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Emma (32) organizes queer club night: ‘Missed a place where I felt represented as a FLINTA person’

Niall Horan wrote a song about Liam Payne's death for his new album

Niall Horan has written a song for his upcoming album dedicated to his late One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne. In an interview with GQ, Horan also spoke publicly for the first time about his grief fo...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (March 20-22)

This article provides a list of recommended activities and events taking place in Haarlem from March 20 to 22. It aims to offer inspiration for residents and visitors looking to enjoy their weekend le...

More sunshine yet fewer convertibles, how is that possible? ‘Air conditioning killed the convertible’

Despite the increasing number of sunny hours in the Netherlands, sales of convertible cars are significantly declining. Enthusiasts attribute this trend to the prevalence of air conditioning, which ha...

How your child chooses the right high school: ‘Education is more than a diploma’

This week, approximately 95,000 eighth-grade students are receiving their final secondary school advice following the results of transition tests. Experts provide guidance on how to choose a high scho...

Third customer finds mouse in Jumbo frozen green beans

A third customer has reported finding a mouse inside a package of frozen green beans from the supermarket chain Jumbo. Following these reports, the company has removed all of the affected product pack...

Brother and sister sell three Haarlem businesses to buy Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude: ‘We used to eat here often ourselves’

Siblings Lisa and Kris Arents are selling their three businesses in Haarlem to acquire the family restaurant Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude. After nine years of operating a bakery, a crepe restaurant, and...

Daphne's Favorites: 'I'm willing to bet these are the best pizzas in Amsterdam'

Daphne Heijmering, who explores Amsterdam daily with her poodle, shares her recommendations for the best pizza spots in the city. Her frequent neighborhood walks have made her an expert on discovering...

Photo book shows Johan Cruijff still appears everywhere in Amsterdam

A bit boring but important: 800 people recount all votes at the NDSM Wharf

Approximately 800 people are recounting election votes at the NDSM-Werf in Amsterdam-Noord to confirm results at the candidate level. While GroenLinks has been identified as the largest party in the c...

The nose eats too: how aromas and food perfumes are increasingly being used in the kitchen

Joeri Hottentot, the founder of perfume brand Van De Zotte, creates specialized scent concepts and food perfumes designed to enhance the culinary experience. Working from Alkmaar, he develops complex ...

Everyone on holiday! Donate your old tent for De Buurtcamping in Haarlem

Residents in Haarlem are encouraged to donate their old tents to support the De Buurtcamping initiative, organized by ANWB and Stichting De Buurt. The project aims to provide holiday opportunities for...

Corendon is the new operator of the luxury W Hotel in Amsterdam

Support for youth during Money Week

During the national Money Week in the Netherlands, various walk-in sessions will be held in Haarlem to help young people with financial questions regarding loans, taxes, and debt. The initiative aims ...

Ferry passengers react to election results: from "I'm proud of the city" to "it sucks"

GroenLinks has emerged as the largest party in Amsterdam's local elections, followed by D66 and PvdA. Commuters at Amsterdam Central Station shared mixed reactions to the results, ranging from satisfa...

Ditch the phone, at Mooie Boules you learn to talk to others again: ‘We’ve forgotten how’

Mooie Boules, a company nominated for the National Entrepreneur Prize, offers nine locations where people can play jeu de boules without using their phones. Founded after spontaneous games at Amsterda...

Bar Pepe finally brings life to Westerpark West

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Landscape architect René rolls up his sleeves in Velserbeek: ‘You look at things differently when you stand still’

Landscape architect René Huiberts is renovating the circular planting bed near the entrance of Park Velserbeek. The project involves replanting roses and using decorative shells to enhance the area i...

Reigershoeve care farm in Heemskerk opens its gates for residents with dementia: ‘No life without freedom’

Care farm De Reigershoeve in Heemskerk has decided to keep its gates open, allowing residents with dementia to move freely on and off the premises. The facility is prioritizing personal freedom and au...

Sophie and Martine spoke with primary school students in Haarlem for a film: 'They wish their parents would spend less time on their phones at home'

Filmmaker Sophie Koster and choreographer Martine van Santen have released a new film featuring students from the Ter Cleeff primary school in Haarlem. The film explores the children's dreams for the ...

'Cleaning up together is more fun': come help on National Cleanup Day!

National Clean-up Day will take place on Saturday, March 21st, encouraging volunteers to help tidy up their local streets. Volunteer Gina Houwer highlights that working together makes the task more en...

Video | King jokes about gift: 'Máxima and Amalia will have to fight over it'

Election blog: GL/PvdA hold first joint talks and appoint scout

Following the municipal elections in Amsterdam, GroenLinks and PvdA have appointed Hendrik-Jan Biemond as a scout to lead coalition negotiations. Local party leaders from JA21, FvD, and Denk reacted t...

Election blog: counting continues at NDSM, full count expected this morning

Vote counting for the municipal elections continues at the NDSM Loods in Amsterdam, with final results expected this morning. Currently, GroenLinks leads the count with 70% of the votes processed, fol...

Do you suffer from hay fever? Watch out for these fruits and vegetables

Individuals with hay fever may experience allergic reactions, such as an itchy mouth or swollen lips, when eating specific fruits, vegetables, or nuts. Immunologist Ger Rijkers explains that this cros...

Haarlem residents Alain and Karin hesitated about their trip to Cuba but went anyway: ‘We are helping the Cubans, because every peso counts’

Alain and Karin Timmers from Haarlem decided to proceed with their trip to Cuba despite the country's worsening economic crisis and fuel shortages. They believe their visit supports the local populati...

Arie 'completely done' with fiets.com over lack of goodwill after premature electric motor failure

A customer named Arie is seeking compensation after the Bosch motor on his €3,000 e-bike failed after only three years and 6,500 kilometers. Despite the bike being well-maintained, the retailer, fie...

How do I get rid of caterpillars so my shrubs can recover?

Farmer Tom provides advice to a reader on how to naturally manage a caterpillar infestation on viburnum shrubs. The goal is to eliminate the pests using eco-friendly methods so the plants can recover ...

After Esschilderstraat ‘bike sweep’, some bicycles are missing: ‘They can’t just have vanished?’

Residents of Esschilderstraat in Haarlem are unable to locate their bicycles following a cleanup operation by the municipality and Spaarnelanden. Several missing bikes, including expensive electric mo...