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164 handmade suits for Amsterdam's Pieten lost in fire: 'It's a financial blow'

164 handmade suits for Amsterdam's Pieten lost in fire: 'It's a financial blow'

Over 160 handcrafted costumes for Sinterklaas assistants in Amsterdam were destroyed in a dry cleaner fire this summer. The loss represents a major financial setback, leaving organizers with an urgent need to secure replacements before the holiday season.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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