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Healthy rivalry leads to fierce handball duel with Aalsmeer as provisional winner

Aalsmeer secured a 27-32 victory over Volendam in a physical first-leg quarterfinal of the Super Handball League at Sporthal Opperdam. The win provides Aalsmeer with a significant five-point advantage...

Right-back Harrouni fires Olympia Haarlem to near-certain survival with last-minute goal against JVC

Olympia Haarlem defender Noureddine Harrouni scored a last-minute goal to secure a 3-2 victory against JVC. This win almost certainly guarantees the team's stay in the first class with three matches r...

Patient Hoofddorp secures safety with hard-fought home win: 'Running a bit on our last legs'

Hoofddorp secured their position in the fourth division with a hard-fought 2-1 home victory against the Ajax amateur team. The win ensures the club's safety from relegation, providing significant reli...

She’s rid of pregnancy vomiting, but Lisanne van Sadelhoff is still gagging at home

Lisanne van Sadelhoff describes the challenge of dealing with a dead mouse trapped in her home's structure while pregnant. Despite her recovery from pregnancy-related nausea, her heightened sense of s...

Walking to Jerusalem for peace in fifteen months: I thought, I have to do it

On Sunday, hundreds of participants began a 15-month peace walk from Amsterdam to Jerusalem, starting with a ceremony at the Dominicuskerk. The initiative involves approximately 1,000 people from 19 d...

Cheers, Majesty: six drink tips for an extra festive orange feeling

Experts recommend six orange-themed drink options to celebrate King's Day and King's Night on April 27 in the Netherlands. The selection includes classics, new arrivals, and non-alcoholic choices for ...

After 11 viewings, 9 bids and 8 rejections, Daan (28) lands his dream home in Haarlem: 'Below asking price'

Daan Geuke, a 28-year-old first-time buyer, successfully purchased a home on Houtplein in Haarlem after participating in eleven viewings and making nine bids. Despite a challenging housing market, he ...

12 Amsterdam bars where you can also dance

Who will benefit most from cheaper public transport this summer?

The Dutch government plans to introduce a 49-euro monthly public transport pass this summer as part of a relief package for high energy costs. While specific details of the 'Netherlands ticket' are st...

'Pa Tokkie' Gerrie Ruijmgaart (73) dies

Gerrie Ruijmgaart, the patriarch of the well-known 'Tokkie' family, has passed away at the age of 73. The family rose to national fame in the Netherlands following a 2003 neighborhood dispute in Amste...

Searching for butterflies in Middenduin nature reserve with IVN-Zuid Kennemerland butterfly excursion

IVN Zuid-Kennemerland is organizing a butterfly excursion at the Middenduin nature reserve in Overveen on Sunday, May 3rd. The event will focus on identifying local butterfly species and learning abou...

Ajax can help Telstar get a result at NAC

Ajax faces NAC Breda in an Eredivisie match on Saturday, aiming to keep pace with Feyenoord in the league standings. The match result is also noted for its potential impact on Telstar, as Ajax looks t...

Bison Bowling reunion feels like a trip back in time. Especially for brothers Leo and Rick Claus: 'Once the party got going, our job was done'

Brothers Leo and Rick Claus attended a reunion event titled "De Laatste Ronde!" at Bison Bowling, reflecting on the venue's history and their family's legacy. The event celebrated the heritage of the ...

Doctor and influencer Carlijn van Leeuwen, daughter of presenter Bert, has MS

Carlijn van Leeuwen, an influencer and daughter of Dutch TV presenter Bert van Leeuwen, has announced that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis five months ago. She shared the news on social medi...

Gerrie Ruimgaart, known as 'Pa Tokkie', dies at age 73

Gerrie Ruijmgaart, widely known as 'Pa Tokkie,' has passed away at the age of 73. His family announced his death via social media, though no cause of death was provided.

No trains between Haarlem and Leiden Central due to a collision

Train services between Haarlem and Leiden Centraal are suspended until approximately 7:00 PM on Saturday following a collision. The national railway operator NS announced the disruption, affecting tra...

Now 'an inhuman place', soon a vibrant transport hub for Haarlem and the region

The city of Haarlem is constructing a new public transport hub, Haarlem Spaarnepoort, to improve regional connectivity for the southern Schalkwijk district. In addition to the transport hub, the proje...

1,700 Johans celebrate Cruyff at the Arena: ‘He made my name great – and my club’

For a quick and honest meal, Jetties is the place to be (7+)

Jetties has been a well-known establishment in Haarlem for over fifteen years, specializing in organic and sustainable food. This article marks the first time the restaurant has been visited and revie...

A homeless man joins the St Matthew Passion. Lottie Hellingman: ‘He is smiling. He seems to belong here’

Lottie Hellingman recounts her first experience attending a St Matthew Passion performance for children at the Muziekgebouw aan het IJ in Amsterdam. The event is characterized by its inclusive atmosph...

Weather for King’s Night and Day: ‘Heavy coat but also sunscreen’

The weather forecast for King's Night and King's Day in the Netherlands predicts predominantly sunny conditions according to Weeronline. Celebrants are advised to wear warm clothing for the cool air w...

Major fire in Haarlem apartment complex

A large fire broke out in an apartment complex on Stresemannlaan in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. Multiple fire department vehicles responded to the scene to combat the blaze.

Discover your inner Máxima: Choose ‘wow-sleeves’ and colors that clash a little

Queen Máxima is recognized as the Netherlands' leading style icon for her ability to command attention through both simple and bold fashion choices. Royalty editor Josine Droogendijk provides tips on...

Princesses regularly seen in Máxima's clothes: 'Good for image'

Princesses Amalia, Alexia, and Ariane frequently wear items from Queen Máxima’s wardrobe, a practice experts believe enhances their public image. This habit of sharing clothes is seen as a positive...

Haarlem’s Kian Macnack (23) dreams of pain-free jumping after year of setbacks in Ghent to work with father Hein at Oranje again

23-year-old Haarlem volleyball player Kian Macnack is working to recover from a persistent knee injury that sidelined him for much of the 2025-2026 season. After a difficult year following his transfe...

Son of fatally stabbed Rob Reiner calls parents' murder case a 'nightmare'

Jake Reiner, the son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, has described the "nightmare" of learning about his parents' fatal stabbings in a recent blog post. His brother, Nick Reiner, is currently the suspect in ...

Musical star Antje Monteiro struggled with panic attacks: 'Oxazepam in my bag'

Dutch musical star Antje Monteiro revealed in a recent interview that she has struggled with panic attacks since her childhood. She believes the condition may be a result of being bullied during her s...

Baby boomers leave behind massive €1 trillion inheritance, but far from everyone will get a share

A significant wealth transfer is expected in the Netherlands as baby boomers are projected to leave behind approximately 1,000 billion euros in inheritances over the coming years. While this massive i...

Ivo van Woerden spent years investigating controversial online guru Bentinho Massaro: ‘Anyone can get caught up in this’

Journalist Ivo van Woerden has released a book detailing his five-year investigation into controversial online guru Bentinho Massaro and his group's residency in a Bussum monastery. The work examines ...

Our village has enough volunteers and groups to celebrate King's Day

In Katwijk, preparations for King's Day festivities begin immediately after the previous year's event, involving cleanup and detailed evaluations. Board member Rein Varkevisser noted that while there ...