Woonpunt and the municipality of Heerlen want to build a care center on the vacant lot on Kasteellaan in Meezenbroek. To this end, they signed a letter of intent on September 26. We will first investigate whether the construction of such a center is feasible.
Ten Limburg mining municipalities, the Province of Limburg, and the Ministry of Climate and Green Growth (KGG) are kicking off a new phase in tackling mining damage in Limburg. The focus is on repairing mining damage to people's homes in South Limburg. The first step is a new website.
During its meeting on September 24, the municipal council of Heerlen unanimously approved the introduction of the Special Measures for Metropolitan Problems Act (Wbmgp). With this decision, an official application will be submitted to the national government.
The council presents a balanced budget for 2026 to the municipal council. In order to continue investing, a change of course was necessary. Thanks to temporary government contributions and the release of reserved funds, among other things, the cost increase for residents will remain limited.
To mark International Day of Older Persons, residents of Heerlen aged 55 and over can visit three museums in the city free of charge on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October. Upon presentation of their ID, people aged 55 and over will be granted free admission to Hoensbroek Castle, the Dutch Mining Museum, SCHUNCK, and De Vondst. This is the third time this promotion has been held.
With never-before-seen images from the rich Pinkpop archive, you can dive into the soul of the festival. Over 100 photos and a number of videos provide a colorful glimpse behind the scenes of this festival.
During Limburg Archaeology Day 2025 at the Limburgs Museum, the cup with the inscription FLAC was voted Limburg's Top Find! This unique find, excavated in 2024 on Raadhuisplein in Heerlen, was discovered in an early Roman grave near the intersection of two Roman roads.
Would you like to learn more about local politics and how you can actively contribute? The municipal council of Heerlen offers a unique opportunity to residents interested in politics! Starting in early 2025, the municipal council of Heerlen will launch the Politically Active course.
Many decisions made by the government have a direct impact on your environment. What renovations do your neighbors want to have done to their homes? Can that tree on your street be cut down? Your municipality and other government organizations are required to publish this information (digitally). We call these announcements "Berichten over uw Buurt" (Messages about your neighborhood).
