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Game Over! Three more fraud suspects identified, victims in Den Helder and Katwijk
The police operation 'Game Over?!' has led to the identification of three new suspects linked to fraud cases in Den Helder and Katwijk. These individuals are suspected of involvement in two incidents ...
71 municipal notices regarding demolition and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 71 permit applications last week, with 70 of them specifically related to projects within the city. These reports include updates on demolition and hospitality de...
Anja picks up breakfast at Oscar Bakery with dogs Bonnie and Lola: 'I always enjoy walking here in the harbor area'
Anja visited Bakery Oscar in the harbor area of IJmuiden to pick up breakfast while her two bulldogs, Bonnie and Lola, waited outside. She expressed her enjoyment of walking through the local port are...
Five seriously injured in fight at Schiphol hotel, British man (22) arrested
Five people were seriously injured during a fight at a hotel at Schiphol airport on Sunday evening. A 22-year-old British national was arrested by the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee following the inci...
Endless stories lie beneath the sand of Haarlem: Nearly 200 years of excavations now in one book
A new archaeological chronicle titled 'Onder het zand vandaan – Archeologische kroniek 1843-2023' provides a comprehensive overview of nearly 200 years of excavations in Haarlem. The book traces the...
Atmosphere at the Stopera: new council installed, debate on scout's report
The new city council of Amsterdam is being installed today at the Stopera, where members will be sworn in for a four-year term. Following the ceremony, a debate will take place regarding a proposal fo...
Rotterdam murder suspect: I shot on orders from voices
Sendric S., a 25-year-old suspect in three murders in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, testified in court that he heard voices commanding him to kill. The suspect claimed the shootings on December 21, 2024, wer...
Beverwijk bids farewell to fifteen council members, royal decorations for Bayram Gezer and Co den Hartog
Fifteen council members in Beverwijk are stepping down to make room for new representatives for the upcoming four-year term. Long-time veterans Bayram Gezer and Co den Hartog were recognized with roya...
Check not only yourself but also your pet for ticks: ‘They like to hide between the toes’
During 'Week van de Teek,' pet owners are advised to check their dogs and cats for ticks after being outdoors to prevent potential diseases. Experts note that ticks often hide in hard-to-find spots li...
Star chef Nick Bril receives suspended sentence for fleeing after running over intern
Dutch celebrity chef Nick Bril has been sentenced to a twelve-month suspended prison sentence by a court in Antwerp. The ruling follows a 2024 incident where Bril ran over his assistant cook, Joe Clar...
Blossom Park Amsterdam Forest 2026: everything you need to know about the blooming season
The Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos is preparing for its annual spring bloom in 2026, featuring the peak of the Japanese cherry blossoms. This natural event is short-lived, with the blooming period...
Delano Gouda is window cleaner and club top scorer at AFC in Amsterdam: ‘Someone from The Hague finds his way anywhere’
Delano Gouda, a striker from The Hague, has become the top scorer for the Amsterdam-based club AFC during his debut season in the second division. His contributions have been vital in keeping the team...
Consumers' Association: Peat-based potting soil harms nature and climate
The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) is advising gardeners to avoid potting soil containing peat due to its negative impact on nature and the climate. The organization warns that "bio" lab...
Stores sold more goods in February
Retail turnover in the Netherlands increased by 1.3 percent in February compared to the same month last year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The growth was largely driven by a strong perfo...
Utrecht province fines bus operators for public transport problems
The province of Utrecht is fining bus operators Transdev and Keolis for persistent service issues, including high cancellation rates and a shortage of vehicles. Transdev faces a penalty of at least 1....
The 5 of… drummer Martijn Bosman: ‘Behind those drums feels like a safe haven’
Martijn Bosman, a prominent drummer from Haarlem who has played for bands like Kane and Guus Meeuwis, is set to perform at De Pletterij on April 13. The article profiles his extensive career working w...
Public administration professor on informateur Don Bijl's resignation in Beverwijk: ‘This is very childish’
The information phase of government formation in Beverwijk collapsed after informateur Don Bijl resigned following a dispute with the local Forum for Democracy (FvD) faction over the number of meeting...
Model railway club resumes train rides in Spaarnwoude recreation area, season starts on Easter Sunday
The Model Building Association Het Y has completed maintenance on the model train tracks in the Spaarnwoude recreation area to prepare for the new season. The trains are scheduled to resume operations...
More than 6.8 million people have already filed their taxes
The Dutch Tax Administration has received more than 6.8 million tax returns so far this year, slightly ahead of last year's pace. At the halfway point of the filing period, the number of returns has i...
Person injured in Haarlem house fire, victim taken to hospital
A person was injured and transported to the hospital following a house fire in an apartment building on Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem on Monday morning. Emergency services arrived at the scene around ...
Person seriously injured in Haarlem house fire
A person was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital following a house fire on Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem on Wednesday morning. Emergency services responded to the incident, but the cause of t...
Tulips everywhere: Amsterdam is in bloom again in April (and yes, they’re even floating in Vondelpark)
The annual Tulp Festival returns to Amsterdam in April, featuring extensive tulip displays across the city's parks, squares, and streets. Notable locations like the Vondelpark are being decorated with...
Royal honors for veterans Van der Heijden and Ates at farewell ceremony for Heemstede councilors
Former Heemstede council members Thera van der Heijden and Remco Ates were appointed Members of the Order of Orange-Nassau during a farewell ceremony on Tuesday evening. Mayor Falgun Binnendijk honore...
Dangerous consumer products cause 80 deaths a day in Europe
Dangerous consumer products, including exploding appliances and defective items, cause approximately 80 deaths daily across Europe. Research highlights that these hazards also pose significant risks t...
It was a pleasure to spar with Hein Struben (1942-2026)
Hein Struben, a D66 council member in the municipality of Bloemendaal, has passed away at the age of 83. He served on the council for the last two years and was a resident of Overveen.
DHL Express employees to receive 7.5 percent pay increase
More than 2,000 DHL Express employees will receive a 7.5 percent pay increase following a new two-year collective labor agreement. The deal was reached between the express delivery company and trade u...
Supermarket chain PLUS completes merger with competitor Coop
Supermarket chain PLUS has finalized its merger with industry peer Coop. The company reported a financial loss for the past year, primarily due to the accelerated costs associated with rebranding and ...
Number of incidents involving Telstar supporters rising sharply; supporters' association sends urgent letter to members
The Telstar football club has experienced a significant rise in incidents involving its supporters alongside the team's growing popularity and fan base. In response, the club's supporters' association...
Haarlem goes crazy: hold on tight, the fair is coming
The annual fair is returning to Haarlem, featuring traditional snacks and various amusement rides. The event will be held across two primary locations: the Grote Markt and the Zaanenlaan.
Hairdressers given tools to recognize domestic violence
The Dutch government is providing hairdressers with tools to help them identify signs of domestic violence and unsafe relationships among their clients. Mariëtte Hamer, the government commissioner fo...