Tag: ZEIST
‘Special hiding place’ still looks exactly the same after 80 years
In the attic, Ries carefully steps into the hatch: left foot on a beam, right foot on the first step. There are two locks on the hatch to lock it…
Jews in Zeist ‘systematically robbed and deported’ during the Second World War
“Zeist had no Jewish community, no synagogue or Jewish schools, but here too there were Jewish residents. And they were systematically robbed of everything they had and deported, to a…
How did Zeist deal with Jewish real estate during the Second World War? ‘Harrowing and painful to watch’
“Zeist had no Jewish community, no synagogue or Jewish schools, but here too there were Jewish residents. And they were systematically robbed of everything they had and deported, to a…
Research into Jewish real estate in Zeist: ‘Owners not always properly compensated’
Following the example of municipalities such as Utrecht, Amersfoort and De Bilt, Zeist also had research conducted into the robbery and sale of Jewish real estate during the Second World…
After a commotion, King’s Day party in Zeist: without a stage with live music
After a conversation with the councilor, the municipality and café owner came to a compromise. A party, but no stage with live music. Hits will be heard from speakers in…
Zeist did not sell stolen Jewish real estate, but was involved in emptying houses
Following the example of municipalities such as Utrecht, Amersfoort and De Bilt, Zeist also had research conducted into the robbery and sale of Jewish real estate during the Second World…
Why residents of Huis ter Heide want to keep their asylum center: ‘When you hear their story, you understand it’
That place is now Huis ter Heide, where many residents believe that the refugees should be allowed to stay there for another year. The petition has now been signed more…
Sheep shepherd back at Heidestein in Zeist, this is going to change
“We indicate where grazing is taking place, so that the animals can go there in a more targeted manner,” adds ranger Jacqueline van Dam of the Utrechts Landschap. “We want…
Special recovery place for veterans in Bosch en Duin: ‘New phase of care’
These are veterans who suffer from relational and psychological problems, often in combination with addiction and the threat of homelessness. There are not many veterans, according to Defense. About 4…
Zeist residents start a petition to keep 300 Afghan refugees in a reception location
The petition starters do not understand that if the municipality, refugees and residents are satisfied with the housing and there is a reception crisis in the Netherlands, Defense now wants…