The municipality of West Maas en Waal is investigating how homes can be disconnected from the gas grid, with a heat network as one option. Residents are actively involved: 700 homes have been visited and many want to participate. Without their commitment, the energy transition is not feasible.
From October 1, 2025, your Avri waste pass will be valid in all eight municipalities within the Avri region, not just at the container in your own neighborhood.
On Sunday, September 21, the 80th commemoration of the fallen Stoottroepers will take place in Beneden-Leeuwen. The commemoration will begin with a silent march to the Stoottroepers' field of honor.
Young people have a lot to offer, but they struggle with performance pressure and uncertainty. They deserve trust, boundaries, and a safe environment. In West Maas en Waal, young people are actively involved, for example in the JOP and meetings such as Puberpraat. Together, we ensure that they already count.
The municipalities of Druten and West Maas en Waal will join Uniek Sporten, a platform that helps people with disabilities find suitable sports activities, on September 1, 2025.
The international exercise Falcon Leap will be held from September 8 to 19, 2025. This exercise focuses on international cooperation with eight different countries.
Sunday, September 21, 2025, is World Alzheimer's Day. Sociom is organizing an interactive walk in Bloemenpark Appeltern. During the walk, participants will learn about dementia and how to deal with it.
Beneden-Leeuwen recently launched its own Village Platform with a website. In the municipality of West Maas en Waal, Village Platforms form an important link in connecting residents with their village.
