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IJmuiden resistance fighter Daan Stapper also commemorated at Duinhof; information on the fallen to be expanded
Information plaques are being installed at 13 war graves in the Duinhof cemetery to commemorate fallen soldiers and resistance fighters. A plaque has already been placed at the grave of Daan Stapper, ...
Charges amended, but suspect denies any involvement in Beverwijk revenge attack
An 18-year-old suspect from IJmuiden appeared in court, denying involvement in a 2025 kidnapping and assault that moved from Beverwijk to Haarlem. The prosecution alleges the incident was a revenge at...
Ewald Engelen gives Freedom Lecture at Haarlem lodge on climate of fear and militarization in Europe
Professor and publicist Ewald Engelen will deliver the annual Freedom Lecture at the Ad Lucem et Pacem lodge in Haarlem on May 18. The lecture will address his critical views on what he describes as a...
More and more employees off on Liberation Day, but costs are rising sharply
An increasing number of collective labor agreements in the Netherlands now designate Liberation Day as an annual paid holiday for employees. However, the employers' association AWVN warns that rising ...
Rijkswaterstaat: Traffic in IJmond flowed well during Wijkertunnel closure, aside from incidents
Traffic in the IJmond region flowed relatively well during the closure of the Wijkertunnel last weekend, according to Rijkswaterstaat. Significant delays were only reported due to a specific incident ...
Six endangered poison dart frogs found in toilet at Schiphol departure hall
Customs officers at Schiphol Airport discovered six endangered poison dart frogs abandoned in a toilet trash can near the departure hall security check. Authorities suspect a traveler attempted to smu...
Disappeared: successful baseball club Haarlem Nicols had a significant debt
The Dutch baseball club Haarlem Nicols, formed through a 1964 merger, is featured in a series highlighting defunct sports organizations. Despite its historical success, the club eventually collapsed a...
Victim kidnapped, assaulted and filmed: Suspect denies involvement in youth violence and wants to go home
A 19-year-old suspect denied involvement in the kidnapping and severe assault of a 23-year-old man during a preliminary court hearing in Alkmaar. The victim was abducted from Beverwijk to Haarlem on S...
Man hit brother with car in Haarlem. Amsterdam man (29) sentenced for attempted aggravated assault and possession of nitrous oxide
A 29-year-old man from Amsterdam was sentenced to five months in prison for intentionally hitting his brother's scooter with a car on the Houtplein in Haarlem in November 2023. The court convicted him...
Minister Heinen: US-EU trade deal must be implemented
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen has emphasized the importance of implementing the trade agreement between the United States and the European Union. His remarks are a response to President Donald T...
Two injured in collision between motorcycle and car at Lijnden intersection
Two people were injured on Monday afternoon following a collision between a motorcycle and a car at an intersection in Lijnden. Both victims were riding the motorcycle and were rushed to the hospital ...
Restaurant of controversial chef Nick Bril regains Michelin stars
The Jane restaurant in Antwerp, led by Dutch chef Nick Bril, has regained its two Michelin stars. The establishment had temporarily lost the culinary honors following its relocation to a new venue.
Part of Gilze-Rijen air base evacuated due to threat
Part of the Gilze-Rijen airbase was evacuated and its main entrance closed following a threat reported by the Royal Military Police. Authorities have not yet disclosed the specific nature of the threa...
Holocaust book Catharina by Frank Krake available free for schools
Publisher Achtbaan is providing 4,000 free copies of Frank Krake's book Catharina to schools for educational purposes. The book recounts the wartime experiences of the Br2%"ucker family, a Jewish tail...
Step aboard during Lifeboat Day in Wijk aan Zee
On Saturday, May 9, the Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution (KNRM) will host its annual Lifeboat Day, opening all 45 of its rescue stations to the public. Donors will have the unique opportunity ...
Allies urged German soldiers to desert but handed them back in IJmuiden
In 1945, IJmuiden served as a strategic fortress within the Atlantic Wall coastal defense line during the final stages of World War II. Despite Allied efforts encouraging German soldiers to desert, th...
Brabant calls on Ministry of Defence to urgently revise drought protocols
The province of North Brabant has urged the Dutch Ministry of Defense to urgently revise its drought protocols following several recent wildfires. While acknowledging the need for military training du...
Organizations call for more support to cope with rising energy prices
Several Dutch industry organizations are calling on the government for increased support to manage rising energy costs. The groups argue that further state intervention is necessary as energy prices h...
Dutch couple who died on cruise were from Haulerwijk
A 69-year-old couple from Haulerwijk, Friesland, passed away while aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius. The husband died on April 11, followed by his wife on April 26, according to a statement released ...
Code yellow issued for showers during Remembrance Day
The KNMI has issued a code yellow weather warning for five Dutch provinces on Monday afternoon and evening due to heavy rain and local thunderstorms. These conditions are expected to impact outdoor Re...
'Gerrit-Jan, 27' remembered at Hoogovens memorial: Young IJmuiden local at center of annual gathering
The annual commemoration for Hoogovens steel plant employees who died during World War II was held, featuring a lengthy reading of names. This year's ceremony specifically highlighted the story of Ger...
War is a distant reality for young people, but Holocaust knowledge is more necessary than ever
Teachers are increasingly reporting that students are bringing Holocaust misinformation from social media and AI into the classroom. This trend underscores the growing difficulty for youth to distingu...
Plant market at Wickevoorter Urban Farmers in Cruquius: from verbena to lettuce plants
A plant market will be held at Wickevoorter Stadsboeren in Cruquius on Saturday, May 9. The event will offer a variety of options for gardeners, ranging from verbena to lettuce plants.
Ali B will not be present at Thursday's appeal verdict in sex crimes case
Rapper Ali B will not be present in court this Thursday for the verdict in his sexual assault appeal case. His lawyer confirmed his absence but did not provide a specific reason why the 44-year-old wi...
Haarlem Comic Days spotlights heroines
The "Badass, now is the time for real heroines!" exhibition at Stripdagen Haarlem will showcase female comic book characters. The event is free to the public on May 29 and 30 at the Hart cultural cent...
Spring picnic peer support drop-in WITH Each Other in Assumburg Park
The organization 'Lotgenoteninloop MET Elkaar' is hosting a spring picnic on May 13th at Park Assumburg for individuals affected by cancer and the general public. Following the success of previous eve...
Air raid sirens go off in several locations despite May 4th
Air raid sirens were heard in several locations across the Netherlands on Monday, May 4, at noon, despite government regulations prohibiting tests on that day. The incident occurred in areas such as R...
Romania tightens art loan policy after Drents Museum theft
Romania is tightening its national heritage loan policies following the theft of Romanian art treasures from the Drents Museum in the Netherlands. State Secretary of Culture Diana-Ștefana Baciuna ann...
Implementation of paid parking in Haarlem delayed by three months. 'We want to work carefully'
The large-scale rollout of paid parking in Haarlem has been delayed from late 2026 until March 2027. City aldermen stated that the shift in schedule is necessary to ensure a careful implementation pro...
Steve's social life comes to a standstill when his mobility scooter breaks down, yet Medipoint fails to act
Steve, a 72-year-old man, has become housebound and unable to care for his dog after his essential mobility scooter broke down. Despite his total dependence on the vehicle for his social life, the ser...