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Only 1 in 5 people vote in the Bijlmer: "Even if you vote, everything stays the same"

Voter turnout in Amsterdam's Bijlmer-Centrum remains the lowest in the city, with only 22% of eligible residents participating in the 2022 municipal elections. While some residents express cynicism ab...

New in Haarlem: Gewoon Samen Home Neighborhood

The city of Haarlem is launching the 'Gewoon Samen Thuisbuurt' initiative to help residents live independently at home for as long as possible through community support and tailored housing. The proje...

Haarlem striker Tijmen Wildeboer (24) still lacks a 'soft G' after years at TOP Oss: 'I need to score more goals'

Tijmen Wildeboer, a 24-year-old striker from Haarlem playing for TOP Oss, expressed regret that his team will not face Telstar this season, missing the chance to play in front of local family and frie...

How Enschede's fat bike ban, taking effect today, could serve as a model for Amsterdam

Learning to run with body and mind with Martin and Esther: ‘Out of your head, into your body, no pressure and anything goes’

Running coach Martin Dekker and NLP coach Esther Buis-Van Rijn are launching a 10-week training course for beginners. The program focuses on injury prevention through improved technique and emphasizes...

Melanie loves letting her friend Cheryl do her hair: ‘We both played soccer, that’s where I met Cheryl’

Melanie visited her long-time friend Cheryl at her hair salon, Cheryls Knippaleis, in IJmuiden for a haircut. The two women originally met through playing football and have remained friends since then...

Henry Schut and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte named Eurovision Song Contest commentators

Henry Schut and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte will provide commentary for the Eurovision Song Contest, replacing Cornald Maas. Maas stepped down after broadcaster AVROTROS decided that the Netherlands will ...

Abuse suspect Joannes B. discovered by four-eyes principle: 'Extra eyes of great importance'

Joannes B., a 66-year-old childcare worker, is on trial for the alleged abuse of a toddler at a Partou daycare center, an incident discovered through the 'four-eyes principle.' The suspect is also acc...

Rob (47) knows how to break free from Big Tech and owns a Dutch-made smartphone: ‘It is not pointless to resist’

Computer programmer Rob van den Bogaard shares his experience of reducing dependence on major American technology companies amid geopolitical tensions between Europe and the United States. He advocate...

At age 12, I became father to a chestnut tree

As a 12-year-old playing in a garden in Spaarndam, the author discovered and planted a chestnut seed found in the mud. This event led the author to humorously describe themselves as becoming the fathe...

The Grote Markt turns into a giant tulip picking garden (and you can pick them)

On Sunday, March 29, the event 'Haarlem in Bloei' will transform the Grote Markt in Haarlem into a massive tulip picking garden. Visitors are invited to pick flowers and enjoy the spring atmosphere in...

Ikea's second-hand corner had a slight scent of greenwashing

The 5 best chess spots in Amsterdam according to blitz champion Eline Roebers

After ‘How Much is the Fish?’ comes carnival hit ‘Hoempa tetete’: stadium announcer Robert Sant creates a unique atmosphere at Telstar

Robert Sant, the stadium speaker and DJ at Telstar's Buko Stadion, has been praised for creating a unique matchday atmosphere through his eclectic music selection. His playlists, which include both te...

How wooden homes boost construction speed and living pleasure: ‘It really does something to you’

BAM, the largest construction company in the Netherlands, is significantly increasing its focus on timber construction for new housing projects. This shift aims to improve environmental sustainability...

New report: cycling in Haarlem gets a 6+

A study by the Fietsersbond indicates that cycling in Haarlem is less pleasant than in similar municipalities, receiving a rating of just over six. Although spring is encouraging more residents to cyc...

Senior center in Southeast torn apart by allegations of abuse of power, dick pics and embezzlement

SP, BIJ1 and De Vonk hand out free public transport tickets in Zuidoost: 'Okay, one extra for your friends then'

Political parties SP, BIJ1, and De Vonk distributed free public transport tickets at Kraaiennest station in Amsterdam-Zuidoost to advocate for free mobility. The organizers argue that public transport...

Bol stops selling play sand after new asbestos find

Online retailer Bol has permanently ceased the sale of play sand after traces of asbestos were discovered in two products sold on its platform. The decision follows an investigation by the Dutch newsp...

Daan Wijnants (VVD) wants higher littering fines, including for deposit hunters: "I don't feel sorry for them at all"

VVD leader Daan Wijnants has proposed stricter measures and higher fines to combat Amsterdam's waste problem ahead of the municipal elections. He specifically called for a 250 euro fine for deposit hu...

Emad (42) reluctantly puts Pizzeria Sorrento in IJmuiden up for sale: 'I hope the buyer comes tomorrow, not today'

Emad Sorrento, 42, has put his IJmuiden-based pizzeria up for sale due to concerns regarding his health and family responsibilities. Although he is reluctant to part with the business, he acknowledges...

Tineke Abma shows the beauty of old age at Museum of the Mind: ‘Aging is not an end point, it offers unique opportunities’

A new exhibition curated by Professor Tineke Abma at the Museum van de Geest offers a positive perspective on aging, challenging the common narrative of physical decline. The showcase explores how soc...

Is sleeping in healthy or not?

Pulmonologist-somnologist Manu Sastry discusses the health impacts of sleeping in late as part of a series on common sleep issues. The article explores whether extending sleep is beneficial for one's ...

Ali B will not be on camera during sex crimes appeal

Rapper Ali B will not be filmed during his appeal hearing later this month as he has not given permission for cameras in the courtroom. The legal proceedings concern his appeal against a prison senten...

Just don't bring it into the house

A parent reflects on the persistent presence of soda and candy vending machines in schools after seeing them at their son's high school. They note that such machines have been considered a normal part...

Day of the Bereaved at IJmuiden library: Reflecting on grief and resilience

The Nabestaandenzorg foundation and the IJmuiden library will host the Day of the Bereaved on March 21. The event aims to provide a space for individuals to reflect on grief and resilience.

indebuurt is looking for Haarlemmers who moved abroad

The local news platform indebuurt is searching for former Haarlem residents who have moved abroad to share their stories of adventure. They are calling for people who left the city for a new life in a...

Castricum local Ed ashamed of his low-income pass: 'Here comes another pauper'

81-year-old Ed Kaandorp from Castricum is refusing to use the new 'Castricumpas,' a discount card for low-income residents, due to the perceived social stigma of poverty. He expresses frustration that...

An 8,600 euro deposit? How to avoid being scammed by a landlord

A'DAM Tower celebrates 10th anniversary with a week of festivities (tickets cost 10 euros)

The A’dam Toren in Amsterdam-Noord is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a five-day mini-festival from May 13 to May 17. The event will span the entire tower from the basement to the roof, with t...