Netherlands News in English

Bayram Gezer (61) combined 28 years of council work in Beverwijk with 41 years at Tata Steel: ‘To relax, I switched piles of paper’

Bayram Gezer is stepping down after serving 28 years as a council member in Beverwijk, making him one of the longest-serving local politicians in the Netherlands. Throughout his political career, he s...

Iran blamed for attacks on synagogue and Jewish school: 'Unfortunately, we see this more often'

A recent explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam-Zuid marks the third attack on Jewish institutions in the Netherlands and Belgium within a single week. Authorities are investigating potential links...

Vehicles stopped on A2 during XR protest

Police stopped two vans attempting to enter the A2 highway during an Extinction Rebellion demonstration, leading to a temporary closure of the road. The disruption occurred between Kruisdonk and Maast...

National police team for security of Jewish institutions

The Dutch police have established a national team, the NSGBO, to coordinate the security of Jewish institutions at a strategic level. This initiative follows recent security incidents, including an at...

Constant renovations in our neighborhood: One of my daughter's first words was ‘drill’

Lottie Hellingman, a performer and single mother living in Amsterdam, describes the constant renovations taking place in her neighborhood. The construction noise has been so persistent that 'drill' wa...

Aunt AI's gossip

Yanaika Zomer, a journalist and the city poet of Den Helder, is set to release her debut novel in May. She contributes a bi-weekly column, with her latest entry discussing topics related to artificial...

Water outage in IJmond resolved, boil water advisory for Velserbroek. Wijk aan Zee pipe leak repaired

PWN technicians have repaired a burst water pipe in Wijk aan Zee, restoring water pressure to the IJmond region. As a precautionary measure, a boil water advisory has been issued for residents in Vels...

Israel: Wave of antisemitism sweeps the Netherlands

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that a wave of antisemitism is affecting the Netherlands following an attack on a Jewish school in Amsterdam. The incident occurred during the night ...

Explosion at Jewish school in Amsterdam South, police seek two suspects

Eric Vloeimans and Will Holshouser don't think in music genres: ‘Kindred spirits’ on trumpet and accordion

Trumpeter Eric Vloeimans and New York accordionist Will Holshouser describe themselves as kindred spirits who prioritize musical connection over specific genres. Holshouser highlights their ability to...

Contaminated river water pollutes clean dunes, concentrations exceed standards

River water purification in the Amsterdam Water Supply Dunes has resulted in chemical contamination of dune lakes and canals at levels exceeding legal standards. The pollution is a byproduct of the pr...

Student Finn pays 1300 euros in rent: The housing market is an important issue for me

Finn Rohde, a student living in Amsterdam, highlights the city's housing crisis as he prepares to pay 1,300 euros in monthly rent for a shared apartment. The article also explores political shifts in ...

Empty supermarket shelves after PWN outage: 'This water must be very tasty'

A water main leak at utility company PWN led to panic buying of bottled water at a DekaMarkt supermarket in Santpoort-Noord. Shelves were quickly emptied as residents responded to the disruption in th...

A10 connecting road near Amsterdam to stay open during the day this weekend, closed at night

Drenthe mayors: earthquake makes damage issue urgent

Mayors from the Drenthe municipalities of Aa en Hunze, Midden-Drenthe, and Assen expressed concern for residents following an earthquake on Friday night. They highlighted the urgency of addressing dam...

Yeşilgöz also considers Iranian link to attacks on Jewish targets

Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated during a VVD campaign event that recent explosions at Jewish properties may be linked to Iran. She indicated that authorities are investigating the possi...

Guus Offerhaus not returning to Heerenveen just for fun: 'Only one thing matters'

Telstar defender Guus Offerhaus is set to return to his former club, SC Heerenveen, for the first time since leaving. He emphasized that the upcoming match is focused on securing vital league points f...

Heemstede farmer sounds alarm over historic meadow near Ipenrode: This landscape is in danger of disappearing

Farmer Antoon Milatz from the Dinkelhoeve has launched a petition and displayed banners to raise awareness about the potential disappearance of a historic meadow near the Ipenrode estate. He warns tha...

Tata Steel Orchestra celebrates 85th anniversary with Jamai Loman at PHIL: 'First time I've conducted since Maestro'

The Tata Steel Orchestra is celebrating its 85th anniversary with a special concert this Sunday at the Phil in Haarlem. The performance features singer Jamai Loman, who will also conduct the orchestra...

EV drivers have the last laugh as fuel prices skyrocket

Rising oil prices driven by tensions involving Iran have led to a sharp increase in petrol and diesel costs over the past two weeks. While traditional vehicle owners face higher prices at the pump, el...

Cpunt Nieuw-Vennep closed immediately due to cracks in building

The Cpunt cultural center in Nieuw-Vennep was closed immediately on Friday due to safety concerns after cracks were discovered in the building during an inspection. The facility at Harmonieplein will ...

Fragmentation in local politics growing, also in Haarlemmermeer: how do the right-wing parties differ?

Sixteen parties are contesting the Haarlemmermeer municipal elections, highlighting a trend of growing political fragmentation in local Dutch government. While left-wing parties have clear identities,...

Parts of the IJmond without water due to pipe burst in Wijk aan Zee

A water main burst near Wijk aan Zee has resulted in a loss of water pressure or a total lack of water for parts of the IJmond region. The local safety region is currently investigating the cause of t...

MPs condemn attack on Jewish school in Amsterdam

Dutch Members of Parliament have condemned an explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam that occurred on Friday night. Politicians expressed their horror over the incident, characterizing it as a cowa...

CIDI calls for more measures against antisemitic incidents

The Center for Information and Documentation Israel (CIDI) expressed deep concern following an attack on a Jewish school in Amsterdam. Director Naomi Mestrum called on politicians and administrators t...

Burst pipe: no drinking water in the IJmond

A burst water main near Heemskerk has caused a significant drinking water shortage across the IJmond region, affecting towns such as IJmuiden, Velsen, and Bloemendaal. Emergency services are currently...

This Greek-style yogurt is the best: ‘Not too sour and nice and creamy’

Three experts conducted a blind taste test of eight Greek-style yogurt brands available in Dutch supermarkets, along with one authentic Greek version. The test evaluated the yogurts based on taste and...

No municipal role in Crown Van Gelder situation: Velsen Board responds to Liberaal Blauw council questions

The Velsen municipality has stated it will not intervene in the financial difficulties facing the Crown Van Gelder paper mill in Velsen-Noord. This position was clarified in response to inquiries from...

Much criticism of cold nursing homes, but here residents are delighted: ‘A glass of wine? Of course you can’

While many nursing homes face criticism for being overly restrictive and poorly managed, residents at Het Snijdelhuis in Boskoop report being exceptionally happy. The facility focuses on a welcoming a...

Bloemendaal reverses budget cuts for De Baan activity center: ‘It’s a vital facility for young people with intellectual disabilities’

The Bloemendaal city council has reversed a planned 9,000-euro budget cut for De Baan, a daycare facility for young people with intellectual disabilities. The decision aims to protect the essential Ha...