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Velsen holds second pizza night for youth: what matters to you?

The municipality of Velsen is hosting a pizza evening on Monday, June 15, for residents aged 14 to 22. The event provides a platform for young people to discuss topics they find important and to meet ...

North Holland traffic: Delays on the N242 and A4 during Wednesday morning rush hour, June 10

The morning rush hour in North Holland on Wednesday, June 10, was reported as generally quiet. Minor traffic delays of several minutes occurred on the N242 and A4 motorways.

Die On This Hill singer Sienna Spiro to perform in Amsterdam in March

British singer Sienna Spiro, known for her hit "Die On This Hill," will perform at the Gashouder in Amsterdam on March 14, 2027. The event was announced by concert organizer MOJO.

Late bloomer Niels Reemeijer (23) aims to push limits after Tour of Albania victory: 'I love very tough races'

23-year-old cyclist Niels Reemeijer from Spaarndam has achieved a career highlight by winning the Tour of Albania. Having started his journey in Haarlem's Muggenronde, the self-described late bloomer ...

Watervrienden marks 50 years of swimming lessons and swimming in IJmuiden. Festivities at De Heerenduinen.

The swimming club Watervrienden IJmuiden is celebrating its 50th anniversary on Saturday, June 20, at the De Heerenduinen swimming pool. The festivities will include a sports and games afternoon follo...

In this unique part of Amsterdam, residents refuse to make way for demolition: ‘You are destroying everything’

Residents of Amsteldorp in Amsterdam are protesting against the planned demolition of small houses intended to be replaced by larger housing complexes. They argue that the project will destroy the uni...

Trump with 'Make Holland win again' slogan on Café Scheiwijck facade: 'Every goal sparks a run on the tap'

Café Scheiwijck in Beverwijk has decorated its facade with an image of Donald Trump and the slogan 'Make Holland win again' for the upcoming Dutch national football team matches. Owner Taylor van Mar...

Uncertainty over: Castricum coastal bus to keep running after extra council support

The free coastal bus service in Castricum will continue to operate this summer after receiving additional support from the local council. The bus will run daily between the Castricum railway station a...

Amsterdam lacks implementation, not measures, for street nuisance

Croatia once again has Europe's most expensive campsites: families pay an average of 78 euros per night

European camping prices have increased by nearly 25% over the last six years, with Croatia remaining the most expensive destination at an average of 78 euros per night for a family. While Slovakia exp...

Artist Leendert Vooijce cleaned Amsterdam's 37 spiral urinals: ‘The dried urine shines back at you’

Sophie (39) and Jesse (38) met at Lowlands: ‘We were quite an unusual combination, maybe that’s why it worked so well’

'Street girl' Jenny van Dalen (76) has been committed to Southeast for over 40 years: 'When I see injustice, I must take action'

Belgian wins record 175 million euros in EuroMillions

A Belgian player won a record jackpot of nearly 175 million euros in Tuesday's EuroMillions lottery draw. This prize represents the highest amount ever won in Belgium via the game, according to the Be...

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Anxious savers miss out on billions: how to easily switch to a bank with much higher interest rates

Dutch savers are missing out on billions of euros in interest by keeping their money in large banks instead of switching to smaller institutions with significantly higher rates. Despite the potential ...

AZ starts new season at home, away matches for Ajax and Telstar

The KNVB has released the draft schedule for the 2026/27 season, with AZ opening at home against ADO Den Haag while Ajax and Telstar start with away games. Ajax's new manager Míchel will make his deb...

Velsen-Noord village festival a celebration of ‘connection’, ends each night with local anthem

The village of Velsen-Noord is preparing for the 20th edition of its traditional village festival, which will take place from June 19 to 21 at the Stratingplantsoen. Organizers aim to foster community...

Hoofddorp allotment association fears downsizing as municipality seeks space for traveler site expansion: ‘Why specifically here?’

The Toolenburg Allotment Association in Hoofddorp faces potential shrinkage as the local municipality considers repurposing part of its land to expand a nearby caravan site. This proposal aims to addr...

What we can learn from ‘our boys’ at the World Cup: ‘Taking rest in time is at least as important as training’

Sports psychologist Afke van de Wouw discusses how the Dutch national football team’s preparation for the World Cup demonstrates that timely rest is as vital as physical training. She highlights tha...

Bipolar disorder finally brought Henk Mathijssen (66) where he wanted to be, and earned him a royal honor: 'I didn't want to be a dime, but a quarter'

Henk Mathijssen, a 66-year-old from Beverwijk, was recently appointed Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau for his achievements and journey living with bipolar disorder. Originally from a working-clas...

American billionaire's $70 million superyacht anchored in the IJ

American billionaire Robert Sands has docked his 70-meter superyacht, valued at 70 million dollars, at the Bimhuis quay in Amsterdam. The luxury vessel, which features a gym and beauty salon, has draw...

Does World Cup referee Danny Makkelie inspire youth to pick up the whistle? ‘You’re not a wimp, but the boss on the field’

Author Arjan van den Haak has released two youth novels intended to inspire young football fans to pursue careers as referees, modeled after Dutch World Cup official Danny Makkelie. The stories aim to...

Houten first to test 20 km/h speed limit for cyclists: ‘I don't think I reach 20 anyway’

Saving for five years for World Cup dream: John and Erica follow Oranje across America

John and Erica van den Berg from Abbenes have traveled to the United States to support the Netherlands national football team during the World Cup after five years of saving. The couple will attend gr...

Eigen Haard must provide alternative housing after Herculesstraat explosion in Amsterdam South

Mark Damman’s first children’s book Save the Lanterfant! encourages kids to think for themselves: ‘As a child, you can contribute to a better world’

Mark Damman has released his first children's book, 'Red de lanterfant!', which aims to inspire curiosity and independent thinking in children. Illustrated by Eva Toorenent, the book emphasizes that e...

Revenge of the reclusive nerds

The article explores the stereotype of socially awkward nerds who were traditionally perceived as outsiders and introverts. It describes their past characteristics, such as an interest in science fict...

Judge: Amsterdam housing association must offer resident new home after explosion

An Amsterdam court has ordered housing association Eigen Haard to provide alternative housing within four weeks to a resident whose home was destroyed in a March explosion on Herculesstraat. The assoc...

Flags from the Netherlands to Turkey decorate Thomas Wijckstraat in Beverwijk. 'We hope we can cheer'

Residents of Thomas Wijckstraat in Beverwijk have decorated their street with flags from various nations, including the Netherlands and Turkey, in anticipation of the upcoming football World Cup. The ...