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From 'Do we have money to spare?' to 'it brings cooling to the city': Haarlem deeply divided over restoring filled-in canals

A poll regarding the restoration of water to Haarlem's filled-in canals resulted in a nearly equal split among 1,135 respondents. The "disagree" camp won by a single vote, reflecting deep public divis...

Even though Michaëlla Krajicek has retired and turned to padel, the online tennis hate continues

Former professional tennis player Michaëlla Krajicek has transitioned to padel and is currently making her debut at the Dutch National Championships. In an interview, she discusses balancing her new ...

Tens of thousands of volunteers clean up trash in the area

Tens of thousands of volunteers participated in the 24th National Cleanup Day on Saturday, collecting litter across the Netherlands. Organized by Verpact, the event saw over 1,500 registered cleaning ...

Which energy contract is best right now and how to keep costs under control

Rising energy and fuel prices are impacting consumers as the war with Iran disrupts global oil production and transport. The article explores strategies for managing household energy costs and selecti...

From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games

Mitch Kolkman, a 23-year-old triathlete from Haarlem, has moved from Sittard to Girona, Spain, to prepare for the upcoming season and the Los Angeles Olympics. Despite his transition to the new traini...

Customers travel from far and wide to Budget Food in Beverwijk: 'They sometimes save forty euros a week on groceries'

Budget Food in Beverwijk's Wijkerbaan shopping center attracts customers from across the province of North Holland by selling surplus supermarket goods at significant discounts. Shoppers report saving...

Top chef Nico Koji Miyahira now prepares meals as a volunteer at Hospice De Heideberg: ‘If I can still contribute to this final stage of life, I want to do that’

Nico Koji Miyahira, a 37-year-old professional chef from Haarlem, has begun volunteering to prepare high-quality meals for residents at Hospice De Heideberg in Santpoort-Noord. Inspired by his childho...

Maarten and Mariska returned to Amsterdam: ‘I couldn't even grab a coffee there in the morning’

1950s herring stall conflict: how the herring tradition survived despite everything

Asma El Morabit (43) teaches ‘her’ boys to get their diplomas, knowing firsthand how difficult it is without one

Activist and politician Saar Boerlage dies aged 93

Renowned activist and politician Saar Boerlage has passed away at the age of 93. She served as an Amsterdam city councilor for multiple parties and was a former national chair of the Pacifist Socialis...

German gas station displays wrong diesel price, customers want to fill 1,000-liter tanks

A pricing error at a gas station in Bünde, Germany, caused long queues overnight after diesel was mistakenly listed at just 1.20 euros per liter. Dozens of drivers flocked to the station to take adva...

Rob Kemps on final Snollebollekes GelreDome shows: 'Considered quitting'

Rob Kemps admitted he briefly regretted the decision to end his Snollebollekes concert series at the GelreDome in Arnhem. As he prepared for the final shows, the entertainer noted that the sold-out ve...

Kennemerlaan in IJmuiden transformed into tulip picking garden for a day

The Kennemerlaan in IJmuiden will be transformed into a temporary tulip picking garden this Saturday. Customers of the local shops will receive tickets allowing them to pick a bunch of flowers.

Halsema on attack on Jewish school: 'Has made people incredibly scared'

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema addressed a recent explosion at the Jewish primary school Cheider, describing it as an act of intimidation that has caused significant fear in the community. The incident...

Decades of superior dining in the dunes: De Bokkedoorns marks 65 years. 'We are out of reach for 80 percent of the population'

The Michelin-starred restaurant De Bokkedoorns, located in Overveen, is celebrating its 65th anniversary under the management of the Beeren family. The establishment was one of the first in the Nether...

Iranians gather for Persian New Year: "People who feel alone can join"

Iranians gathered at Museumplein in Amsterdam to celebrate the Persian New Year, Norooz, moving the traditional private celebration to a public setting for communal support. The event combined festive...

An evening at Europaplein in Beverwijk with youth workers Deniz and Kenan: ‘We connect with the boys by being ourselves. We are brother figures to the youth’

Youth workers Kenan Cimen and Deniz Yüce serve as mentors and role models for young people at Europaplein in Beverwijk, where they both grew up. By acting as "brother figures," they aim to foster saf...

Your Easter Best! 8 brunches, cocktails, and egg hunts: what to do in Amsterdam this Easter

Amsterdam is hosting various Easter activities, including extensive brunches, cocktails with a view, and traditional egg hunts. The city's holiday offerings range from festive meals to unique events l...

Fuel app usage explodes: Dutch flock to cheapest gas stations

Usage of fuel price comparison apps has surged in the Netherlands as citizens seek cheaper gas stations following price hikes linked to the Iran conflict. Despite the increased costs, road traffic rem...

Beach Boys’ Best, third headliner of Velsen festival Summer Park

Beach Boys’ Best has been announced as the third headlining act for the Summer Park Sessions festival. The performance is scheduled to take place on September 6 at Park Velserbeek in Velsen-Zuid.

Painting of Lily Allen used as album cover on display in museum

A painting of singer Lily Allen by Spanish artist Nieves González is being exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery in London for one year. The artwork gained recognition after Allen featured it as...

Ajax prepares for the Klassieker: "We are Ajax and we don't have to fear anyone"

Ajax is preparing for a crucial match against Feyenoord this Sunday as they compete for second place in the league and a spot in the Champions League. Interim coach Oscar García expressed confidence ...

New Chinese retail giant Joybuy promises everything, but isn't delivering yet

Chinese retail giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the Netherlands, offering a wide range of products from groceries to electronics. Despite the launch, retail experts remain skeptical ab...

Haarlem choir hopes to attract young audience with Bavo performance: 'We hope to bring different layers of the city together'

The newly formed ensemble Bavocale Haarlemse will perform "Ceremony of Passion" at the Grote of Sint-Bavokerk in Haarlem on March 22nd. Led by conductor Benjamin Bakker, the performance combines conte...

Manufacturers required to repair phones, washing machines and TVs

The Dutch cabinet has approved a legislative proposal requiring manufacturers to repair electronic devices, such as smartphones and washing machines, even after the warranty has expired. This initiati...

For miller Schuurman (1936-2026), De Bloem in Amsterdam-West was his heart and soul

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Beer and reflection in Amsterdam: why the Silent Procession had to stay secret

Thousands of Catholic pilgrims from across the Netherlands are gathering in Amsterdam for the annual Silent Procession, a tradition that encourages personal reflection and prayer. The participants wal...

Actor and action hero Chuck Norris dies at 86

Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86. His family confirmed that he died on Friday after being hospitalized in Hawaii the previous day.