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Daan Wijnants (VVD) wants higher littering fines, including for deposit hunters: "I don't feel sorry for them at all"

VVD leader Daan Wijnants has proposed stricter measures and higher fines to combat Amsterdam's waste problem ahead of the municipal elections. He specifically called for a 250 euro fine for deposit hunters who rip open trash bags, suggesting jail time for those unable to pay. Wijnants argues that while more investment is needed for cleaning services, firm enforcement is necessary to address littering and organized crime.

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Medical checks for Dutch nationals complete, departing at 2:30 PM

Dutch passengers from the vessel m/v Hondius have completed their medical checks and are scheduled to fly from Tenerife to Eindhoven on Sunday. The flight is expected to depart at 14:30 local time following clearance from the Ministry of Health.

Velsertraverse closed? How to get in and out of Velsen-Noord

The Velsertraverse road in Velsen-Noord will be closed for maintenance between May 15-18 and May 22-28. Drivers on the Wijkerstraatweg and N197 should expect disruptions and follow yellow road signs for alternative access to the area.

53 homes on site of former Hema in Hoofddorp

The municipality of Hoofddorp plans to build 53 new homes on the site of the former HEMA and Hangar 20 in the town center. The local government intends to sign a development agreement with the firm WoonHolland to realize the project.

Overbos convincingly wins championship. Hoofddorp side promoted to fourth division

Trainer Jordi Schel successfully led Overbos to the fourth-class championship and promotion following a dominant 10-0 away victory against ZSGOWMS. The team established control early in the match, scoring three goals within the first fifteen minutes to secure the title.

Police find 340,000 euros and weapons in Zutphen man's bedroom

Police in early May discovered 340,000 euros in cash, drugs, and a gas alarm pistol in the bedroom of a 23-year-old man from Zutphen. The investigation was initiated after the suspect was observed participating in a suspicious drug transaction in a local park.