Tag: SHARON DIJKSMA
Utrecht is heading for a fireworks ban during New Year’s Eve
Netflix and chillThe debate was not only about a fireworks ban, but also about the citizens’ council itself. That was the first of its kind in Utrecht. Parties such as…
Another 50 refugees from Ter Apel were accommodated in Jaarbeurs
The temporary shelter in the Jaarbeurs was closed to Ukrainian refugees at the end of February, and only vulnerable Ukrainians are being accommodated there. They cannot move on to another…
Rabbi attacked in Overvecht shopping center, mayor expresses horror
The Utrecht rabbi explains the Telegraph that he was approached by a man who asked what he was doing there, “dressed as a Jew”. The perpetrator then allegedly followed him…
‘Dozens of celebrities and politicians in deepfake porn videos, including Utrecht mayor a victim’
The Dutch Data Protection Authority calls on victims to go to the Public Prosecution Service. In addition, various political parties are taking action. For example, D66 is requesting a debate,…
Flee from Liberia and now a Royal decoration: ‘I see refugees as expats’
The actor fled his native Liberia in 1991. “The impact of war on a human life is something you wouldn’t wish on anyone,” says Richards. In the Netherlands he studied…
Royal award for Utrecht actor Bright Richards: ‘I feel supported’
The actor fled his native Liberia in 1991. “The impact of war on a human life is something you wouldn’t wish on anyone,” says Richards. In the Netherlands he studied…
Grandson of the biggest bank robber in the Netherlands calls for extra commemoration
David Bosch (UtrechtNu!) is the grandson of a Utrecht resistance fighter. “Together with others, he committed one of the largest bank robberies in Dutch history,” Bosch proudly told the Utrecht…
Denk councilor apologizes after accusation of intimidation
Utrecht – Ten factions in the Utrecht city council have apologized to fellow councilor Mahmut Sungur. In a public statement they report that they should not have sent a letter…
Dijksma threatens measures after arresting hooligans
“Tomorrow is the match between FC Utrecht and PSV,” Dijksma said in a response. “It is clear that this match would be better off without intervention from the riot police.…
Fewer and fewer applicants for mayoral positions: ‘It’s still you in the supermarket’
But in the supermarket you can encounter a dissatisfied citizen, especially in a small municipality like Woudenberg. And as a mayor, getting angry with the referee at your son or…