Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Alkmaar man detained for shoplifting with a knife in Hoofddorp and Haarlem remains in custody
A 43-year-old man from Alkmaar is being held in pretrial detention following two shoplifting incidents involving a knife in Haarlem and Hoofddorp. He faces mandatory admission to a specialized institu...
Shelter ships temporarily moved to another location
The reception ships MS Carissima and Rex Rheni in Haarlem will be temporarily relocated from Spaarndamseweg to alternative berths in March 2026 to accommodate incoming cruise ships during the spring t...
Live blog: Municipal, district and administrative committee elections
This liveblog provides updates on the municipal and district committee elections in Amsterdam. It includes data on voter turnout and official election results.
More shared cars in the city
The city of Haarlem is increasing its shared car fleet by adding 30 new vehicles, bringing the total number to 143 across various neighborhoods. This expansion aims to encourage sustainable transport,...
Wienen unveils Haarlem painting in Corso Collection and promises flower parade will continue to visit the city
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen unveiled a new painting for the Corso Collection, emphasizing the city's historical role as the birthplace of Dutch bulb cultivation. He confirmed that Haarlem will remain the...
Removing illegal election posters could cost Velsen municipality up to 20,000 euros
The removal of illegally placed election posters is expected to cost the municipality of Velsen between 10,000 and 20,000 euros. According to the municipality, this total includes the expenses for bot...
Sand excavations and canals in the Haarlem region were needed for construction in Amsterdam
Historical sand excavations and canals in the Haarlem region provided necessary building materials for the expansion of Amsterdam. Former Haarlem mayor Johan Gijssen van Blanckeroort is remembered tod...
Belgian prosecutors seek 13 years for Jos Leijdekkers over cocaine imports
The Belgian Public Prosecution Service has requested a 13-year prison sentence for Dutch drug trafficker Jos "Bolle" Leijdekkers for his involvement in importing approximately 11 tons of cocaine. The ...
Klaver briefly in Rotterdam where GL-PvdA aims to defeat Leefbaar
GroenLinks-PvdA leader Jesse Klaver visited Rotterdam on Tuesday, where polls show his party is in a close race with Leefbaar Rotterdam. Klaver noted that a progressive party has a chance to become th...
Schouten will abseil if Rotterdam turnout is higher than in 2022
Rotterdam Mayor Carola Schouten has pledged to abseil from the Euromast if the voter turnout for the upcoming municipal elections is higher than in 2022. Schouten, who admitted to having a severe fear...
Number of damage reports doubles after Drenthe earthquake
The number of damage reports following two earthquakes near Assen last weekend has doubled to 450. According to the Commission for Mining Damage, the figure rose significantly from the 226 reports rec...
Voting in an old sawmill or a church: These unique Amsterdam polling stations you don't want to miss
For the municipal elections on March 18, 2026, voters in Amsterdam will have the opportunity to cast their ballots at unique polling stations, including churches, museums, and old sawmills. This initi...
CDA and D66 lose popularity nationwide, D66 Haarlemmermeer: ‘We partly understand the disappointment’
The political parties CDA and D66 are experiencing a decline in national popularity in the Netherlands according to recent polling by Ipsos I&O. While the CDA has not yet felt this impact locally, D66...
Seats and Sofas must compensate customers for poor warranty fulfillment
Furniture retailer Seats and Sofas will compensate approximately 1,500 customers for damages resulting from the company's failure to properly follow warranty regulations. The store is expected to pay ...
Seats and Sofas compensates customers who wrongly paid for warranty
Furniture retailer Seats and Sofas is compensating nearly 1,500 customers who were wrongfully charged for furniture inspections. The company will refund over 100,000 euros to individuals who were enti...
Beach access in Castricum renewed: wider, safer and ready for the new season
The beach entrance in Castricum has been fully renovated and is now open to the public for the new season. Following the previous refurbishment of the beach plateau, the access path is now wider and s...
Merel Westrik leaves De Coen & Sander Show: 'She is choosing for herself'
News presenter Merel Westrik is departing from 'De Coen & Sander Show' on the radio station JOE. Her final broadcasts will take place this week as she has decided to step away from the morning program...
Netherlands to launch defense credit institution with Finland and UK
The Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Finland are planning to establish a new credit institution dedicated to defense projects. This initiative aims to support the defense industry and accelerate r...
Prosecution seeks 18 years and mandatory psychiatric treatment for abuse of children in care
The Dutch Public Prosecutor has demanded 18-year prison sentences and mandatory psychiatric treatment for Peter S. and Nancy D. during an appeal trial. The couple is accused of sexually abusing seven ...
ABN AMRO also restricts interest-only mortgage options
ABN AMRO has announced it will limit interest-only mortgages to a maximum of 30 percent of a property's value starting June 1. The bank joins Rabobank and ASN Bank, which have recently introduced simi...
Zandvoort rescue station members drill at South Pier: Sailing yacht with engine failure towed
Crew members from the Zandvoort rescue station completed a multi-hour training exercise near the Zuidpier involving a Unimog and an inflatable boat. The drill simulated the recovery of a sailing yacht...
Haarlem New-East: A new district with 7,500 homes on both sides of the Ringvaart. Frank Visser (CU) strongly believes in it
The city of Haarlem is planning the development of a new district called Haarlem Nieuw-Oost, which will include at least 7,500 new homes on both sides of the Ringvaart. The project also features local...
Cyclists injured in collision on Willemsparkweg
Two cyclists were hospitalized with injuries following a collision on the Willemsparkweg in Amsterdam on yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred around 4:45 PM when a racing cyclist collided with a...
Civil servants to strike again in mid-April
Dutch state civil servants are scheduled to hold a nationwide strike on Tuesday, April 14, due to an ongoing dispute regarding their collective labor agreement. The industrial action follows previous ...
IJmuiden basketball player Malevy Leons wins with Golden State Warriors
Dutch basketball player Malevy Leons scored eight points during the Golden State Warriors' 125-117 victory over the Washington Wizards in the NBA. The 26-year-old athlete from IJmuiden played for more...
Clara Wichmann appeals against breast implant manufacturer
The women's rights organization Bureau Clara Wichmann is appealing a court decision that cleared American manufacturer Allergan of liability for illnesses caused by its breast implants. This follows a...
Driver (58) arrested under the influence after collision in IJmuiden
A 58-year-old motorist was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol after colliding with a fatbike in IJmuiden on Monday evening. The incident occurred at the intersection of Eemstraat and ...
Audience walks out of Gover Meit's Belgian try-out: 'It was a social experiment'
Theater maker Gover Meit conducted a try-out performance in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, where half of the audience reportedly walked out mid-show. Known for his absurdist humor, Meit later clarified that t...
Couple finds dead mouse in bag of Jumbo green beans: 'Incredibly nauseous'
A Rotterdam couple discovered a dead mouse inside a bag of frozen green beans purchased from a Jumbo supermarket. The supermarket chain confirmed the incident after it was initially reported by Dutch ...
Aid organizations expand aid to Lebanon
Six Dutch aid organizations are expanding emergency relief to Lebanon with 3 million euros in funding from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The aid will provide food and clean drinking water to people...