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How the asylum center debate hardened Aalten: ‘Racist, fascist, I’ve been called everything’

The village of Aalten is experiencing severe social division and hostility among residents due to heated debates over the establishment of new asylum seeker centers. This internal conflict contrasts w...

AI chatbots overlook local parties: ‘Voting advice is unreliable’

Research by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) reveals that AI chatbots rarely recommend local political parties, making their voting advice unreliable. This bias poses a risk to these parties, ...

A look inside the world of nut company Gotjé: You see a bag on the shelf, but not the work behind it

Jan Gotjé nut company provides a behind-the-scenes look at its production facility in Heerhugowaard, detailing the labor-intensive processes of roasting, cracking, and sorting. Many consumers are una...

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Political cafe for young voters in Castricum: Build for us, housing is the priority

Young voters in Castricum met with candidate council members and Mayor Ben Tap during a Political Café event to discuss their priorities. The participants primarily emphasized the need for new housin...

Haarlem woman sues to get her dog back: 'She is a family member, not movable property you just dispose of'

A woman from Haarlem has filed a summary proceeding to regain custody of her dog, which was seized by authorities after a biting incident in November. The Public Prosecution Service intends to rehome ...

At Alzheimer iftar, Sukran bridges the gap between migrant caregivers and support: 'It starts with a meeting'

Sukran Coba shared her experiences as a caregiver during an Alzheimer iftar at the Akşemseddin Mosque in Beverwijk to bridge the gap between migrant caregivers and social services. Serving as a key r...

Football volunteer through and through

Harti has been a dedicated daily volunteer at the AVV/Spartaan football club for 16 years. Driven by his passion, he remains tireless and committed to his work for the organization.

D66: No understanding for ‘war without a plan’ in Iran

During a parliamentary debate, D66 leader Jan Paternotte expressed strong criticism of the United States and Israel for initiating a conflict with Iran without a clear plan. This position contrasts wi...

One injured in two-car collision on N201 near Schiphol-Rijk

Two cars collided on the N201 near Schiphol-Rijk on Thursday afternoon. One person was injured in the accident.

'Dream on' if you think no schools in Bloemendaal will have to close: Lively election debate in Bloemendaal town hall

Eight party leaders participated in a lively election debate at Bloemendaal's town hall, addressing several controversial local topics. A significant point of conflict involved disagreement between D6...

Love is the medicine for the emptiness on Lucky Fonz III's new album

Acquittal for grave vandalism in The Hague, prison for burglaries

A court in The Hague has acquitted 34-year-old Stefan V. of vandalizing 32 graves and stealing memorial items at Westduin cemetery due to a lack of evidence. However, he was sentenced to eight months ...

VVD does not support attack on Iran but stands with US and Israel

The Dutch VVD party supports the government's decision not to explicitly endorse U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. During a parliamentary debate, party leader Ruben Brekelmans clarified that while the...

FC Volendam’s ‘golden oil presser’ believes in God and his path: There is something soothing in that thought

The author reflects on finding spiritual peace through football, specifically while watching FC Volendam play against PSV. The narrative explores how faith can provide a sense of calm amidst global tu...

ING office in Amsterdam East vandalized and splattered with red paint for fourth time

Argument that killed 64-year-old in Amsterdam-Zuidoost was over a bottle of liqueur

Argument over bottle of dropshot likely fatal for 64-year-old Glenn

A 64-year-old man died in mid-December following a fatal assault over a bottle of liquor at an assisted living facility in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. While suspect Bryan C. claims he acted in self-defense du...

Wendy Moore much rawer on new single ‘Crocodile Tears’

Singer-songwriter Wendy Moore from Zandvoort is releasing a new single this week titled 'Crocodile Tears.' The track features a heavier and rawer sound compared to her previous releases.

From Drachten to Arnhem: Zaanstad pursues suspicious window cleaners across the Netherlands

Since 2024, inspectors from Zaanstad have been conducting a nationwide investigation into rogue window cleaning companies suspected of fraud, illegal labor, and permit violations. Supervisors have tra...

Research shows increase in social cohesion due to city reporters: "It really has an impact on the neighborhood"

Research by the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences shows that volunteer city reporters significantly improve social cohesion and community engagement by filming neighborhood stories. The initiat...

Economic uncertainty remains 'very high' due to global tensions

The Dutch economy continues to grow steadily despite significant uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The CPB advises that higher energy prices do not necessitate immediate governmen...

New ideas for Haarlem

The city of Haarlem will host the Initiatievencafé on March 24, 2026, where residents can present ideas to make the city more sustainable and social. Participants have the chance to win a share of a ...

What you need to know about the municipal elections

Municipal elections in Haarlem will take place on March 18, 2026, with 89 polling stations open from 7:30 to 21:00 for residents to vote on local policy. The article provides essential information on ...

14 playground buildings made sustainable

The City of Haarlem, in partnership with SRO, has completed sustainability upgrades on 14 playground buildings, installing solar panels, LED lighting, and improved insulation. These measures are expec...

Popular playground at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg in Santpoort-Noord must be removed for rule violations, brasserie seeks new location

The large playground at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg in Santpoort-Noord must be removed following a ruling by the municipality of Velsen due to the lack of a permit. The restaurant management is currently ...

Gloomy forecasts: purchasing power stagnates, economic growth slows, inflation rises due to gas and oil

New forecasts from the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB) indicate that the Dutch economy is slowing down, with purchasing power expected to stagnate next year. Rising government de...

The KNVB football map: Heiloo and Edam-Volendam stand out with many professional players

The KNVB's football map indicates that the towns of Heiloo and Edam-Volendam produce the highest number of professional footballers relative to their population. This data suggests that young aspiring...

F1 bosses want to keep Max Verstappen in the sport and hold multiple talks: ‘I don’t want to leave and hope for improvements this year and next’

Formula 1 leadership is maintaining regular contact with Max Verstappen to ensure the world champion remains committed to the sport. Ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, Verstappen stated he hopes for imp...

Outgoing Haarlem council passes string of decisions after elections, members shocked: ‘Lack of democratic compass’

The outgoing Haarlem municipal council is facing criticism for planning to make several significant decisions on March 26, six days after the local elections. Members from multiple political parties h...