Netherlands News in English
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Dorien Keus (43) brings God and people together as Beverwijk’s new minister. ‘My faith is one way to reach God’
Dorien Keus, a 43-year-old from Amstelveen, will be installed as the new pastor for the Protestant Congregation of Beverwijk-Wijk aan Zee this Sunday. This marks her first time serving in the ministry...
Netherlands boycotts Eurovision, but Dutch fans do not
Despite a lack of interest from Dutch television viewers and an official boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest, many fans from the Netherlands have traveled to Vienna for the event. NU.nl interviewed...
Vandalized statue on Houtplein in Haarlem to be restored: "We won't be defeated"
The 'Hirondelle' sculpture on Houtplein in Haarlem is being repaired after it was intentionally vandalized in mid-April. Stichting de Beeldengalerij and artist Jackie Sleper have launched a crowdfundi...
Chantal Janzen replaces Martijn Krabbé as host of Kopen Zonder Kijken
Chantal Janzen will take over as the presenter for the tenth season of the RTL television program Kopen Zonder Kijken, succeeding Martijn Krabbé. The announcement was made by Krabbé on Instagram and...
Cat clubbing and bouncy castles: Fun in the party tent as Wijk aan Zee celebrates. ‘This is the real festival feeling’
The second day of the Meifestival in Wijk aan Zee saw large crowds gather at the Dorpsweide for various festivities, including traditional games and live music. Attendees enjoyed a vibrant festival at...
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers celebrate American folk; 'Not technically complex music, very accessible'
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers will perform a program of accessible American Appalachian folk songs at De Pletterij on Friday, May 15. Singer Jodi Gilbert describes the music as everyday songs abo...
Where is the leadership?
Protests against a proposed asylum seeker center in Loosdrecht have escalated, leading police to use water cannons to disperse demonstrators. As calls for further national protests grow, the situation...
How to ensure children exercise safely and healthily? 'Only training in the gym is too one-sided'
Experts warn that children's physical activity is often too limited or specialized, which can lead to injuries and decreased motivation. They recommend prioritizing a variety of movements and sports o...
New executive and plans receive broad support from Hillegom council; only CDA and HvH vote against ‘Making Hillegom together’
The Hillegom municipal council has expressed broad support for the new local governing agreement titled "Hillegom maken we samen," with 16 out of 19 members voting in favor. Only the political parties...
Teenagers (15 and 17) arrested for robbery in Hoofddorp
Police have arrested two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, for a robbery at a tobacco shop in Hoofddorp that took place on April 4. The suspects, who are from Amsterdam and Haarlemmermeer, fled the scene on ...
Cleanup operation in Pelsstraat and other Velsen streets: From sweeping and pruning to cleaning gutters
A street cleaning initiative has launched in Velsen-Noord, affecting Pelsstraat and other local streets with temporary parking restrictions. The maintenance program includes activities such as sweepin...
Minors arrested for armed robbery of tobacco shop in Hoofddorp shopping center
Police have arrested two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, in connection with an armed robbery of a tobacco shop in Hoofddorp that occurred on April 4. The suspects, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlemmermee...
Haarlem Baseball Week forced to reschedule again after Dominican Republic withdrawal
The Dominican Republic national baseball team has withdrawn from the Haarlem Baseball Week shortly before the tournament's start due to financial reasons. This late cancellation forces organizers to a...
Construction ban on luxury chalets? Province and municipality face off in court
The province of North Holland and the municipality of Bloemendaal are heading to court on May 29 to resolve a dispute over the construction of 350 luxury chalets at MarinaParken. While the province de...
Public Prosecution Service investigates years of child abuse in Groningen
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service is investigating the systematic abuse of two children, aged six and seven, in Groningen. The victims were allegedly mistreated by their mothers over the course of ...
Making Spanish Pata Negra ham in Hoorn: 'A matter of opening and closing windows'
Restaurant Marque in Hoorn is producing its own pata negra ham by aging black-footed pig legs in its attic. The process follows traditional Spanish methods, relying on specific ventilation techniques ...
Rotterdam commemorates 1940 German bombardment
Rotterdam commemorated the 86th anniversary of the May 14, 1940, bombardment by Nazi Germany that devastated the city center. The attack resulted in nearly 900 deaths and left approximately 80,000 res...
Three boys arrested in Haarlem for attempted fatbike theft thanks to police dogs
Three boys were arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday night after being caught red-handed attempting to steal a fatbike. Following a brief chase, the suspects hid in a nearby park but were quickly located ...
Haarlem men (31 and 33) acquitted of sexual assault and rape due to insufficient evidence
Two men from Haarlem, aged 31 and 33, have been acquitted of charges related to the rape and sexual assault of a woman. The court ruled that there was insufficient evidence to secure a conviction agai...
Laugh at names like Divine, Prosper, or Marvelous, but Danielle Kliwon cherishes the warmth of Precious in the corporate football world
In her column, Danielle Kliwon discusses the significance of unique footballer names, such as defender Precious Ugwu, in the professional sports world. She highlights how these names provide a sense o...
Addictive painkillers stolen from hospitals and pharmacies and sold
The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate has confirmed that heavy painkillers stolen from hospitals and pharmacies are being sold on the black market. This announcement follows investigative repor...
More arrests at protest against emergency shelter in Apeldoorn
Police arrested five individuals on Wednesday evening during a protest against emergency housing for asylum seekers in Apeldoorn. The demonstration is part of a series of recurring protests in the cit...
Heat pump dilemma: hybrid or all-electric. ‘We have a 1955 house that could be a very interesting case’
Over fifty people attended an information market at the Cunera primary school in Bakkum to discuss the transition to hybrid and all-electric heat pumps. The event featured presentations from the CALor...
Telstar fans watch crucial match on big screen at Buko Stadium
Telstar will face FC Volendam this Sunday in a decisive match to determine which team remains in the Eredivisie. Fans can gather to watch the game on a large screen at the Buko-stadion, as the loser w...
Haarlem coalition sacrifices old Werf Conrad administration building for housing: ‘Grandeur will not return’
The Haarlem city coalition has decided to demolish the 1897 Werf Conrad administration building to make way for new housing along the Spaarne. Although the building's historical remains were recently ...
Stopping weight loss injections isn't that simple, say studies and doctors: Weight returns to starting point
Medical experts and recent studies caution that weight loss medication often leads to a yo-yo effect, with many users returning to their original weight after stopping treatment. Surgeon Justin van de...
Community farm Nieuweweg is a great success, but the end seems near. ‘This is unsustainable’
The neighborhood farm on Nieuweweg in Haarlem's Reinaldapark is a commercial success but faces potential closure due to unsustainable operating conditions. Operators Ruben Heineman and Sarai Maëla ha...
RIVM: Passengers on 2nd and 3rd Hondius repatriation flights test negative
Passengers on the second and third repatriation flights from the cruise ship Hondius have tested negative for the hantavirus. The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) ...
Haarlem festival on the unknown sides of sex symbol Marilyn Monroe: 'A smart businesswoman who protected gay actors'
Hans Goes and Lisa Cobelens are organizing a festival in Haarlem dedicated to the lesser-known aspects of Marilyn Monroe's life. The event will highlight her role as a savvy businesswoman and advocate...
ATM bombing in De Pijp, one explosive fails to detonate
An ATM at the intersection of Van Woustraat and Ceintuurbaan in Amsterdam was targeted in an explosion early this morning, causing significant damage. One explosive failed to detonate and was later sa...