Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam is slated to debut in the Mediterranean for the Fall 2027 season. With new cruises combining marquee destinations and immersive experiences, the cruise line aims to deliver deeper exploration of Europe’s most historic coasts.

A Rotterdam fire district has received a significant boost from a federal SAFER grant, amounting to $821,000, to strengthen its recruitment efforts. The funding, awarded to Rotterdam-Princetown Fire District No. 5, is set to enhance the district’s ability to attract new volunteers and bolster its firefighting capabilities.

Rotterdam has approved a contract that propels the town into the second phase of a $34 million infrastructure makeover. The newly funded work will replace fire hydrants and add shut-off valves across Water District No. 5, tightening control over the community’s water network and bolstering fire protection.