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Castricum contractor Twisk Bouw closes its doors for good: Not out of necessity, but because they can

Castricum-based construction company Twisk Bouw is closing permanently after 33 years of operation. Owner Wim Twisk decided to shut down the business voluntarily to spend more time with his family rat...

Patient on Tuesday, doctor on Wednesday

A doctor describes their experience of undergoing surgery on a scheduled day off and returning to work the very next day. By opting for local anesthesia instead of general anesthesia, the doctor was a...

Brad Pitt in Amsterdam? Even the most level-headed locals turn into hysterical fans

Brad Pitt was spotted walking along the canals in Amsterdam this week, appearing incognito with messy hair. His presence caused a rare wave of excitement among locals who typically remain indifferent ...

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'I've had so many problems already, and now this.' Driver crashes through facade leaving destruction for Bert (71) from Beverwijk

On Wednesday evening, a car crashed through the facade of 71-year-old Bert de Gilder's home in Beverwijk, causing extensive damage. The collision occurred shortly after the homeowner had completed ren...

Our cars, clothes and homes must go green faster: 'The time is now'

Greening the economy through the reuse of materials in sectors like housing and transportation is essential to meeting 2050 climate goals. While scientists argue that government intervention is requir...

Municipality misses athletics track maintenance deadline: AV'23 club temporarily closed

New-build homes popular among seniors, creating space in the market

Between 2018 and 2024, seniors aged 55 and older purchased more than a quarter of all new-build homes and over half of all new apartments. This trend has helped free up the housing market, as this dem...

Flower shop Ivy leaves Leidseplein after 126 years: ‘I’m done’

Open House Day in Haarlem: 120 homes open for viewing

This Saturday, prospective homebuyers can visit 120 houses in Haarlem without an appointment during the national Open House Day. According to the listing site Funda, an additional 170 properties are a...

Major power outage in Haarlem at the moment

A significant power outage in Haarlem has left more than 3,000 households and 25 streets without electricity. The disruption has lasted for nearly thirty minutes and is currently ongoing.

Scouting Brigitta Explorers raise money for summer camp with flea market

Scouting Brigitta is hosting its annual flea market on Saturday, March 28. The event aims to raise funds to support the group's upcoming summer camp.

Dalí College Heemskerk opens doors for prospective students: 'A huge turnout right away'

Seventh and eighth-grade students visited Dalí College in Heemskerk this week to explore the campus during an application event for prospective secondary school students. The event saw a high turnout...

Chewing gum that tastes like chili or chorizo: a look inside the BenBits factory

The BenBits factory in Heerhugowaard is experimenting with plastic-free chewing gum featuring unconventional savory flavors such as BBQ, chili, and chorizo. The company aims to push the boundaries of ...

Exercise path in forest next to Bennebroek psychiatric clinic for patients and residents

A new walking path with fitness and strength exercises has opened in the Lokhorsterduin forest area in Bennebroek. The facility is located next to the Westerpoort psychiatric clinic and is open to bot...

Two suspects (17 and 30) arrested for massive fireworks that caused Ajax-Groningen to be abandoned

Police have arrested two suspects, aged 17 and 30, for inciting a massive fireworks display during an Ajax-Groningen football match on November 30. The incident, involving approximately 150 supporters...

In the alternative reality where a Redditor rewrote the rules, Patrick Brouwer is firmly at the top

A recent draw between Feyenoord and Ajax in 'De Klassieker' serves as an example of how football statistics like xG do not always reflect the actual quality of a match. Despite data suggesting an acti...

Haarlem houseboat resident's bid for Spaarne mooring rejected

The highest administrative court in the Netherlands has issued a final ruling against a Haarlem houseboat resident seeking a different mooring on the Spaarne river. The court determined it lacks the l...

KI/KI at Ziggo Dome not once, but twice during ADE

Meilands return to TV on RTL: 'Started to itch'

The Meiland family has signed an exclusive contract with RTL and Videoland, marking their return to television after announcing their retirement earlier this year. The reality TV stars decided to make...

Low testosterone: real condition or marketing hype?

Medical experts Marij Dinkelman-Smit and Gert Dohle examine whether the rising concern over low testosterone levels on social media is a genuine medical issue or a marketing trend. They address common...

Flea market returns to Haarlem's Botermarkt every Wednesday

The flea market has returned to the Botermarkt in Haarlem following its winter break. Visitors can browse the various stalls every Wednesday from 9 AM until approximately 3 PM.

Exploding scuba tank killed diving instructor, prosecutors demand fine: ‘The valve didn't actually fit’

Oak processionary caterpillars emerge earlier than ever due to heat and sun

The first oak processionary caterpillars of the spring have been spotted in the Netherlands, appearing earlier than ever before due to warm and sunny weather. These sightings were reported in Hengelo ...

Ali B's lawyer seeks acquittal in Heiloo rape case

The lawyer for rapper Ali B has requested an acquittal from the Amsterdam court of appeal regarding charges of sexual assault and rape. The allegations stem from an incident involving a woman during a...

Principled Max Verstappen sends message by dismissing reporter and settles old score once again

Max Verstappen dismissed an English journalist during a media session in Japan, signaling he had reached his limit with the reporter's conduct. The incident was not part of a calculated media strategy...

Barbara Sloesen and Joost Hofman regular columnists for new magazine LINDA.mini

Actress Barbara Sloesen and musician Joost Hofman have been named as regular columnists for the new magazine LINDA.mini, which is aimed at parents of young children. The couple will contribute a duo c...

Will Leonie Hijne of Bonhoeffer College be named 'Sustainable Teacher' of the Year? 'It started when I harvested vegetables with the class at De Zanderij'

Leonie Hijne, a teacher at the Bonhoeffercollege in Castricum, is a nominee for the Sustainable Teacher of the Year 2026 award. The winner will be announced on March 26 during a ceremony at the Musis ...

Spaarnwoude climbing wall gets new routes as current ones don't 'flow well': 'Perfect intro to outdoor climbing, but 5a minimum required'

Bjørn Vogelaar and Jim Wessels from Haarlem have been hired to create new routes and update existing ones at the Spaarnwoude climbing wall in Velsen-Zuid. The project aims to improve the climbing exp...

Caprera park reopens, deceased dog did not have Weil's disease

Caprera hiking park in Bloemendaal has reopened after a two-day closure sparked by fears that a dog had died from Weil’s disease. Further investigation confirmed the dog did not have the bacterial i...