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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 ...

Oil crisis? No problem! I've been going on vacation by train for years | column

A columnist suggests traveling by train instead of flying to avoid potential flight cancellations and rising fuel prices during international crises. The author emphasizes that train travel is a more ...

With Aloha and Timboektoe on the Velsen-Noord beach, Pim (30) sets the course for his island state: 'We’re going to build something cool on the North Pier'

Pim Lammertse, the owner of beach club Aloha in Velsen-Noord, is expanding his business by acquiring the neighboring pavilion Timboektoe on May 1st. He aims to transform the Noordpier area into a prem...

He programs systems that know exactly when you buy something, but Tom (53) has doubts: ‘It’s gnawing at me’

Tom, a 53-year-old software engineer, has raised ethical concerns about the AI systems he develops to predict consumer behavior. Speaking with career expert Anne-Marije Buckens, he expressed fear that...

Three grandfathers in and from Haarlem, IJmuiden, Santpoort, Velsen and Leiden: ‘There is a lot of abandonment in this book’

Author Frank Oudman has written a book about his family history, focusing on the lives of three grandfathers. The narrative covers their experiences across several Dutch locations, including Haarlem a...

Patty introduced the 'grief doula' to the Netherlands: 'We often associate grief with death, but grief and loss are much broader than that'

Patty Duijn introduced the concept of the 'death doula' to the Netherlands and authored a book titled 'Rouwdoula' about her profession. After a career in financial services, she has spent fourteen yea...

Ronald Bartlema remained involved with Jeugdjournaal until the end; as a food critic, he preferred dining incognito

Family and friends gathered at Westerveld to bid farewell to Ronald Bartlema, a long-time culinary critic and contributor to the Jeugdjournaal who died at age 67. Following the funeral service, a rece...

He swallowed his tongue on a frozen De Vijverberg and narrowly survived: Milan Berck Beelenkamp (48) on why he swapped the football world for contaminated soil

Former professional footballer Milan Berck Beelenkamp has transitioned to a career in soil remediation after leaving the professional sports world. The 48-year-old, who famously survived a life-threat...

Mystery: what do these barriers near Sarphatipark mean just before King's Day?

In the days leading up to King's Day, markings and cordoned-off areas have appeared around Sarphatipark in Amsterdam as residents claim spots for the traditional flea market. These markings, ranging f...

Last weekend to file taxes: risk of fine after May 1st

The deadline for filing income tax returns in the Netherlands is May 1st, making this the final weekend for taxpayers to submit their information. Those who cannot meet the deadline should request an ...

Ben makes cancelling deceased husband's phone line painful for widow

After her husband Sjaak passed away in 2022, Wil Voorn initially kept his mobile subscription for personal reasons, but she is now facing difficulties trying to cancel it. The telecom provider Ben has...

No mercy for sidewalks taped off weeks before King's Day: ‘Spray it all away’

A poll reveals that ninety percent of respondents dislike the practice of claiming flea market spots for King's Day weeks in advance using tape and paint. Residents expressed frustration over the pree...