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October 2026

Omroep Leeuwarden · 21 OctTranslated

Switch fault ensures fewer trains between Groningen and Leeuwarden

Due to a changeover fault, there are considerably fewer trains running between Groningen and Leeuwarden on Wednesday morning. The disruption is expected to last until at least 10.30 am. Express buses are used between both cities to transport passengers. Travelers should take into account additional travel time and are advised to consult the trip planner for up-to-date information. © Omroep Leeuwarden 2023 - 2026 - All rights reserved

NOS Binnenland · 21 OctTranslated

More Dutch employees continue working past retirement age

The number of Dutch employees who continue working past the state pension (AOW) age is increasing. According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), 1.7 percent of workers were older than the pension age in the second quarter of 2026. This marks an increase from the first quarter of 2018, when the share was 1.2 percent.

Omroep Leeuwarden · 21 OctTranslated

Leeuwarden city council to discuss accommodation for local clubs and organizations

On Wednesday, October 21, the Leeuwarden city council is hosting an informative meeting regarding the accommodation of local clubs and social organizations. From 20:45 to 22:15, representatives can share their experiences, challenges, and future plans with council members in the city hall's council chamber.

Omroep Leeuwarden · 21 OctTranslated

Another strike in regional transport: consequences for passengers in Leeuwarden

Bus drivers and train staff in regional transport will resume work on Thursday. This is reported by trade unions FNV and CNV. Passengers from Leeuwarden may also have to deal with cancellations of buses and regional trains. It is the second national strike day due to stalled negotiations on a new collective labour agreement.

Omroep Leeuwarden · 21 OctTranslated

Train travelers from Leeuwarden stranded in Meppel due to disruption

A signal and switch failure between Meppel and Zwolle halted train traffic on Wednesday morning. As a result, passengers traveling from Leeuwarden toward Zwolle cannot proceed beyond Meppel. NS expects the issue to be resolved around 09.15 AM and advises travelers to check current travel information.

NOS Binnenland · 21 OctTranslated

This father kidnapped his son from notorious family home in Spain

A man from Woerden 'kidnapped' his son from the Dutch family home Huize Soria in Spain in 2018. He did so because he received signals that his 15-year-old son Sem* was mentally and physically abused. SEM also wanted to leave, but the youth protection service reported withdrawal from the legal authority. Sem's father ended up in jail.