Tag: Netherlands
Ukrainians in Utrecht and Montfoort hold their breath on Independence Day: ‘Always in suspense’
“It is very sad and extremely painful that you have to celebrate your 31st birthday, while the country from which you have torn yourself away is pulverizing your houses and…
Apple pickers Bert, Sonja and Piet are over 60, but still work every day: ‘I can recommend it to anyone over 65’
Fruit grower Jacco Merkens likes to work with older employees. “They work hard, are never sick and very loyal. And I think the atmosphere at the company is very important.…
Working from home appears to be here to stay, but what about rising energy bills?
Amersfoort – “Work at home, unless there is no other option”, was the call during the corona crisis. This advice has been gone for a while, but working from home…
How do you make your withered garden climate proof? ‘It takes a different mindset’
But the most important thing is the soil and compost. And now that the leaves are already falling from the trees en masse, Marcelle has another good tip. “You can…
Suspected ax robbery Jumbo suspected of attempted manslaughter, 2 co-defendants released
Two suspects of the violent robbery three months ago at the Jumbo supermarket in Overvecht are allowed to await their trial in freedom. During an introductory session, the court decided…
RTL and Nieuwegein prison called back: TV recordings of prisoners are not broadcast after all
According to the complaining judge, the privacy of the detainees was wrongfully violated and they should have been involved in the recordings beforehand. Good news for Van Soest and his…
Mayor Dijksma about abortion demonstrations: ‘These are abrasive fundamental rights’
The debate was requested by Hester Assen of the PvdA. To many questions from Assen, the mayor referred to a letter she sent to the council earlier this month. It…
Major damage to hotel Utrecht after fire: ‘But luckily no one was injured’
“It could have been a lot worse.” Stefanie Bolk says that a number of times, somewhat relieved. She is the manager of the Mother Goose Hotel on the Ganzenmarkt in…
The future of the local media in Utrecht remains unclear: ‘The loss of Bingo FM is not yet on track’
In addition, the license plays a role. Each municipality can grant a license to a local broadcaster through the Media Authority. That license now rests with the regional broadcaster RTV…
Bridgeclub Nieuwegein has its birthday and is looking for new members: ‘If you can’t run anymore, this is a very nice activity’
Very young bridge players are not counted on. Children and young adults prefer a sport that requires them to exercise, says bridge club chairman Van Linge. “Usually people start with…