Tag: Netherlands
EOD investigates suspicious package at building on Amsterdamsestraatweg
The suspicious package was found this morning at a front door of the building. Emergency services are massively present, including the fire brigade and an ambulance. It is not yet…
Solar panels without a permit on Utrecht monuments: ‘Taking cultural-historical value into account’
The rules for installing solar panels have therefore been adjusted. As an owner, you can simply place solar panels at the back, out of sight and flat on the roof.…
Man (46) arrested during investigation into criminal activities at transport company in Montfoort
A 46-year-old man was arrested in Montfoort this afternoon during a raid. It took place at a transport company on an industrial estate on the Tasveld in Montfoort. During the…
Choir from Kyiv visits Utrecht during European benefit tour: ‘This music makes you feel peace in your heart’
Chamber choir Sophia mainly sings Ukrainian classical music, but also folk music, more pop-like songs. “Music is crucial, especially in times of war,” said Oleksiy Shamritsky, director of the Kyiv…
Residents and municipality in discussion after fatal accident Vleutenseweg
During a residents’ meeting last night, residents of the Vleutenseweg in Utrecht gave their opinion on the road safety of the street and made suggestions for improving the traffic situation.…
Fire in thatched roof of IJsselstein farm, local resident injured in attempt to extinguish
A resident of the farm on the Achtersloot, who helped put out the fire before the fire brigade arrived, was injured while trying to fight the flames. He was taken…
40-year-old Jan Pieter Hartog says goodbye with 14th prize in his career: ‘Proud’
That stop will happen on May 27, when Eemdijk, which has already won the title, plays the last game of the competition against Huizen. “We also have a match next…
Museum Catharijneconvent wants to expand to handle growing visitor numbers
Together with previous renovations and expansions of the Central Museum, University Museum and the Miffy Museum, this expansion will further strengthen the museum quarter and provide “more space for culture,…
Flashing, waving and wide pre-sorting: this is why the truck driver does things slightly differently on the road
Summer is coming again. The 400,000 Dutch caravans are hitting the road, and not all truck drivers are happy about that. And caravan owners are sometimes not happy with the…
Customer and seller injured in stabbing after dispute over payment
During the argument at the shop counter, the 29-year-old employee came to the aid of his 39-year-old colleague. The 29-year-old man was stabbed in the leg. The 39-year-old employee then…