Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Utrecht province fines bus operators for public transport problems
The province of Utrecht is fining bus operators Transdev and Keolis for persistent service issues, including high cancellation rates and a shortage of vehicles. Transdev faces a penalty of at least 1....
The 5 of… drummer Martijn Bosman: ‘Behind those drums feels like a safe haven’
Martijn Bosman, a prominent drummer from Haarlem who has played for bands like Kane and Guus Meeuwis, is set to perform at De Pletterij on April 13. The article profiles his extensive career working w...
Public administration professor on informateur Don Bijl's resignation in Beverwijk: ‘This is very childish’
The information phase of government formation in Beverwijk collapsed after informateur Don Bijl resigned following a dispute with the local Forum for Democracy (FvD) faction over the number of meeting...
Model railway club resumes train rides in Spaarnwoude recreation area, season starts on Easter Sunday
The Model Building Association Het Y has completed maintenance on the model train tracks in the Spaarnwoude recreation area to prepare for the new season. The trains are scheduled to resume operations...
More than 6.8 million people have already filed their taxes
The Dutch Tax Administration has received more than 6.8 million tax returns so far this year, slightly ahead of last year's pace. At the halfway point of the filing period, the number of returns has i...
Person injured in Haarlem house fire, victim taken to hospital
A person was injured and transported to the hospital following a house fire in an apartment building on Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem on Monday morning. Emergency services arrived at the scene around ...
High interest in Florida for planned Artemis II moon mission
The planned Artemis II moon mission launch from the Kennedy Space Center is drawing significant crowds to Florida's Cocoa Beach. This historic ten-day mission will see the SLS rocket and Orion spacecr...
Person seriously injured in Haarlem house fire
A person was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital following a house fire on Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem on Wednesday morning. Emergency services responded to the incident, but the cause of t...
Tulips everywhere: Amsterdam is in bloom again in April (and yes, they’re even floating in Vondelpark)
The annual Tulp Festival returns to Amsterdam in April, featuring extensive tulip displays across the city's parks, squares, and streets. Notable locations like the Vondelpark are being decorated with...
Royal honors for veterans Van der Heijden and Ates at farewell ceremony for Heemstede councilors
Former Heemstede council members Thera van der Heijden and Remco Ates were appointed Members of the Order of Orange-Nassau during a farewell ceremony on Tuesday evening. Mayor Falgun Binnendijk honore...
Dangerous consumer products cause 80 deaths a day in Europe
Dangerous consumer products, including exploding appliances and defective items, cause approximately 80 deaths daily across Europe. Research highlights that these hazards also pose significant risks t...
It was a pleasure to spar with Hein Struben (1942-2026)
Hein Struben, a D66 council member in the municipality of Bloemendaal, has passed away at the age of 83. He served on the council for the last two years and was a resident of Overveen.
DHL Express employees to receive 7.5 percent pay increase
More than 2,000 DHL Express employees will receive a 7.5 percent pay increase following a new two-year collective labor agreement. The deal was reached between the express delivery company and trade u...
Supermarket chain PLUS completes merger with competitor Coop
Supermarket chain PLUS has finalized its merger with industry peer Coop. The company reported a financial loss for the past year, primarily due to the accelerated costs associated with rebranding and ...
Dune actress Florence Pugh confirms relationship with Peaky Blinders actor Finn Cole
British actress Florence Pugh has officially confirmed her relationship with Peaky Blinders star Finn Cole via a post on Instagram. The Dune actress shared a photo of herself posing with Cole and her ...
Number of incidents involving Telstar supporters rising sharply; supporters' association sends urgent letter to members
The Telstar football club has experienced a significant rise in incidents involving its supporters alongside the team's growing popularity and fan base. In response, the club's supporters' association...
Haarlem goes crazy: hold on tight, the fair is coming
The annual fair is returning to Haarlem, featuring traditional snacks and various amusement rides. The event will be held across two primary locations: the Grote Markt and the Zaanenlaan.
Hairdressers given tools to recognize domestic violence
The Dutch government is providing hairdressers with tools to help them identify signs of domestic violence and unsafe relationships among their clients. Mariëtte Hamer, the government commissioner fo...
Royal honors for departing Velsen council members. Mayor Dales on Leo Kwant: ‘You are the best alderman we never had’
During the final council meeting in Velsen, nine outgoing council members received royal decorations from Mayor Frank Dales. A total of 14 out of 33 council members are stepping down, marked by a cere...
Green steel scientists: Tata is not so poorly positioned
Scientists writing in the economic journal ESB argue that Tata Steel is well-positioned for a future in the Netherlands, countering arguments against government subsidies for the plant. The researcher...