haarlemsdagbladMay 22, 2026, 05:14

De Houtvaart swimming pool adds extra opening hours for Pentecost as sunny weather warms the water

The De Houtvaart swimming pool in Haarlem will extend its opening hours during the upcoming Pentecost weekend due to a forecast of warmer weather. After a cold start to the season, temperatures exceeding 20 degrees Celsius are expected to finally increase the water temperature for visitors. Manager Peter Klos noted that the arrival of sunny conditions is timely and beneficial for the outdoor pool's operations.

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Terrace-goers witness wild police chase as fleeing motorcyclist jumps into water

A motorcyclist in his 20s was arrested in Amsterdam on Friday evening following a high-speed police chase through the Marathonweg area. The suspect attempted to escape by jumping into the water at Olympiakade but was eventually surrounded and detained by officers in front of crowded outdoor terraces.

Hans Klok (57) seeks international breakthrough after tough period, sacrificing everything including his marriage

At age 57, Dutch illusionist Hans Klok is making a renewed effort to achieve international fame, aiming to join the ranks of legendary magicians like Houdini and David Copperfield. Klok is prioritizing this career goal despite the personal sacrifices involved, including the potential impact on his marriage.

Maurice de Hond invited, but not the leader of elderly care: ‘It hurts that we are once again not being heard’

The invitation policy of the Dutch COVID-19 commission has drawn criticism for failing to include the former chairwoman of the association for geriatric specialists. She expressed disappointment that the 'silent disaster' in nursing homes is being overlooked again, while other figures like Maurice de Hond have been invited to testify.

Dozens of windows smashed at ING office in Amsterdam-Southeast, targeted once again

Dozens of windows were smashed and red paint was smeared on an ING bank office in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, marking the latest in a series of vandalism incidents against the bank's locations. While the damage was likely caused by a claw hammer, police investigations are ongoing and previous arrests have not yet led to convictions. ING has condemned the actions, which follow similar protests by climate and pro-Palestinian activists at various bank offices across the city.

Unions threaten industrial action at Schiphol security

The Dutch unions FNV, CNV, and De Unie have threatened industrial action at Schiphol Airport security firm I-SEC over unresolved scheduling issues. The company has been given one week to address these problems before actions are initiated at the airport.