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Civil servant punished for fraud in Bentveld land sale
A municipal official has been convicted of forgery and fraud after manipulating a zoning plan to sell a property in Bentveld to his mother below market value. The court found the official guilty of ab...
Netherlands contacted US after threat to leave NATO
Prime Minister Rob Jetten confirmed that the Netherlands and NATO held discussions with the United States following Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from the alliance. The contact aimed to emphasize...
Romanian minister: return of stolen objects unbelievable
Romanian Foreign Minister Oana Toiu described the recovery of stolen art objects from the Drents Museum as "incredible news." She emphasized that the recovery was crucial for Romania, even though insu...
Van den Brink: UNRWA handling should not be repeated
Deputy Prime Minister Bart van den Brink criticized Development Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma for his handling of the reversal of subsidy cuts to UNRWA. Van den Brink stated that the minister's actions in...
Enschede issues 6 fines in a week due to fatbike ban
Authorities in Enschede issued six fines to fatbike riders for violating a new ban in the city center during its first week of strict enforcement. The ban took effect on March 11, but officials provid...
Three suspects in fatal Hoorn violence detained for 14 more days
Three suspects, including two minors and an 18-year-old, will remain in custody for an additional 14 days following a fatal violent incident in Hoorn on Saturday night. The decision was confirmed by a...
Nearly a quarter million households struggling due to high fuel prices
Nearly 250,000 Dutch households are facing financial distress due to high fuel prices, according to a report by the TNO research institute. While calls for fuel excise tax cuts grow, experts warn thes...
Subsidy for sustainable sports clubs in Haarlem
Sports clubs in Haarlem can now access subsidies to make their buildings more energy-efficient, with the city covering the first ‑10,000 in costs and providing further funding up to ‑100,000. RFC ...
Come to the Springer Festival
The Springerfestival will take place on Saturday, April 11, at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin, featuring a plant market and workshops on gardening and nature. The free event includes activities for children...
Apply for the Participation Prize 2026
The Haarlem Participation Council is inviting non-profit initiatives that promote community connection and social participation to apply for the 2026 Participation Prize. Two winners will each receive...
Karremans has no sympathy for trucker highway protests against high fuel prices
Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Vincent Karremans expressed his disapproval of truck drivers blocking highways during protests against high fuel prices on Thursday morning. The demonst...
Heemskerk supermarket stabbing suspect has been severely disturbed for years: ‘I couldn’t control myself,’ he tells judge about stabbing two random victims
A 44-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared before a court in Haarlem for stabbing two random women at a supermarket in Heemskerk on November 11, 2024. The suspect testified that he had felt for years t...
Information evening on A9-Zuid electricity station in Spaarndam
Grid operator Tennet and the province of North Holland are hosting an information session about the new A9-Zuid electricity station. The event will take place on April 20 at the Spaarndam Village Cent...
Temporary ban on steel slag extended, but future remains uncertain
The Dutch government has extended the temporary ban on the use of steel slag for another six months. During a debate in the House of Representatives, it became clear that long-term regulations for thi...
Ajax coach Óscar García has four injury doubts for FC Twente clash
Ajax coach Óscar García faces uncertainty regarding the availability of players Davy Klaassen, Kian Fitz-Jim, and Takehiro Tomiyasu for the upcoming home match against FC Twente. However, there is o...
Weski defense: context missing from messages in case file
The defense team for former lawyer Inez Weski asserts that critical exonerating messages are missing from her criminal case file. They contend that these omitted communications would prove she did not...
Cabinet extends Evertsen mission in Mediterranean by one month
The Dutch government has extended the mission of the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen in the eastern Mediterranean until early May. The vessel was deployed to help protect NATO allies from threats related to ...
With more women than men in its ranks, the new Heemstede municipal council can officially get to work: ‘Immediately made national news’
The newly elected municipal council of Heemstede was officially installed on Wednesday evening, notable for having more female than male representatives. Mayor Falgun Binnendijk highlighted that the c...
Snelle to release fifth album Binnenspiegel on May 29
Dutch artist Snelle has announced the release of his fifth studio album, titled Binnenspiegel, on May 29. The new record serves as the successor to his 2024 album Achtentwintig.
Majority of parties in Velsen refuse to govern with FVD: 'Remarks about "indigenous Velseners" living here for three generations did not help'
A majority of political parties in Velsen have ruled out forming a coalition with Forum voor Democratie (FVD) following a local debate on Wednesday. The parties cited a lack of trust and significant p...
It’s not a reproach, but a conclusion. I hope Koeman also draws that conclusion after Ecuador
The author describes a playful soccer encounter with a young boy at the AVV Swift fields on the Olympiaplein in Amsterdam. The piece serves as a commentary on Ronald Koeman and the Dutch national team...
Former Qmusic newsreader Fien Vermeulen to host Shownieuws
Fien Vermeulen is joining the SBS program Shownieuws as a presenter. She recently announced her departure from her role as a newsreader at radio station Qmusic to pursue this new opportunity.
Salwa seeks Dutch-speaking volunteers for Uitgeest station coffee bar: 'A good morning starts after coffee'
Salwa is seeking Dutch-speaking volunteers to staff the coffee bar located on the platform of Uitgeest station. The establishment has become a popular morning stop for commuters, providing a simple st...
Heemstede gym stands by controversial price hike approach: 'In our view, it couldn't have been more personal'
Heemstede gym HealthclubNU is facing backlash from members and the consumer program Radar following a controversial subscription price increase. Despite the criticism regarding their communication met...
Nils Rossen extends stay at Telstar: Club triggers option in talented midfielder's contract
Telstar has extended the contract of talented midfielder Nils Rossen until July 2027 by exercising a specific option in his agreement. Simultaneously, the club announced it will be parting ways with p...
Velsen unconcerned about finances after poor BDO rating; no additional cuts expected
The local government of Velsen remains unconcerned despite being ranked as one of the most financially unhealthy municipalities in the Netherlands by accounting firm BDO. The council stated in respons...
Weski lashes out at Prosecution: What the prosecutor says is bullshit
Former lawyer Inez Weski criticized the Dutch Public Prosecution Service during a court hearing regarding the reading of case file notes. After calling a prosecutor's statement 'bullshit,' she receive...
Haarlem-based hot school lunch provider TommyTomato declared bankrupt
Haarlem-based school lunch provider TommyTomato has been declared bankrupt following a sudden withdrawal of promised financing. The social enterprise serves warm meals to 30,000 children across hundre...
Lawsuit against carmaker Stellantis over defeat devices in motorhomes
Several Dutch consumer and camping organizations have filed a legal claim against car manufacturer Stellantis regarding the use of illegal defeat devices in camper vans. The groups are demanding that ...
Stolen golden helmet unveiled at Drents Museum press conference after recovery based on tips from suspects
Golden art treasures, including a historic golden helmet, have been recovered after being stolen from the Drents Museum in Assen. The items were located based on information provided by suspects invol...