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Current Bloemendaal coalition of VVD, D66 and CDA must look for additional party, concludes mediator David Moolenburgh
Explorer David Moolenburgh has recommended that Bloemendaal's current coalition of VVD, D66, and CDA seek an additional partner to secure a more stable majority. The advice aims to strengthen the admi...
RIVM expects little nuisance from Easter fires due to wind
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) expects minimal air quality issues from Easter fires this weekend due to favorable wind conditions. While most of the Netherla...
Renovation of historic Halfweg lock complex to begin after summer. 'Water management, restoration, livability – everything comes together here'
The Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland will begin renovating the historic lock complex in Halfweg after the summer to improve water flow towards the Zijkanaal F pumping station. The project addresses curr...
Rico the Chilean arrested for inciting assassinations
Richard R., also known as Rico de Chileen, was arrested in his prison cell for allegedly attempting to incite two contract killings. The arrest occurred shortly after the court sentenced him to thirte...
Relative: my father's death was one person's choice
The daughter of a murder victim delivered a statement in a high-security Rotterdam courtroom during the trial of 25-year-old Sendric S. She expressed the profound grief of her father's death, noting t...
New in Amsterdam: these spots opened in March (and yes, you’ll want to check them all out)
Several new venues opened in Amsterdam during the month of March, including a miniature museum and a restaurant featuring a world-famous chef in Amsterdam-Zuid. The article provides a guide to these n...
Vesteda gains financial breathing room through investor agreements
Vesteda, the largest commercial residential investor in the Netherlands, has secured financial breathing room through new agreements with its investors. This arrangement allows the company to avoid th...
Gerdien and Jules are two artists under one roof: ‘Our house is also my gallery’
Gerdien Noordeloos and her husband Jules have lived in Tuitjenhorn for 35 years, where their home also serves as a gallery for their art. Gerdien specializes in ceramics while Jules practices photogra...
Let the municipality intervene at TommyTomato: healthy lunches must not be lost
This weekly proposition asks for public opinion on whether the municipality should intervene to support TommyTomato. The goal is to ensure that the provision of healthy school lunches is preserved and...
Entrepreneur donates 8 million euros to Museum Prinsenhof Delft
Surinamese-Dutch entrepreneur Eduard Hoogenboom has donated 8 million euros to Museum Prinsenhof Delft for the sustainable renovation of its historic monastery complex. The funds will specifically sup...
Children of De Pionier primary school put finishing touches on Haventheater performance: 'Everything must be theater-worthy'
Students from primary school De Pionier are preparing for their biennial project 'Uit de Kunst!' which showcases singing, dancing, and music. All groups from the school will participate in a performan...
Two car break-ins in Haarlem, one arrest
Two car break-ins occurred on Schotlandstraat in Haarlem during the night between Thursday and Friday. Police have arrested one suspect following the back-to-back incidents.
Supermarket opening hours in Haarlem during Easter 2026
This article provides the supermarket opening hours in Haarlem for the Easter 2026 holiday period. It covers operating times for Good Friday, Easter Saturday, and both Easter Sunday and Monday.
Tiny 11-square-meter room without bathroom or kitchen for nearly €100,000 sparks outrage
A tiny 11-square-meter room in Amsterdam listed for nearly 100,000 euros without a kitchen or bathroom has sparked public outrage. As these individual room sales become more frequent, Amsterdam's hous...
Dutch gas reserves being ‘cautiously’ refilled
Gasunie has begun cautiously refilling Dutch gas reserves following a cold winter that saw stocks drop to their lowest level in ten years. The replenishment process officially started on Thursday as t...
The Blacksmith Museum is a tribute to the ninety forges Nieuwkoop once had
The Smederijmuseum in Nieuwkoop is a volunteer-run museum that preserves the local history of blacksmithing. It serves as a tribute to the ninety small smithies that were historically located througho...
A bird's-eye view of the world of Neptunes and Orions at Valkenburg Airfield Visitor Center
The newspaper supplement 'AlleTijd' is featuring the Valkenburg Airfield Visitor Center as part of its series on lesser-known museum gems in the Netherlands. Run by volunteers, the center offers visit...
Fuel prices rise sharply again, diesel up 10.5 cents
Fuel prices continue to rise significantly due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The advisory price for a liter of diesel at major oil companies has increased by more than 10 eurocents.
Housing association Elan wins lawsuit against minister over Heemstede care complex and is entitled to 600,000 euros: 'The money is very welcome'
The Haarlem-based housing association Elan has won a lawsuit against the Dutch government, securing 600,000 euros for the Slottuin residential care complex in Heemstede. The court ruled that the organ...
Diesel price surges to new record, gasoline also slightly more expensive
Diesel prices in the Netherlands have hit a new record high after increasing by nearly nine cents per liter in a single day. This significant price hike impacts the transport sector and delivery busin...
The Voice of Flanders filming interrupted after Joost Klein and Koen Wauters clash
Filming for The Voice van Vlaanderen was temporarily halted after a heated verbal conflict broke out between Dutch artist Joost Klein and coach Koen Wauters. The incident took place during the show's ...
Long COVID patients feel ignored for years as government pulls funding from only support center: ‘This is inhumane’
The Dutch government has decided to terminate funding for Q- and C-support, the only organization dedicated to assisting long COVID and Q-fever patients. Patients have expressed deep distress over the...
Friday May 8 climate quiz in Haarlem council chamber: 'What percentage of Dutch electricity is generated sustainably?'
Haarlem will host its first climate quiz in the city hall council chamber on Friday, May 8. Groups of enthusiastic participants will compete to answer questions regarding climate issues and the status...
Stient Electro revives dead line and sells no new phone
Roel and Martha Vegelien visited Stient Electro to replace their malfunctioning landline phone ahead of Martha's hospital admission. Instead of selling them a new device, the shop managed to repair th...
How did United/DAVO in Schalkwijk increase its membership? ‘We have earned a place in the neighborhood’
United/DAVO, a sports club in Haarlem, has successfully reversed its declining membership, growing from a low of 120 members to 400. Chairman Ronald Philippo credits the turnaround to addressing speci...
Netherlands leads global chocolate trade: ‘Leading for years’
The Netherlands has overtaken Germany as the world's largest exporter of cocoa products, exporting a total of 12.4 billion euros worth of goods last year. This leading position includes the export of ...
K3 gives first reunion show in the Netherlands: 'A special place in our hearts'
The original K3 lineup, featuring Karen Damen, Kathleen Aerts, and Kristel Verbeke, performed their first reunion concert in the Netherlands at Rotterdam Ahoy on Thursday. During the nostalgic show, t...
Neighborhood annoyed by residents ‘playing police’: ‘This is how you turn Haarlem’s nicest street into its unfriendliest’
Residents of Korte Houtstraat in Haarlem have sparked controversy by attempting to force cyclists to dismount using gates, leading neighbors to complain about them "playing police officer." While some...
One checkmark and Chris got a job after all: rules of employment plan for the disabled are too rigid
Chris de Boer, who suffers from a rare blood disease, struggled to find employment because government regulations deemed him ineligible for disability job support. After discovering a loophole in the ...
New foundation label surprises buyers after purchase: ‘Bank can suddenly lend less’
The Dutch Homeowners Association warns that a new foundation label is causing unexpected financial issues for homebuyers. Because the label is often only revealed after a purchase, a poor rating can l...