Cassandra Lybrink

The Hamilton Fire Department and surrounding community is mourning the loss of Chief David Haverdink, 74, killed after being struck by a vehicle while responding to a call in Heath Township.

In 2025, our extremely talented photographer Adam Vander Kooy took it upon himself to visually document some of the most ordinary and extraordinary happenings of our neighbors here in Holland. Take a look:

"Holland In Photos," a series usually shot by Sentinel photographer Adam Vander Kooy, highlights the extra-ordinary happenings of your neighbors.

Holland is home to an enormous breadth and depth of local history. Here's a list of our favorite stories:

Kavathas received the award April 23 during a ceremony in East Lansing on the campus of Michigan State University. She was honored in the open class category for work completed during her first year with The Sentinel, where she serves as the community's politics and court reporter.

Cassandra Lybrink, Holland Sentinel When I purchased my first home in Holland, I was floored by the number of newspaper boxes lined along the street adorned with the logo of The Sentinel.

Up to six people were injured during a shooting at the Fruitport Township VFW following what's been described as a prom afterparty May 9, according to reporting from WZZM that quoted Quartermaster George Kotkowicz.

Six people were injured during a shooting at the Fruitport Township VFW following what's been described as a prom afterparty May 9.

May 14, 2026, 4:46 a.m. ET This column is part of a weekly series exploring how higher prices are impacting Michiganders.

Hooker reported his wife's disappearance early April 5, claiming he'd paddled alone for hours after she went overboard the couple's eight-foot dinghy.