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Do it before it's too late: indebuurt is giving away cool prizes and time is running out

The Dutch local news platform indebuurt is celebrating its tenth anniversary by hosting a prize giveaway for its readers. This is the final opportunity for users to participate and enter for a chance ...

'Family association' Onze Gezellen has been a symbol of sportsmanship in Haarlem-Noord for a century: 'We want to be the club where everyone is welcome and can play sports in their own way'

The multi-sport club Onze Gezellen is celebrating a century of promoting sportsmanship and inclusivity in Haarlem-Noord. Known as OG, the association offers five disciplines including baseball, footba...

Boshoekgirls friend group: Anja, Karin, Marika, Ellen and Rian left school without a final musical

A group of five lifelong friends, known as the 'Boshoekgirls,' share the story of their enduring bond that began during their primary school years. Now in their late fifties, the women reflect on thei...

Megan Thee Stallion to make Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge

American artist Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical starting in late March. She is set to perform the role of Harold Zidler for a limited eight-week engagemen...

Housing group soon without a home, splitting up is not an option: May is getting very close

The De Nieuwe Ark residential group in Haarlem is urgently seeking a new home because their current building is scheduled for demolition on May 31. The group, which includes residents with disabilitie...

More 18-year-olds in Haarlem bought a car in 2025 than in 2010

In 2025, more 18-year-olds in Haarlem purchased cars compared to 2010, with all transactions involving second-hand vehicles. Data from RDC indicates that Peugeot was the most popular brand among these...

Gorillaz take you on an intriguing eclectic and spiritual journey through India with The Mountain

Ferry documentary producer reacts to controversy for the first time: 'Not taken lightly'

Producer Sascha Visser has addressed the controversy surrounding a documentary about Ferry Doedens, who has struggled with addiction for years. In response to criticism regarding the ethics of filming...

Video | Queen Máxima speaks with attendees at iftar gathering in Scheveningen

A child is made in an instant, but parenting requires no degree: ‘If you ask me, parents are just winging it’

The theater performance 'Ouderpardon' will be staged at de Schuur in Haarlem on February 27 and 28. The production explores the complexities of parenting and the fact that no formal qualifications are...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (February 27 - March 1)

Haarlem offers various activities for the weekend of February 27 to March 1, including theater visits and dancing. The tips also highlight an opportunity to find unique collectibles for enthusiasts du...

When your child doesn't want to play with another: ‘Respect your child's boundaries’

Playing together is essential for social development, but parents often feel concerned when their child avoids playdates or is not invited by others. The article suggests that parents should respect t...

Sjaak Balkenende says goodbye to his Bruna store in Zandvoort: ‘Customer friendliness has always been my driving force’

After nearly 30 years, Sjaak Balkenende is retiring from his Bruna bookstore in Zandvoort. He was recently honored with a golden appreciation pin for his long-standing entrepreneurship and commitment ...

Queen Máxima visits Appeltje winner Takecarebnb

Queen Máxima visited Takecarebnb, a foundation that matches status holders with host families. During the visit, the Queen discussed the integration process and shared her own experiences as a migran...

Italian woman who broke her ankle while working from home receives compensation

An Italian woman has been awarded compensation after breaking her ankle while working from home. Although the insurance company initially denied the claim because the accident occurred at her residenc...

Study: children playing outdoors more often, major differences by location

Recent research by Jantje Beton and Spelen & Bewegen indicates that children are spending slightly more time playing outdoors, with a current average of 7.6 hours per week. Although this shows a minor...

Half of high school students afraid to use the toilet: 'Too dirty and unsafe to poop'

Approximately half of secondary school students avoid using school toilets because they are considered dirty and unsafe. This behavior frequently leads to health problems such as stomach pain as stude...

Boy George could represent San Marino at Eurovision Song Contest

Boy George, the lead singer of Culture Club, has been named a finalist in San Marino's national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. If he wins the selection, he will represent the microstate in...

No fire in house, but comfort bear for toddler

Emergency services responded to a report of a possible house fire in Velsen-Noord on Thursday afternoon, which proved to be a false alarm. While no fire was found, responders gave a comfort bear to a ...

The ordeal I wouldn't have wanted to miss

Two friends embarked on a 253-kilometer cycling journey to Gulpen, only to find their destination hotel had gone bankrupt. On the return trip, one of the cyclists decided to take a train from Dordrech...

Tip: Sip, stomp, and swing in North during the Amsterdam Wine Festival

The Amsterdam Wine Festival is being held in Amsterdam Noord, featuring hundreds of wines from the Southern Hemisphere. The event allows visitors to celebrate the harvest season and enjoy a festive at...

Theater maker Jantien Fick: ‘In the city, people increasingly struggle with the behavior of others’

Parents surprised by voting passes for 16- and 17-year-olds, but it's not a mistake

Parents in Amsterdam were surprised to receive voting passes for their 16 and 17-year-old children, but city officials clarified that this is not a mistake. Following a 2021 council decision, minors a...

Amsterdam to get dedicated bicycle bridge to Zeeburgereiland

Amsterdam is planning to construct a dedicated bicycle bridge next to the existing Amsterdamsebrug to facilitate travel to Zeeburgereiland. The new bridge is intended to alleviate congestion, as curre...

Dancer from Vennep pursues dream on TV show Project Dans: Sophie, you can do this!

Sophie van der Heide, a 26-year-old dance teacher from Nieuw-Vennep, has been selected as one of twelve contestants for the new season of the television show Project Dans on NPO 1. After a rigorous pr...

No longer able to smell. How bad is it? Jan van der Meer from Haarlem loses his joy of life

Jan van der Meer, a 67-year-old resident of Haarlem, discovered he has a smell and taste disorder after noticing a change in the scent of his coffee. The condition has significantly impacted his quali...

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Fermenting and pickling are popular again. Ode to the hungry gap

Nathalia Tensen is reviving ancient food preservation techniques like fermentation and pickling in Enkhuizen. These methods, which were historically necessary during the "hungry gap" between harvest s...

Velsen-Noorderlicht: light walk through Velsen-Noord on Friday, March 6

A two-kilometer light walk called Velsen-Noorderlicht will take place in Velsen-Noord on Friday, March 6. The community event proceeds from Huis van de Wijk De Stek to the St. Jozefkerk to promote tog...