Haarlem will host several activities, including lectures, city walks, and workshops, on Saturday, July 1st, to commemorate and celebrate the abolition of slavery. These events mark the annual Keti Koti celebration within the city.
Ajax has announced the addition of four friendly matches to their pre-season schedule for the 2026/2027 season. The club shared this update on Tuesday as part of their preparations for the upcoming campaign.
The Haarlem Audit Office has launched an investigation into the city's management of rat infestations to determine if current control efforts are effective. The probe focuses on whether unclear divisions of responsibility between residents, landlords, and the municipality are preventing a structural approach to the problem.
Hospitality entrepreneurs in Beverwijk are hosting the Smaakmarkt food truck festival on Breestraat following the cancellation of the traditional horse racing event. Despite high temperatures, the weekly market will continue and transition into the festival to maintain local activity. Business owners hope the event's success will help mitigate the disappointment and economic loss caused by the horse race's cancellation.
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a life sentence for 66-year-old Eugène N. for his alleged involvement in the 1994 Rwandan genocide. N. is accused of participating in the massacre of approximately 3,000 Tutsis at a stadium in southern Rwanda during the conflict.
Former Dutch Health Minister Hugo de Jonge is scheduled to testify before the parliamentary inquiry committee on July 10 and September 3 regarding the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. De Jonge stated that he looks forward to explaining the decisions made during the crisis to ensure the country learns valuable lessons for future emergencies.