minor. The program focuses on practical business development, requiring students to actively engage with local industries to bring their ideas to market.

Bookman Frank (55) seeks successor for The ReadShop in Beverwijk: ‘If I want to do something else, now is the time’

Frank Valk, the 55-year-old owner of The ReadShop in Beverwijk, is seeking a successor to take over his bookstore. Valk has put the business up for sale to pursue a new career path, though the shop is expected to remain at its current location on Breestraat.

Brasserie Beeckestijn in Velsen-Zuid named third best wedding venue in North Holland: 'We put ourselves in the guest's shoes'

Brasserie Beeckestijn in Velsen-Zuid has been named the third-best wedding venue in North Holland. Owners Susanne and Michel received the honor after ten years of service, just before their planned relocation to France in July to start a new business.