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81-year-old Jan Hoogenwerf reflects on his life in Oslo sixty years after moving there from his hometown of Haarlem. Despite his long residency in Norway, he maintains a strong connection to his Dutch roots through memories and mementos of the city he left behind.

Organizations including Monumentenbezit are threatening to appeal to the Council of State if plans for three villas next to the Ruïne van Brederode in Santpoort-Zuid proceed. Opponents argue that the development project only benefits the developer and negatively impacts the historical site's surroundings.

BeterBuren has launched a pilot program in Amsterdam to provide specialized training for volunteer mediators dealing with increasingly complex neighbor disputes involving mental health issues or cultural barriers. Although overall reports are declining, complex cases now represent 30% of conflicts, necessitating skills to better manage sensitive situations without replacing professional aid. The organization will evaluate the pilot's success at the end of the year to determine if more mediators should receive the training.

The third edition of the 'Rise & Rave' event will take place on Tuesday, June 9th, at Copper Branch in Haarlem, offering a morning dance party with coffee and croissants before the workday begins. These alcohol-free morning raves are becoming a popular alternative to traditional nightlife for young people in the city.