VVD councilors in Haarlem claim that homeowners receive inadequate information about rat prevention from builders during home renovations. Despite calls from council members Dennis Kornet and Ruben Terol for government intervention, the local alderman has refused to take action.
To help residents cope with high temperatures, the city of Haarlem has provided an overview of local indoor and outdoor cooling spots. People can visit various air-conditioned public locations, churches, and shaded parks throughout the city to escape the heat.
Pride Haarlem will be held from July 11 to 19, focusing on diversity, equality, and the freedom to be oneself within the LGBTQIA+ community. The week features various activities throughout the city, including a Pride March on July 18 starting from Stationsplein.
Els van der Heijden, who was expected to live only until age 10 due to a rare genetic disease, has reached the age of 62. Despite her diagnosis, she built a career, experienced love, and successfully overcame breast cancer.
Boule de Boule has opened in Amsterdam as the city's first vegan ice cream and wine salon located in the Stopera. The venue represents the growing trend of innovative and plant-based culinary concepts emerging across the Dutch capital.
Online retailer bol and candy store chain Jamin have halted sales of popular squishy dumpling toys following research by a Flemish toxicologist. The study suggests the products may contain potentially carcinogenic substances.