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Bram Tenhaeff (1954-2026) kept reading until his final day, and continued to share what he had read
Bram Tenhaeff, a dedicated physics teacher at Jac. P. Thijsse in Castricum, passed away in 2026 after a career defined by his passion for reading and innovative educational projects. He was well-known...
Children of Jewish-Surinamese resistance fighter Julius Wolff unveil stumbling stone in Amsterdam
A stumbling stone was unveiled in Amsterdam to honor Julius Wolff, a Jewish-Surinamese resistance fighter who sheltered refugees during World War II. Wolff's surviving children attended the emotional ...
Conviction after all for aggravated assault at Heemskerk parking lot
A 29-year-old man from Uitgeest was convicted by a court in Haarlem for attempted aggravated assault following a traffic dispute in Heemskerk on April 19. The defendant drove over a man's foot and fle...
Cabinet: 100 million euros to compensate firework traders
The Dutch government has allocated 100 million euros to compensate business owners affected by the upcoming fireworks ban. State Secretary Annet Bertram announced the financial support package to the ...
Unsafe situation due to cycling on access path to Oosterplas near Bloemendaal; PWN hires security guards
Nature manager PWN is hiring security guards at the Oosterplas dune lake to manage bicycle parking and ensure access for emergency services. The measure comes after concerns that paths were being bloc...
Investors' association VEB slams Philips management over apnea scandal: 'One of the biggest damages in history'
During the annual shareholders' meeting, the investors' association VEB sharply criticized Philips' management over its handling of the defective sleep apnea device scandal. Representing more than 25,...
Wolf spotted in South Holland, the last Dutch province
A wolf was spotted for the first time in the province of South Holland in the town of Barendrecht three weeks ago. Experts from the Mammal Society confirmed the sighting through video footage, marking...
Handing in old clothes in Amsterdam: this is what happens to them
Following King's Day, residents in Amsterdam can dispose of unsold or old clothing at local collection points instead of selling them through online platforms. This article outlines the process and wh...
Photographer Remko de Waal wins Silver Camera Audience Award with photo of surprised Amalia among soldiers
Haarlem-based photographer Remko de Waal has won the Zilveren Camera Audience Award for his photograph of Princess Amalia posing among soldiers. The award was presented on Friday after the image recei...
How long will Yesilgöz's promises hold up?
As the parliamentary recess concludes, the Dutch cabinet aims to transition from a difficult start to establishing concrete policies. The role of trade unions is expected to be a critical factor in th...
Arrest after report of stabbing in Zwaanshoek
Police arrested a suspect on Friday afternoon following reports of a stabbing incident in Zwaanshoek. It is currently unknown if anyone sustained injuries during the event.
Musical star William Spaaij becomes a father again: 'Our liberation girl'
Musical actor William Spaaij and his fiancée Liza Kollau welcomed a daughter on May 5th. The newborn has been named Loua Billy Spaaij Kollau.
Liberation market in Nieuw-Vennep exactly 81 years after liberation
Nieuw-Vennep will host a Liberation Market on Saturday, May 9, at Harmonieplein to celebrate 81 years of liberation. The event is scheduled to run from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.
Passersby narrowly escape explosion at D66 party office: ‘You can still see him looking back’
Passers-by narrowly escaped injury after a firework bomb exploded at a D66 political party office, an incident captured on security footage. The video shows the perpetrator preparing the explosive jus...
Car completely destroyed by fire in Velsen-Zuid parking lot
A car was completely destroyed by fire on Friday afternoon at a parking lot in the Spaarnwoude recreation area in Velsen-Zuid. The driver managed to exit the vehicle safely before it was fully engulfe...
De Heerenduinen outdoor pool in IJmuiden reopens Monday May 11 for lap swimmers, recreational swimmers must wait
The outdoor pool at De Heerenduinen in IJmuiden will reopen for lap swimmers on Monday, May 11, while recreational swimmers are not yet permitted. The outdoor swimming season is expected to continue t...
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The article discusses the return of face masks, specifically mentioning a version associated with Sywert van Lienden and his partners. The author notes that these masks are being used again due to the...
Politics on the Amstel: Remembrance Day deserves a broader debate and time for full-time council members?
Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf discussed the recent defacing of the National Monument on Dam Square and Mayor Halsema's security measures. The podcast "Politiek aan de Amstel" also...
First Highland Games at IJmuiden Summer Festival; teams can now register
The IJmuiden Summer Festival will feature its first-ever Highland Games during the upcoming edition from July 15 to 19. Teams are invited to register for the physical competitions which will take plac...
Most exciting weeks of school begin: 2,048 Haarlem students take final exams
A total of 2,048 students in Haarlem began their final school exams on Friday, marking a critical period for 1,090 girls and 958 boys. This follows a successful previous year where 90 percent of the m...
'There are no excuses for abusing my girlfriend': Uitgeest man sentenced to prison and community service for dealing and assault
A 23-year-old man from Uitgeest was sentenced to prison and community service for drug dealing and the violent assault of his girlfriend. The defendant, who already has a significant criminal record, ...
Talks on 't Groot Clooster in Heemstede continue despite fierce criticism. 'Receiving such a letter does something to you'
The Heemstede municipal council has decided to proceed with the controversial participation process for the 't Groot Clooster project despite significant public criticism. Alderman Eveline Stam acknow...
Peter Gillis appeals tax fraud verdict
Reality star Peter Gillis is appealing a court sentence of eighteen months in prison and a €1.3 million fine for tax evasion. The ruling, issued by a court in Den Bosch, includes a six-month suspend...
Van den Brink wants to end border controls
Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink proposes ending fixed border controls by the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee after September. Under the new plan, fixed checks would be replaced by mobile patrols to ...
Hantavirus 'not at all comparable' to corona, says Jetten
Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship is not comparable to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasized that hantavirus is a known virus with establ...
‘I swelled up like a Michelin Man’: Paul (68) struck by rare hantavirus
68-year-old Paul Baeten from Arnhem has been living with the severe consequences of a hantavirus infection for seven years. Although the virus typically causes mild symptoms in the Netherlands, Baeten...
4 questions about the negotiations
The political parties Pro Haarlem, D66, and CDA are currently negotiating a new coalition agreement for the city of Haarlem following the recent elections. The parties have incorporated community feed...
Milieudefensie should be happy its leader Donald Pols is joining Tata Steel
Donald Pols, the former leader of the environmental organization Milieudefensie, is transitioning to a position at Tata Steel. The article invites readers to participate in a poll regarding whether th...
Watching the World Cup in the pub? Haarlemmermeer allows it all night long
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer will lift entry time restrictions for bars and pubs during the upcoming World Cup, allowing establishments to stay open 24 hours a day if they choose. This temporary...
No refund for people who did not object to Box 3 tax
The Advocate General has advised that taxpayers who failed to formally object to the box 3 levy are not entitled to a refund for overpaid taxes. If the Supreme Court adopts this recommendation, those ...