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Cyclist crashes through rear window of car that stopped for crossing geese

A cyclist crashed through the rear window of a car in Cruquius after the driver stopped for crossing geese. The cyclist was transported to the hospital, while the driver tested negative for alcohol an...

Bruno Mars afterparty at Jimmy Woo called a disgrace and a total scam

Seniors and parents with young children have a special hour at Boerhaavebad: No splashing around here

During the summer holidays, the Boerhaavebad in Haarlem is offering a special morning session every Monday for seniors and parents with young children. This additional hour provides a quieter environm...

Street soccer tournament at Santpoort village festival continues thanks to RKVV Velsen and SRO Velsen: 'It would be a shame if it stopped'

A decades-old street soccer tradition at the Santpoort village festival was saved after RKVV Velsen and SRO Velsen stepped in to organize the event. The collaboration ensures the tournament continues ...

Feline from Heemstede survives rare brain infection and rebuilds her life as beauty pageant finalist

After surviving a rare and aggressive brain inflammation that required intensive hospitalization and rehabilitation, 22-year-old Feline Kuik from Heemstede has reached the finals of a national beauty ...

Living small, dreaming big: 4 properties you can get for under 300k in Amsterdam

Finding an affordable home in Amsterdam is often challenging due to high property prices. This article highlights four available properties priced under three hundred thousand euros, offering tips on ...

Water board warns against dogs with flea collars in ditches and launches campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest: 'It is harmful to nature'

The Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier (HHNK) has launched a campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest to warn residents about the environmental damage caused by flea collars and treatments on pets. ...

Neighborhood shocked by stabbing in IJburg: "The atmosphere here sometimes shifts"

A 38-year-old man was left in critical condition following a stabbing incident that occurred during a large street brawl on IJburg in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening. Police are currently investigating t...

Getting married on a Friday is much more expensive in Haarlem than average

Getting married on a Friday in Haarlem costs 864.50 euros, which is significantly higher than the national average in the Netherlands. Data from The Perfect Wedding shows that only one other municipal...

Robert and Natasha travel by camper along the fourth stage of the Tour de France: "The wildfires are far away"

Robert and Natasha Viljoen are traveling with their daughter in a camper to watch the fourth stage of the Tour de France on July 7. Despite wildfires currently burning in the Aude department where the...

Doubles measures are a blow to Wimbledon winner Sem Verbeek

Dutch tennis player Sem Verbeek was eliminated in the round of 16 of the men's doubles at Wimbledon alongside his partner Sander Gille. Verbeek expressed significant concern regarding potential ATP pl...

Wedding costs have risen significantly this year compared to last year

Wedding costs in the Netherlands have risen significantly this year compared to the previous year. Expenses vary depending on the municipality and the day of the week, with weekend weddings being the ...

An XXL frikandel and a beer at 7 a.m. and nobody bats an eye. Welcome to the 'deunontbijt' in Uitgeest

Early in the morning in Uitgeest, residents gathered at a local cafeteria to enjoy an unusual breakfast of snacks like XXL-frikandellen paired with beer. The event, known as a 'deunontbijt,' drew a la...

In the Purmerend of Provence

As the summer travel season begins, the neighborhood is bustling with residents preparing for their vacations. The author reflects on the common social ritual of discussing upcoming holiday destinatio...

Piet (92) has lived in his grandmother Maria's house since birth — one of two Marias on the street

Piet, a 92-year-old resident, has lived in his grandmother's house on the Julianakade in IJmuiden since he was born. The street is notable for its houses named after women, including three houses that...

Video | Norwegian princess hugs Haaland in dressing room after World Cup win

Royal family to celebrate King's Day in Lelystad next year

King Willem-Alexander and his family will celebrate King's Day in Lelystad next year. This annual national holiday commemorates the King's birthday.

Historical guided tour of Oud-Velsen

A guided historical tour of the village of Oud-Velsen, located along the North Sea Canal, will take place on July 12. The event is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM.

K3 singer Hanne Verbruggen expecting second child

K3 singer Hanne Verbruggen has announced that she is expecting her second child. The 32-year-old shared the news by posting a picture of her ultrasound on Instagram.

Behind every object in Dirk’s (64) house lies a story: Things just cross my path

Frank committed to future of Uitgeest Harmony: 'Every child should actually play an instrument'

Frank Snijder has been a dedicated member of the Uitgeester Harmonie band for over fifty years, playing the trombone. He advocates for music education, expressing his belief that every child should ha...

Paracetamol yes, ibuprofen better not: these items are essential in your travel first-aid kit

General practitioner Stefan Morreel and pharmacist Valérie Noots offer advice on which essential medications should be included in a travel kit. They emphasize that while some items are necessary for...

Why does Hudson's Bay still stand on 'our' old V&D building? The letters are annoying

Residents of Haarlem are expressing frustration that the Hudson's Bay signage remains on the former V&D building. The persistence of these letters continues to irritate the local community.

Vacation takes you out of your familiar daily routine, and that's a good thing

Psychologist Thijs Launspach explains why taking a break from your daily routine by going on vacation is beneficial for your mental health. He encourages stepping outside of one's familiar environment...

Spain expects 100 million foreign tourists despite fires and heat

Spain expects to welcome 100 million foreign tourists this year, according to Tourism Minister Jordi Hereu. Despite concerns regarding rising summer temperatures and wildfires, the country continues t...

Video | Bruno Mars cycles onto the stage in the ArenA wearing an orange scarf

They change how you look at identity, freedom and the everyday: these 10 creative talents have the chance to showcase their work in Het Parool

Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (July 6 - July 13)

Multiple road construction projects are taking place in Haarlem from July 6 to July 13. Various locations, including Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, will experience partial closures during this per...

Should I spend thousands on home renovations? It might be useful, or it could be a waste of money

The author is contemplating whether it is financially wise to invest thousands of euros in home renovations as things in their house continue to break down. They express uncertainty about whether such...

Footballer Rai Vloet finds new club in South Africa after prison sentence

Dutch footballer Rai Vloet has signed a contract with South African club Cape Town City FC following his prison sentence. The duration of his agreement with the club based in Cape Town remains undiscl...