haarlemsdagbladJun 24, 2026, 06:23

Two dreams clash in court: ’t Teylertje faces closure

The owner of the Haarlem-based lunchroom 't Teylertje and its tenant appeared in court on Tuesday to resolve a dispute over the termination of the establishment's lease. The property owner seeks to convert the space into part of their private home, while the tenant is resisting the closure of the business. The lunchroom, located at the corner of the Spaarne and Bakenessergracht, now awaits a judicial decision on whether it can remain open.

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Piet turns 80 and flies the flag: 'I should have been dead by now'

Piet Rolvink celebrated his 80th birthday this Tuesday by hanging a flag on his balcony and receiving congratulatory decorations from friends on his garage door. His daughter and her friend also visited with a surprise to mark the milestone.

She ran across the field with ‘cramp juice’: five facts about the first female referee at a Dutch World Cup match

Katia Garcia will become the first female referee to officiate a Dutch national team match at a major tournament when she leads their World Cup group stage game against Tunisia. The 33-year-old Mexican official's appointment marks a historic milestone for the Netherlands as they prepare for their third fixture of the competition.

Ter Apel asylum seekers in night shelter again, now in Zwolle

On Tuesday night, 36 asylum seekers were provided with emergency shelter in Zwolle because the registration center in Ter Apel had reached capacity. This marks the return of emergency night housing after a brief period where it was not required.

Netherlands to know Thursday morning who they face if they finish first or second in group

The Dutch national football team will learn their potential knockout stage opponents on Thursday morning based on whether they finish first or second in their World Cup group. As the group stage concludes for several nations in groups A, B, and C, final standings will determine the matchups for the next round.

Watch: COVID hearing with the Children's Ombudsman

The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic is currently examining the impact of school closures during lockdowns. Children's Ombudsman Margrite Kalverboer and former VO-raad chairman Paul Rosenmöller are testifying today about their roles and the decision-making processes during the crisis.