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9 months investigation into murder of Rishi Rampadarath: an overview
His colleagues write: “Because of his humor, cheerfulness, commitment and his sense of responsibility, everyone loved him. Above all, he was a very nice person.” Donors are also showing support.…
Fireworks ban or free lighting: here you can see the rules per municipality
Fireworks enthusiasts from Soest, Utrechtse Heuvelrug and Amersfoort are out of luck. A ban applies in those municipalities. Only F1 fireworks, such as sparklers and crackers, are allowed. Heavier fireworks…
Here you can see whether you are allowed to light fireworks (anywhere) in your municipality
Fireworks enthusiasts from Soest, Utrechtse Heuvelrug and Amersfoort are out of luck. A ban applies in those municipalities. Only F1 fireworks, such as sparklers and crackers, are allowed. Heavier fireworks…
‘Are the animals safe?’ – and 4 other questions about high water in our province
It looks spectacular: the floodplains are full and in several places the water already reaches the dikes. “These are the real old Dutch pictures,” says dike director Jeroen Haan of…
FC Utrecht will make money from purchasing the stadium: ‘But we will not buy any new players this winter’
But, says Van Es, that does not mean that technical director Jordy Zuidam has millions to spend this winter break on attracting new players. “No, money has come in to…
Dikes on the Lek packed: ‘We don’t often experience a high-water wave like this”
Lopik – De Stichtse Rijnlanden Water Board (HDSR) is preparing for two high water waves in Lopik and Nieuwegein, among others. That is special, because it does not often happen…
Amersfoort agrees to the location of an Islamic cemetery, but burial will take years
What are the steps? The municipality will enter into discussions with local residents, the Islamic community and other stakeholders. This concerns design, traffic situation and how the cemetery can best…
Too much obesity in Nieuwegein, which is why GPs write out ‘exercise prescriptions’
Why do many Nieuwegeiners not live healthy enough? There is no single reason for the unhealthy lifestyle of half of Nieuwegeiners. The municipality’s report identifies several possible causes. Nieuwegein, for…
The rescue of Amelisweerd? The province and municipality of Utrecht are coming up with an alternative to widening the A27
With these plans, the province and the municipality hope to offer an equivalent alternative to the Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management. Not only does the plan prevent the trees…
Not a prescription pill, but an exercise lesson: this is how Nieuwegein tackles obesity
Why do many Nieuwegeiners not live healthy enough? There is no single reason for the unhealthy lifestyle of half of Nieuwegeiners. The municipality’s report identifies several possible causes. Nieuwegein, for…