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Cleanup at lock complex ‘unfortunately’ yields no jewelry, but jerrycans and a ‘strange’ orange capsule with 0.3 grams of cannabis

A community cleanup effort at the Noordersluisweg lock complex resulted in the collection of various discarded items, including jerry cans and tuna tins. Among the more unusual finds were a curious or...

Bobbi befriends all the animals at the petting zoo: 'I petted the pig on its nose, he really liked it'

Three-year-old Bobbi recently visited the newly reopened petting zoo at Park Velserbeek, where she enjoyed interacting with and petting the animals. The visit marked a pleasant outing for the young ch...

Facade blown away in Amsterdam ATM bombing

Two suspects on a motorscooter fled after a double explosion during an ATM robbery at a shop in Amsterdam-West early this morning. The blast significantly damaged the building's facade, though no inju...

Judge denies Brad Pitt's request to see Angelina Jolie's messages

A judge has rejected Brad Pitt's request to access private messages from his ex-wife Angelina Jolie as part of their ongoing legal dispute. The former couple is currently embroiled in a legal battle c...

It’s the end of an era and the big question now is: who will be the new Rico and Badr?

Dutch kickboxing is entering a new era as a prominent generation of fighters nears the end of their careers. Legends of the sport discuss how the next wave of athletes will handle the challenge of rep...

Mart Smeets reminisces about the Giro d'Italia of Gino, Marco, Fausto and Tom

Mart Smeets has released a new book titled "De grote rondes: Giro d’Italia" as the Italian cycling race prepares to start in Bulgaria this Friday. The work explores the history, scandals, and legend...

Boy forgets binder of Pokémon cards at Heemskerk flea market; Lara does everything to find him: 'He was so proud of his collection'

A boy accidentally left his Pokémon card collection at a King's Day flea market in Heemskerk while visiting a stall run by Lara Gurgy and her brother. Lara is now actively searching for the owner to ...

'Clean' on paper, but what is really in concrete granulate? Your garden path could contain steel slag without you knowing

Toxicologist Paul Scheepers warns that concrete granulate used for garden paths may be contaminated with hazardous steel slag, even when labeled as clean. Private individuals are at risk as they often...

Lotte (32) left mental healthcare and arranged her own home care and housing: ‘No one will take this safe place away from me’

Artist Luca Tichelman dives into her dreams and past with DIY artworks

Water at Uilenstede student housing has been cutting out regularly for a year, sometimes for days: ‘I have 12 liters of water in my room’

Drink coffee in the morning sun at these Amsterdam terraces

Boiling hot, freezing cold or none at all: students at Uilenstede dorm in Amstelveen have been having water issues for a year

Video | Royal couple opens Dutch pavilion at controversial art festival in Venice

Turning point for Matti Matloop's Salon Zijl: Started with nothing, but 12 years later a thriving hair salon

Matti Matloop will celebrate the 12.5-year anniversary of his business, Salon Zijl, and 20 years of living in the Netherlands in 2026. Having moved from Iraq two decades ago, he considers the upcoming...

Nuts are truly superfoods, but not all are created equal: which variety is the healthiest?

Dietician Sanne Mouha highlights the specific health benefits of various nuts, such as almonds and pistachios, and offers guidance on choosing the healthiest options. The article also provides practic...

Emma Wortelboer to help men on Texel find love in new show

Emma Wortelboer will host a new television program titled "Daten in het Dorp: op Texel." In the show, she assists four men on the island of Texel in their search for a romantic partner.

Bevrijdingspop organizers look back on busy and successful edition

The 46th edition of the Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem drew 125,000 visitors and was praised by organizers as a successful event with no major incidents. Enhanced safety measures and crowd control...

Maickel Ferrier's career would have been different without racism: ’They hung a black doll from a gallows’

Former professional footballer Maickel Ferrier reflects on his career and the significant impact racism had on his journey through various clubs, including Haarlem. The article explores his transition...

Third edition of Heemskerk Festival saved: Organizers receive support from Tata Steel and Bankjesparade among others

The third edition of the Heemskerk Festival will proceed as planned after securing support from sponsors like Tata Steel and Bankjesparade. Despite facing financial uncertainty due to the loss of majo...

Sumit's favorites: ‘Our city has great thrift stores, but this is my favorite’

Sumit van Lenthe, who has lived in Amsterdam for twelve years, shares his favorite local spots across the city. His recommendations include preferred dining locations and specific thrift stores for tr...

New foundation ensures evening four-day walk returns to Heemskerk in 2026

A new foundation has been established to ensure the continuation of the four-day evening walk in Heemskerk starting in 2026. This follows the dissolution of the previous organization that managed the ...

Tent tops tower over Dorpsweide: Five-day May Festival kicks off in one week

The Meifestival in Wijk aan Zee is set to begin on Wednesday, May 13th, with festival tents already being erected at the Dorpsweide. This five-day event is recognized as the largest festival in the co...

Ryanair boss calls for morning alcohol ban at airports

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling for a ban on early morning alcohol sales at airport bars to reduce the number of intoxicated passengers on flights. He questioned the necessity of serving beer a...

Three Aalsmeer teenagers missing since yesterday

Three teenagers from Aalsmeer, aged between 13 and 15, have been missing since leaving their school in Uithoorn yesterday afternoon. The police have issued an urgent appeal for information after the g...

From military vehicles to an obstacle course: this is happening Sunday at the Grote Markt

On Sunday, May 10, Haarlem's Grote Markt will host Veteran's Day celebrations featuring military vehicles and an assault course for children. The event focuses on sharing stories and allows children t...

Jansweg tenants unhappy with faulty heating and lack of hot water: 'We test in the kitchen to see if we have hot water to shower'

Tenants of an apartment complex on Jansweg in Haarlem are expressing dissatisfaction with housing association Pré Wonen over persistent heating and hot water issues. The malfunctioning block he...

Son of Norwegian Crown Princess to remain in pre-trial detention

An Oslo court has rejected a request from Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, to be released from prison and serve his pretrial detention under house arrest with an an...

Birds in Rijksmuseum garden trapped in nets meant to keep them away

Guided tour of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10

A local resident will lead a guided tour through the historic village of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10th. The tour will focus on the history and architecture of the area's 17th and 18th-century houses.