Alderman Van Buren downplays 67 million in discrepancies, but acknowledges problems with Afis financial system: ‘Not very surprised’

Princess Amalia: 'Sad that I already talk about threats quite normally'

Princess Amalia of the Netherlands shared her perspective on the ongoing security threats against her during a recent press interview. The 22-year-old crown princess noted that she finds it sad that she has already become accustomed to discussing such threats as a normal part of her life.

Oliebollen and Christmas tree sellers relieved: ‘I feared we would lose what we had built up’

Subsidy for reuse plans

The city of Haarlem is offering subsidies for initiatives that focus on repairing, sharing, or reusing materials to reduce CO2 emissions. Residents and non-profits can receive up to €5,000 in funding, while businesses are eligible for grants of up to €10,000 to cover project costs.

Information market on Schipholweg projects

An information market will be held on May 28, 2026, to discuss various urban development projects around Schipholweg in Haarlem. Key topics include the new Haarlem Spaarnepoort public transport hub, housing construction, and the Europaweg city street.

King views asylum protests with ‘great concern’

King Willem-Alexander expressed deep concern over recent violent asylum protests in Loosdrecht, emphasizing that the right to protest should not involve violence, especially against emergency responders. He stated that while protesting is a democratic right, it must be done through dialogue rather than force.