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No machines, but a scythe: these volunteers help the municipality with green maintenance

Volunteers in Amsterdam have established the Zeiscollectief Amsterdam foundation to perform green maintenance using traditional scythes in areas inaccessible to heavy machinery. This eco-friendly method helps preserve local biodiversity and soil quality while allowing for better coordination with the municipality. The foundation also aims to recruit and train new volunteers to maintain the city's parks and natural spaces.

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Home raid in Heemskerk

On Wednesday afternoon, the FIOD, Customs, and police conducted a joint raid on a residence in Heemskerk. The investigation took place at a home located on Aletta Jacobsstraat.

Samuel (21) was addicted to snus: ‘Looking back, it's disgusting’

An investigation by AD Rotterdams Dagblad has revealed that snus is widely available in Rotterdam despite being illegal and highly addictive for young people. Samuel, a 21-year-old who recently quit using the nicotine pouches, shared how his addiction negatively impacted his stress management. The pouches remain popular among youth even though their sale is prohibited.

New location for packed flea market and fair in Parkwijk with more than 220 stalls

The annual flea market and bazaar in Parkwijk will take place on Saturday, June 6, featuring over 220 stalls. Due to the upcoming demolition of the Beatrixplein shopping center, the event has been moved to a new location in the northern part of the neighborhood.

5 murals in Delftwijk and East

The City of Haarlem, in collaboration with art platform 37PK and Elan Wonen, is commissioning five new murals in the Delftwijk and Haarlem Oost neighborhoods this summer. Funded by a €100,000 budget, the project features site-specific themes and involves local residents through creative workshops. The completed artworks are expected to be unveiled between August and October.

Which Haarlem resident deserves a royal decoration, in your opinion?

The City of Haarlem is inviting residents to nominate fellow citizens for royal decorations to recognize their long-term voluntary contributions to society. Eligible nominees include volunteers and caregivers who serve the community without pay, with a submission deadline of July 1, 2026.