Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
David Moolenburgh, Mayor of Zandvoort, considered as scout for new Bloemendaal coalition
David Moolenburgh, the mayor of Zandvoort, has been proposed by the VVD as a scout to lead negotiations for a new coalition in Bloemendaal. While he is the preferred candidate for the role, his appoin...
Sale of Verweyhal to Raiola family nearly complete
The municipality of Haarlem is finalizing the sale of the Verweyhal's upper floor to the heirs of the Raiola family. Once the sale is complete, the family will own the entire building on the Grote Mar...
Beer and reflection in Amsterdam: why the Silent Procession had to stay secret
Thousands of Catholic pilgrims from across the Netherlands are gathering in Amsterdam for the annual Silent Procession, a tradition that encourages personal reflection and prayer. The participants wal...
Large plume of smoke from burning scooters in Amsterdam-Westpoort
A large fire involving multiple scooters broke out on Tuesday afternoon at a business on the Nieuwe Hemweg in Amsterdam-Westpoort. The resulting smoke cloud was visible from a distance, prompting the ...
Municipal official forged documents and signatures to sell Bentveld plot to mother: 'That's not how I raised my boy'
A 38-year-old former planning lawyer from Haarlem appeared in court for forging documents and signatures while working for the municipality of Zandvoort in 2021 and 2022. The defendant is accused of f...
Police: getaway car after Schoonhoven shooting headed toward Lopik
Police have identified a Toyota Yaris as the getaway vehicle used by a suspect following the shooting of an Iranian-born police employee in Schoonhoven. The vehicle was last seen fleeing in the direct...
Second minor arrested for stabbing 14-year-old boy in Breda
A second minor suspect was arrested on Friday morning in connection with the stabbing of a 14-year-old boy in Breda. Both suspects in the case are minors from the city where the incident occurred.
Suspects deny involvement in MDMA death
Two suspects have denied involvement in cases where train cleaners accidentally consumed liquid MDMA from abandoned bottles. The incident led to the death of one 49-year-old cleaner and caused another...
Expanded FVD Haarlem happy with ‘more clout’: ‘Priority for Haarlem residents who have built the city for generations’
Following its growth in the recent elections, FVD Haarlem has expressed its intent to collaborate with all other parties in the local government. Lead candidate Moriah Hartman stated that the party ai...
Criticism of plans to delay new IJmuiden pumping station: 'Plays role in safety of four million Dutch people'
The Dutch government is facing criticism for its decision to postpone the replacement and expansion of the IJmuiden pumping station. Critics argue that the project is crucial for ensuring the safety o...
Eva Vedder to miss BJK Cup next month: Priority is returning to pain-free tennis
Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder has announced she will miss the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup to focus on recovering from persistent physical pain. Despite recently returning to competition in France a...
Joop de Beer exhibition at Uitgeest town hall
Local artist Joop de Beer will showcase an exhibition of his artwork at the Uitgeest town hall from March 20 to April 24. The collection features depictions of his village, the province of Noord-Holla...
Hoge Veluwe opens long-closed wildlife bridge to red deer
National Park De Hoge Veluwe has reopened a nature bridge near Otterlo that had been closed off with a high fence for several years. The decision follows repeated requests from animal welfare organiza...
Child falls into water in Rijsenhout, victim resuscitated
A child was rescued from the water in Rijsenhout on Friday afternoon and required resuscitation by emergency services at the scene. The victim was subsequently transported to the hospital in critical ...
Noordwijkerhout and De Zilk political party suffers heavy election blow: 'Merger sentiment has faded'
NZLokaal, the political party representing Noordwijkerhout and De Zilk, suffered a significant loss in the recent elections for the merged municipality of Noordwijk. After winning the first elections ...
Hundreds of thousands of 'unlucky students' to receive extra €2,000 compensation
Approximately 760,000 students who studied under the Dutch loan system will receive an additional compensation of about 2,000 euros starting in 2027. This new measure is intended for the so-called 'un...
Suspect arrested for assault on Amsterdam JA21 leader after debate
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the assault of Amsterdam JA21 party leader Kevin Kreuger. Kreuger was attacked by four individuals at Osdorpplein on Thursday following a political de...
Yvonne Coldeweijer sues Talpa over stopped compensation
Yvonne Coldeweijer has initiated a lawsuit against Talpa Network after the media company allegedly stopped paying her a monthly financial compensation. The Amsterdam district court confirmed the legal...
Fugitive man in Utrecht has a firearm
A fugitive who escaped from his handlers at the Diakonessenhuis in Utrecht on Friday is confirmed to be armed with a firearm. Police have warned the public not to approach the man and to contact emerg...
Man escapes Utrecht hospital, police launch manhunt
A man in judicial custody escaped during a medical appointment at the Diakonessenhuis in Utrecht after a physical altercation with his guards. The individual attempted to seize a weapon from one of hi...
New energy-efficient NS double-deckers unveiled during royal visit
Queen Máxima visited the NS Train Modernization facility in Haarlem on Thursday to observe the presentation of new energy-saving double-decker trains. The visit highlighted the company's commitment t...
Another suspect arrested for violent home robbery in Noord-Scharwoude
Police have arrested a 40-year-old man from Amsterdam in connection with a violent 2021 home robbery in Noord-Scharwoude that left a resident seriously injured. The robbery was part of a series of sev...
Get creative with saving on driving: Make it a sport
The article provides tips on how to reduce car-related expenses, suggesting alternatives like cycling, walking, and working from home. It encourages readers to be creative and treat saving money on dr...
Tom de Nooijer leaves Ongehoord Nieuws after municipal election win
Tom de Nooijer is resigning as a presenter for the program Ongehoord Nieuws following his party's victory in the municipal elections in Oldebroek. Broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland announced his departu...
KLM Open returns to Zandvoort in 2027, Ruud Gullit back as director of atmosphere
The KLM Open golf tournament is set to return to the Kennemer Golf & Country Club in Zandvoort in 2027. The 2025 edition will be held from June 4 to 7 at The International near Amsterdam, featuring fo...
Status holders to keep priority for social housing for now
The Dutch cabinet has withdrawn a proposal that would have banned priority allocation of social housing to refugees with residence permits. This decision ensures that statusholders will continue to re...
Ajax train without Youri Regeer and Ko Itakura but with 2,000 ecstatic fans ahead of Klassieker
The Ajax squad held an open training session at the De Toekomst sports complex in preparation for their upcoming match against Feyenoord. Approximately 2,000 fans attended the session to support the t...
Jos Brink Prize returns after 'political unrest' after all
The Jos Brink Prize, a Dutch government award promoting LGBTQ+ acceptance, is returning on April 19 after a multi-year hiatus caused by political unrest. Frank Sanders, the widower of the award's name...
Former mayor Krikke becomes scout on Terschelling
Former mayor Pauline Krikke has been appointed as a scout on the island of Terschelling to explore the formation of a new coalition. This move follows the recent municipal elections held on the Frisia...
Good news for Mika Godts: Ajax forward receives first Belgium senior call-up
Ajax attacker Mika Godts has received his first-ever call-up to the Belgian national team. He will join the squad for upcoming international matches against Mexico and the United States during the upc...