The city of Amsterdam is recruiting new members for its children's council, which represents the voices of youth from every district in groups 7 and 8. Council members discuss topics such as outdoor play and technology to ensure children's perspectives are heard by local government. Interested students can apply until May 3rd for a chance to participate in city events and potentially serve as the next child mayor.
A mobile toilet caught fire on Saturday evening at a construction site on Hoflaan in Beverwijk. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident after flames rose high from the site.
A homeowner in Amsterdam's city center must remove a roof terrace and external staircase by June 2026 or face a 10,000 euro fine. A judge rejected the owner's claim that a building permit from 1896 authorized the structure, noting that the terrace only appeared on aerial photos around 2012. The court ruled that enforcing regulations against unauthorized structures serves the public interest.
An explosive went off at a residence on Fröbelstraat in Haarlem during the night between Saturday and Sunday. The blast caused damage to the front door, and local police have launched an investigation into the incident.
The Haarlem municipality plans to redevelop the Kleine Houtweg into a green bicycle street next year, incorporating new sewers and reduced car access. However, local residents are protesting the project, citing concerns that the changes will lead to significant traffic congestion in the neighborhood.
A car caught fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. This incident marks the second vehicle fire to occur on the same street within a ten-day period.