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Record number of discrimination reports in Kennemerland, but Jews and Muslims still struggle to find reporting center

Discriminatie.nl Kennemerland reported a record 1,069 discrimination complaints in 2025, representing a 42 percent increase compared to the previous year. Despite the overall rise in reports, the orga...

Many Zwanenburg residents in political newcomer Hart van Haarlemmermeer: 'We will soon be the local party'

Jeanette Koolmoes, a former council member, has launched the new local political party Hart van Haarlemmermeer (HVH), which prominently features candidates from Zwanenburg. The party aims to serve as ...

K3 Originals reunion show coming to Videoland in April

The original members of the group K3 will perform a reunion concert at Rotterdam Ahoy, which will be broadcast on the streaming service Videoland on April 11. Viewers can join a digital watchparty at ...

Israel warns of group claiming attacks in the Netherlands

Israel has issued a warning regarding a new group claiming responsibility for explosions and arson attacks at Jewish targets across Europe, including the Netherlands. Authorities report that images of...

Cabinet expects no energy crisis like 2022, but remains vigilant

The Dutch cabinet is closely monitoring rising energy prices but currently sees no immediate need for intervention similar to the 2022 crisis. While no measures are being implemented yet, the governme...

Musical 'Cats' returns to the Netherlands with a twist: the Rijksmuseum is the setting

Neighborhood strongly opposes garbage boat in canal: "It's such a beautiful spot, historic heritage"

Residents and business owners in Amsterdam are protesting a municipal plan to station a waste collection boat on the Singel canal starting June 1st. While the city aims to remove garbage bags from the...

Meta Platforms signs $27 billion deal with Amsterdam AI cloud company

Amsterdam-based cloud company Nebius has secured a $27 billion deal with Meta Platforms to provide AI computing power. The agreement involves Nebius supplying infrastructure resources to support the a...

Hillegom names bike path after beloved priest of former St. Joseph's Church

The municipality of Hillegom has officially named a previously anonymous bicycle path the Pastoor Hardingpad in honor of a beloved local priest. Alderman Karin Hoekstra unveiled the new street sign fo...

How is Bloemendaal tackling population aging? These are the choices for young people in the municipality

Political parties in Bloemendaal are addressing the municipality's aging population and youth needs in their programs for the upcoming March 18 elections. While no social housing has been built recent...

From ‘shocked’ to ‘we are not afraid’: mixed reactions from parents at Jewish school Cheider

Police arrest suspect in Zaandam home after quick report from residents

Police arrested a 19-year-old suspect following a burglary at a residence in Zaandam. The arrest occurred on Saenredamstraat after the homeowners alerted authorities to the situation.

Extra allowance, lower excise duties: Cabinet presents options to cushion economic impact of Iran war

The Dutch cabinet is exploring various measures, including energy surcharges and reduced excise duties, to shield domestic businesses and households from the economic fallout of the war in Iran. Offic...

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Afsluitdijk closed toward Amsterdam due to truck accident

The Afsluitdijk is closed in the direction of Amsterdam following an accident where a truck collided with an arrow trailer near Kornwerderzand. Recovery and cleaning operations are expected to continu...

Haarlem’s urban birds are struggling: ‘No surprise, this is the most paved city in the Netherlands’

Urban bird populations in Haarlem, particularly species like starlings and blackbirds, have significantly declined in recent years. Experts attribute this trend to the city being the most heavily pave...

Jetten: setting up Hormuz mission very difficult in the short term

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that establishing a security mission in the Strait of Hormuz is very difficult to achieve on short notice. His comments follow calls from U.S. President Donald T...

Peil.nl: GL-PvdA largest in Haarlem, D66 in Heemstede and Bloemendaal, VVD in Haarlemmermeer

According to predictions by pollster Peil.nl, the GroenLinks-PvdA alliance is expected to become the largest party in Haarlem in the upcoming elections. In neighboring municipalities, other parties su...

Person falls from height in Vijfhuizen

A person fell from a height at the Expo in Vijfhuizen on Monday morning around 11:15 AM. Emergency services were not detailed, but the incident occurred at the event venue during the morning hours.

Man also seriously injured in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West shooting, fatal victim aged 19

A 19-year-old man was fatally shot on Saturday night at the Koningin Wilhelminaplein in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West. A 21-year-old man was also found seriously injured nearby and is believed to have been inv...

Free meatballs in the Ikea showroom: coming soon to Haarlem

Ikea is offering customers the opportunity to enjoy its famous meatballs for free directly within the store's showroom in Haarlem. This special event allows visitors to dine among other shoppers for a...

Natalee Holloway's mother files charges against Joran van der Sloot

The mother of Natalee Holloway has filed a legal complaint in the Netherlands against Joran van der Sloot regarding the death of her daughter. Her lawyer, Annemiek van Spanje, stated that the filing r...

Clubhouse politics focuses on problems in Velsen: 'Status holders should just go on a waiting list, just like every other resident'

Residents in Velsen are discussing local political priorities ahead of the upcoming elections, focusing on issues such as community strength and housing fairness. Many voters expressed the opinion tha...

In the football canteen, it’s not about politics. ‘No, we’re talking about the laundry bag’

On the eve of municipal elections, visitors at a Dutch football canteen indicate that while they do not discuss politics in the clubhouse, they all plan to vote. The atmosphere remains focused on prac...

Beverwijk youth violence suspect tells court: 'I still regret it and agree with everything you say'

During a preliminary hearing in Haarlem, the Public Prosecution Service requested that four suspects involved in youth violence between groups from Beverwijk, Heemskerk, and Haarlem remain in custody....

Yosephina works at Janskliniek via Kennemerhart, but can also work at Sint Jacob and Zorgbalans through Flexcoop when it suits her: ‘This gives me freedom and security’

Elderly care organizations Zorgbalans, Sint Jacob, and Kennemerhart have launched a collaborative staffing pool called Flexcoop to share flexible personnel. This initiative provides healthcare workers...

Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (March 16 - March 22)

Several roadworks and partial street closures are scheduled throughout Haarlem from March 16 to March 22. Affected areas include Van Marumstraat and Langebrug, impacting traffic in the city center and...

Liv (34) lives in dike cottage with family: ‘Wouldn’t trade it for a perfect home for anything’

Mortgage rates rising as Iran war continues

Mortgage interest rates in the Netherlands rose last week, with providers such as ABN AMRO and Florius set to increase rates further. This trend is driven by the ongoing conflict involving Iran, accor...

Haarlem playgrounds save 46,000 kg of CO2 through sustainability measures

Thirteen playground buildings in Haarlem have undergone sustainable renovations, resulting in a reduction of 46,000 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The upgrades include the installation of solar panels, L...