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Sixth and final nomination for Woutertje Pieterse Prize announced
The book 'Krekel' by Annet Schaap has been announced as the sixth and final nominee for the 39th Woutertje Pieterse Prize. The announcement was made on the radio program 'De Taalstaat,' and the annual...
Police investigate Nijkerk explosion and search for man dressed in black
Dutch police are investigating an explosion that occurred late Friday night at the Israel Center in Nijkerk. Security footage revealed a suspect dressed in black placing the explosive device at the pr...
The p-word is forbidden at the table of Dutch champion Steffan Kok: ‘Tennis has everything: technique, tactics, physical and mental’
Steffan Kok, the 47-year-old editor-in-chief of Tennis Magazine from Zandvoort, has been crowned the Dutch national padel champion in the 45+ category. Despite suffering from a chronic injury that lim...
Cameras on Italiëlaan after all following wave of violence: ‘Hope calm returns’
The municipality has installed three surveillance cameras on Italiëlaan in Haarlem following a series of violent incidents, including car fires and a shooting. Residents had been requesting these mea...
Man enters houses in Sint-Michielsgestel and strangles woman
A 28-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday afternoon after breaking into several homes in Sint-Michielsgestel and attempting to strangle a woman. Local police confirmed the suspect's arrest following r...
Tobacco shop robbery in Hoofddorp: hunt for two suspects on black Vespa
Two suspects robbed a tobacco shop in the 't Paradijs shopping center in Hoofddorp on Monday morning before fleeing on a black Vespa scooter. Police recovered a firearm at the scene that was likely dr...
Drivers hit hard by unprecedented wave of roadworks: 'Don't just hit the road'
Following Easter, road users in the Netherlands face an unprecedented series of construction projects on major motorways including the A9, A44, and A10 around Amsterdam. Rijkswaterstaat warns of signi...
Diesel price at the pump slightly higher after sharp Friday increase
Diesel prices at the pump in the Netherlands rose slightly on Saturday following a significant increase of over 10 cents on Friday. According to UnitedConsumers, the national recommended price for a l...
Listen to the Easter story and paint ostrich eggs: what to do this Easter weekend
Amsterdam offers a diverse range of activities this Easter weekend, including lamb petting at local farms, egg hunts in historic gardens, and creative workshops such as painting ostrich eggs. The holi...
Hiding eggs in the garden or indoors? This is the weather forecast for Easter
The weather forecast for Easter suggests that conditions will be favorable enough for people to hide eggs outdoors. This allows for traditional garden egg hunts alongside indoor celebrations as people...
Hiking holiday agency goes bankrupt, travelers lose trips and money: 'A total shock to receive such an email'
A travel agency based in 't Harde has declared bankruptcy, affecting hundreds of travelers and investors who now face the loss of their pre-booked trips and payments. All scheduled walking tours have ...
Paris Dudok exhibition moves to Hilversum: two iconic buildings to be seen at once
The exhibition "Dudok à Paris" is moving to Hilversum, showcasing the international influence and foreign designs of renowned architect Willem Marinus Dudok. The exhibit highlights Dudok's architectu...
Police seek suspects after robbery in Hoofddorp
Police are searching for two suspects following a robbery at the Muiderbos shopping center in Hoofddorp on Saturday morning. The exact details of the incident remain unclear as the investigation conti...
PRO Haarlem seeks answers on consequences of TommyTomato bankruptcy: 'Very concerning'
The political party PRO Haarlem has expressed serious concern following the bankruptcy of school meal delivery service TommyTomato. Council members Bowien Wegman and Digna Brand have submitted formal ...
Thirteen new Stolpersteine in memory of Holocaust victims in Velsen: first stone this year for Sara Engers (1928-1943)
Thirteen new Stolpersteine will be installed in the municipality of Velsen to commemorate victims of the Holocaust. The first stone of the year is dedicated to 14-year-old Sara Engers, who was murdere...
30 km/h zones and road safety high on Bennebroek Village Council agenda
The Bennebroek Village Council will hold its annual general meeting next week to discuss traffic safety measures, including 30-kilometer zones and the Rijksstraatweg-Zwarteweg intersection. The meetin...
Significant damage in Haarlem car fire
A car fire on Laan van Berlijn in Haarlem caused significant damage early Saturday morning. Firefighters arrived around 3:45 AM to find the front of the vehicle already fully engulfed in flames.
Significant damage in single-vehicle crash in IJmuiden, occupants flee the scene
A vehicle was heavily damaged in a single-car accident on Kennemerlaan in IJmuiden on Friday night. The occupants of the car fled the scene following the collision and could not be located by authorit...
Hard-to-reach Dyson tests patience of Jacqueline and other customers
Dyson customers are experiencing significant delays and poor accessibility when trying to reach the company for warranty-related issues. This lack of communication has left many individuals frustrated...
Asylum seekers and Haarlem residents gather for Spaarne dinner
The Spaarnediner event in Haarlem brings together local residents and asylum seekers to foster community connections through shared meals and cultural exchange. Inspired by a similar initiative in Ams...
Fewer reports of wolf attacks on livestock in first three months
The number of reported wolf attacks on livestock in the Netherlands decreased during the first quarter of this year for the first time in several years. According to data from BIJ12, 255 incidents wer...
The battle against tourist shops: why the city center isn't changing
The municipality of Amsterdam is struggling to reduce the number of tourist-oriented shops in its city center, with research showing that 583 such businesses still exist despite years of restrictive p...
Souvenirs, rubber ducks and stroopwafels: still hundreds of tourist shops in the city
A survey by AT5 identified 583 tourist-oriented businesses in Amsterdam's city center, including 145 souvenir shops and over 120 pizzerias and steakhouses. Despite municipal efforts since 2016 to curb...
Conflicts with parents dampen job satisfaction at many primary schools: ‘One conversation in which a parent crosses all boundaries negates a hundred good ones’
A survey of 414 primary school directors reveals that 64% report decreased job satisfaction due to conflicts or threats from parents. These tensions increase pressure on teaching teams and can signifi...
Soufiane Hetli prepares for end of season with Telstar: 'I found it more exciting in the play-offs last year'
Soufiane Hetli has lost his regular starting position at Telstar following the arrival of new players during the winter break. The 24-year-old admits he needs to be more effective as the team prepares...
NOC*NSF on new elite sports income plans: 'We want sport to be recognized as a profession'
The NOC*NSF has introduced a detailed plan aimed at improving the incomes of elite athletes and having sports officially recognized as a profession. The initiative seeks to address long-standing finan...
LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar
FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.
LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente
Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...
Happy Easter, but not for 120,000 day-old cockerels
During the Easter holiday, millions of eggs are consumed, but the industry faces ethical concerns regarding the daily gassing of approximately 120,000 day-old male chicks. Despite the availability of ...
Vocational graduates bring much-needed diversity, yet only 13 percent of Haarlem region councilors are practically trained
Only 13 percent of city council members in the Haarlem region have a practical education background, highlighting a significant lack of representation for MBO graduates. Despite the diversity of skill...