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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...

Bike tour with cultural historian Karen past the heritage gems in Haarlem's suburbs: ‘They have stories just as interesting as the city center’

Cultural historian Karen Schenk is organizing bicycle tours this spring to explore historical heritage sites in the suburbs of Haarlem. These tours aim to demonstrate that areas outside the city cente...

Learn to identify trees during free bud walk in the Haarlemmerhout, the oldest city forest in the Netherlands

IVN Zuid-Kennemerland is organizing a free tree identification walk on March 8th in the Haarlemmerhout, the oldest urban forest in the Netherlands. Participants will learn to recognize trees without t...

Instagram to warn parents if child shows interest in suicide

Instagram's parent company, Meta, announced that it will notify parents if their children under the age of sixteen frequently search for content related to suicide or self-harm. This new measure is in...

When does sneezing indicate an allergy? ‘Whether 1 or 2 nostrils are blocked determines what you are suffering from’

An allergist explains how to distinguish between symptoms of a common cold and allergies such as hay fever. The expert notes that specific signs, like whether one or both nostrils are congested, can h...

A coffee with Wessel Meijer (Party for Affordable Living): Self-reliance is the greatest gift

Wessel Meijer, leader of the Party for Affordable Living, outlined his party's platform for the Amsterdam municipal elections, which includes abolishing district committees and promoting self-sufficie...

New Heemskerk skate park opens March 13: 'Proud of this place'

A new skate park located on Cornelis Geelvinckstraat in Heemskerk is nearing completion and will officially open on Friday, March 13. The opening will be marked with a festive celebration to commemora...

Tackling social housing tenants who own property 'complex', priority on those with two homes

Housing associations are prioritizing enforcement against social housing tenants who own multiple properties, particularly those using them for profit. Amsterdam Alderman Zita Pels noted that while ow...

Trial of Norwegian Crown Princess's son at midpoint: what has happened so far

The trial of Marius Borg Høiby, son of the Norwegian Crown Princess, has reached its midpoint with several women testifying about sexual violence and abuse. While Borg Høiby has admitted to some of ...

Pia Douwes opens the door to her true self after forty years

Musical star Pia Douwes is celebrating 40 years in theater and her 60th birthday with a new personality show. The performance explores her life's milestones and the theme of personal reinvention when ...

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Interior Afternoon Haarlem on March 6: Discover Interior Styles from 1875-1945

On Friday, March 6, four experts will host an interior design afternoon at the Rosenstock-Huessy House in Haarlem. The event will explore the historical interior styles of local residential homes dati...

Spring weather fills terraces at Johanna’s Hof

Sunny spring weather during the school holidays drew large crowds to the terraces of Johanna’s Hof in Bakkum. Visitors enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere and popular menu items like pancakes.

Fedde and Vigo collect paper for their scout group. 'We are also selling jackets for our new clubhouse'

Brothers Vigo and Fedde collect old paper in Santpoort using a go-kart to raise money for their scouting group, St. Radboud. In addition to the paper collection, they are also selling vests to fund th...

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My ex gave me Lego for my ‘ADHD brain.’ I only had those bricks on my mind, nothing else

An individual reflects on receiving a Lego set from a former partner as a gift meant to manage their ADHD. The partner suggested that the activity would be beneficial for the author's busy mind.

TV goes black during skating final: wouldn't you lose it?

A television failure during the finale of a speed skating competition can cause significant frustration for viewers missing the finish. The article describes the emotional reaction when technical issu...

Urban farming and sustainable eating increasingly popular (and how you can join in)

Urban farming and sustainable food initiatives are gaining popularity in Amsterdam as ways to contribute to a more sustainable city. The article highlights various local projects and provides tips for...

From shelf stacker to fresh produce manager: Peter from Haarlem marks 50 years at Albert Heijn. 'Back then there was only white and brown bread'

Peter van Agteren from Haarlem is celebrating 50 years of employment at the Albert Heijn supermarket chain, where he began as a shelf stocker in 1975. Now serving as a fresh manager, he reflects on ho...

Returning empty plastic bottles and cans to neighbors for an instant deposit: It’s super accessible

A new initiative allows individuals to return empty plastic bottles and cans to local private collection points to receive their deposit refunds immediately. This system aims to provide a more conveni...

Haarlem Bird Hospital hosts free nature activities for children Wednesday afternoon

The Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem is hosting a free nature activity for children called the 'Creepy Crawly Expedition' on Sunday, March 1st. From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, participants can explore the garden to...

Beware of unnecessary insurance when buying a washing machine or TV

The Dutch Consumers' Association is warning shoppers against purchasing unnecessary insurance policies when buying appliances like washing machines or televisions. These policies are often described a...

Skating in shorts at Boerderij Zorgvrij in Spaarnwoude: ‘And on the first warm day we also have an ice cream’

Residents in Spaarnwoude and Santpoort celebrated the first warm day of the year with outdoor activities like skating and cycling. The arrival of spring weather encouraged locals to visit Boerderij Zo...

Temptation Island returns to Prime Video, hosted by Rijk Hofman

Temptation Island Benelux is returning to Prime Video, with Rijk Hofman and Annelien Coorevits serving as the hosts. Although a specific start date has not yet been announced, the show marks the comeb...

Epic concert film shows Elvis was singer, conductor, comedian and elite athlete

The documentary film 'EPiC' (Elvis Presley In Concert) utilizes archival footage to provide a fresh perspective on the legendary performer's life and career. It highlights Elvis Presley's multifaceted...

'Do I have UF foam in my cavity walls?' Increasing demand for testing

Intra-Air is experiencing a significant increase in requests from Dutch residents concerned about urea-formaldehyde (UF) foam insulation and potential formaldehyde gas exposure in their homes. Althoug...

Two friends start a guesthouse in Portugal with no experience: Another classic Ik Vertrek moment

Dine for less at these Haarlem restaurants during Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week is returning to Haarlem, offering diners the opportunity to eat at participating restaurants for a discounted price over nearly a month and a half. The event allows visitors to explore...

My houseplant is growing well but getting brown, dry spots on the leaves. What is going wrong?

In his weekly column, Farmer Tom addresses a question from Marian Heeremans regarding her Calathea houseplant, which is developing brown, dry spots on its leaves. Despite the plant showing healthy new...

School basketball tournament in IJmuiden-Oost sports hall with free throw competition

The 42nd annual school basketball tournament will take place on Sunday, March 1, at the IJmuiden-Oost sports hall. The event also includes a free throw competition for participants.