The Dutch royal family has shared a photo on social media expressing their excitement for the national King's Day celebrations in Dokkum. The post, released by the Government Information Service, features King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and their three daughters. The royal couple included a message in both Dutch and Frisian to mark the occasion.
Two teenagers in Zandvoort were ordered by enforcement officers to stop selling coffee and soft drinks at a local King's Day flea market. The boys, aged 16 and 13, were told to dismantle their stall because they were charging one euro for the beverages. The incident caused a stir among those attending the traditional holiday event.
A 16-year-old girl from Haarlem has been convicted of public violence and assault for an incident in Velsen. The court's decision follows reports that the victims have been left afraid to go outside due to the attacks.
King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam have started with sunny weather and a festive atmosphere. Large crowds have taken to the streets under clear blue skies to celebrate the national holiday.
Police in Arnhem arrested 17 people during King's Night for offenses including assault, public order disturbances, and insults. Municipal enforcers were also busy addressing cases of public urination, though city attendance was lower than the previous year.
Koninklijke HFC has signed 25-year-old defender Fons Gemmel from Swift for the upcoming season. The former AZ player returns to the Second Division after recovering from a serious knee injury.