Starting next week, every household in the municipality of Velsen will receive a five-euro voucher to support local neighborhood initiatives. This program, now in its third year, encourages residents to contribute to community-driven projects in their direct environment.
Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Tens of thousands of Israelis are flying back to their home country to vote in parliamentary elections, as expatriate voting is not permitted. Many, including Amsterdam-based resident Guy Spigelman, are traveling specifically to vote against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu due to concerns over his leadership and policies.
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