paroolSep 3, 2026, 08:43

Restaurants in Noord and school in West launch their own IJ ferry service during public transport strike

To address the challenges posed by the public transport strike on September 9, local restaurants in Amsterdam-Noord have partnered with a canal cruise company to launch a temporary private ferry service. This initiative provides an essential travel alternative for residents who rely on public transit to cross the IJ.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

The interim assessment of Project Cruyff: 8 conclusions on his mission at Ajax

Jordi Cruijff has reached his 250th day as a leader at Ajax, prompting an evaluation of his influence on the club's operations. Eight specific conclusions have been drawn regarding his mission as the team prepares for an upcoming away match against FC Groningen.

30 years of ADE: how a small networking conference grew into the world's largest dance marathon

The Amsterdam Dance Event is celebrating its 30th anniversary, having grown from a small industry gathering into the world's largest dance festival. Over the past three decades, the event has helped transform electronic music into a recognized art form while solidifying the Netherlands' reputation as a global leader in the dance industry.

Textile hub for sustainable fashion to open in former printing plant near Sloterdijk: 'Eventually this should become the norm'

A new sustainable fashion center known as the Textielhub has opened in a former printing facility near Amsterdam's Sloterdijk district. This industrial location allows eco-friendly textile companies to operate without the restrictions imposed by residential zoning.

Mandy's flower shop hopes to reopen in two weeks after devastating fire

Mandy's Bloemenshop in Amsterdam plans to reopen in two weeks after a fire caused by a short circuit destroyed their previous kiosk. The owners have secured permission to build a new shop and have raised 30,000 euros through a successful crowdfunding campaign to cover the uninsured damages.

New in Amsterdam: friends Bas, Teun and Daan open bakery and coffee roastery KAF

Three friends named Bas, Teun, and Daan have opened KAF, a new bakery and coffee roastery located on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam's Jordaan district. The shop specializes in house-made sourdough, artisanal coffee, and pastries, with the founders aiming to serve local residents.