Drenthe: man injured by fireworks at football match
Anyone who has ever witnessed the build-up to New Year’s Eve in the Netherlands is well aware of the country’s ...
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FC Groningen to appeal supporters’ misconduct charge
The Dutch football association had ordered a section of the stadium closed for the misconduct FC Groningen does not agree ...
Would any new firework ban include ‘Carbidschieten’?
The typically Dutch tradition is coming under fire Written by Thomas Ansell More and more people would like a firework ...
Groningen considering New Year’s Eve fireworks display at Groninger Museum
New Year's Eve celebrations may look – and sound - quite different in Groningen in the near future: mayor Peter ...
Large fire in Winschoten destroys one building, causes major damage to adjacent property
A large fire on Thursday night in the Groningen city of Winschoten destroyed a vacant commercial property, caused major damage ...
New Year’s Eve aftermath: dozens injured, one death likely caused by fireworks across the north
Dozens of people were injured across the region by fireworks on New Year’s Eve and Day, and a man in ...
Armoured police respond to riots, fires in Paddepoel
On Sunday night, armoured police officers were called in to respond to riots and fires on the streets of the ...
Very few fireworks free zones in the provinces of Drenthe and Groningen (except in the city)
Although the municipality of Midden Groningen is considering enforcing fireworks free zones at the end of 2019, there will be ...
Where are fireworks banned in Friesland on New Year’s Eve?
While they may be pretty, fireworks are also awfully noisy, cause damage and injuries. The Dutch Safety Board is considering ...
Ten fireworks free zones in Groningen on New Year’s Eve
Fireworks have long been synonymous with ringing in the new year in the Netherlands, but there will be ten fireworks ...