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Starring role for softball international Maxime van Dalen in Sparks Haarlem doubleheader sweep: 'I haven't had many of those in my career'

Softball player Maxime van Dalen hit three home runs, including a grand slam, to lead Sparks Haarlem to two victories over Onze Gezellen on Saturday. Following these wins, the team has taken the lead ...

Floral splendor at Hortus Bulborum only visible for a short time longer: 'Visitors from all over the world come for the Rembrandt tulip'

The Hortus Bulborum in Lisse is currently showcasing its extensive collection of 2,700 flower varieties, including the rare Rembrandt tulip which attracts visitors from across the globe. As the season...

Haarlem baseball players have little to fear from Hoofddorp. 'Great to take home two points'

The Dutch baseball major league has started its season with a new format featuring seven teams and a modified game schedule. Kinheim coach Milan Lammerts noted the adjustment to the new structure as t...

Dancing in the sun? This is the weather forecast for Liberation Day in Haarlem

Meteorologist Floris Lafeber provides the weather outlook for Liberation Day on May 5, 2026, in Haarlem. The forecast explores whether attendees can expect sunny conditions or rain while celebrating t...

What the lords and ladies of Haarlem's Huis ter Kleef ate

Archaeologists and heritage specialists are investigating the ruins of Huis ter Kleef in Haarlem to understand the lives and diets of its 15th-century noble inhabitants. By analyzing food remains foun...

Looking back at King's Day, inspiring Amsterdammers and much more

This article recaps King's Day festivities in Amsterdam and profiles local residents, such as a former BMX athlete who has released a cookbook. It also previews various events scheduled to take place ...

You can visit Cindy for coffee every day: ‘Mr. Espresso comes by every day and always sits at the long table’

Cindy Ruitenberg operates The Harbour coffee house on the Halkade in IJmuiden, offering daily coffee and fresh homemade apple pie. The establishment has become a local gathering spot, frequently visit...

From empty bank accounts to court blockades: how to prevent financial ruin with dementia

Approximately 75 percent of people with dementia in the Netherlands live at home, where financial and administrative management can become difficult as the condition progresses. Family members often f...

'Castle lord' René (79) finds his greatest love at Twickel

At the age of 79, René Cornelisse moved to Delden to be with his male partner following a previous marriage to a woman. He has since become a well-known figure at Twickel Castle, where his signature ...

Donors stop paying as invoices increasingly end up in spam: what should you do?

Important emails, such as bills and donation requests, are increasingly being diverted to spam folders by automated filters. Because many users rarely check their junk mail, this trend often results i...

Crowned crane Bea mourned her partner lost on the A2 for weeks: ‘Where is my mate?’

Wouter Klootwijk surprised by multi-buy discounts on cookies

Wouter Klootwijk reports on a customer who purchased forty-four luxury cookies to ensure she is prepared for any type of guest, from unexpected visitors to high-status ones. The story highlights the p...

Conductor boards train hyper-alert after assault and threats: ‘I consider our high salary as hazard pay’

Jesse, a 31-year-old train conductor, reports facing aggression and threats on a nearly daily basis while working on trains and platforms. Despite the frequency of these incidents, he emphasizes that ...

Can’t we teach navigation systems to pronounce place names correctly?

The article discusses the need for navigation systems to improve their pronunciation of place names. It also points out humorous typographical errors often found in newspapers, such as substituting 'c...

Neighborhood pools at risk: Survival of public pools depends on volunteers. 'You have to know how to play the game'

Public swimming pools are facing an increasing threat of closure despite their vital role in providing swimming lessons and community recreation. As more facilities shut down without replacement, the ...

Setup for IJmond Liberation Day begins in Westerhout Park. 'Be kind to each other'

Preparations for the Bevrijdingsdag IJmond festival have begun in Park Westerhout ahead of the celebrations on May 5th. The free event will feature music, a silent disco, children's activities, and va...

Shirley and Cas want to bring residents closer together with Castricum Verbindt: ‘It starts with something small’

Shirley and her 14-year-old son, Cas, have launched 'Castricum Verbindt,' an initiative designed to foster local connections within the municipality of Castricum. The project aims to make it easier fo...

Explainer | Bram Krikke breaks curse in Wie is de Mol?: 'I was sick about it'

Summary: VOC prevails in thrilling semi-final against VZV

Amsterdam-based handball team VOC secured a place in the national title final after a thrilling 28-27 comeback victory against VZV in the semi-final return match. Despite trailing by four points late ...

Video | Hidden stress symptoms on The Mole: Swollen eye went unnoticed

Mother's Day gifts

The article offers gift suggestions for the upcoming Mother's Day, which is just one week away. It provides inspiration for finding the perfect present to show appreciation for mothers and partners.

Illegal rave in France attracts tens of thousands of partygoers

An illegal rave on a military site in Southern France has attracted approximately 40,000 attendees. Authorities issued warnings about the potential danger of unexploded World War II ammunition present...

NEC vs Telstar match temporarily suspended due to thunderstorms

The Eredivisie match between NEC and Telstar was temporarily suspended on Saturday due to a thunderstorm in Nijmegen. Referee Jeroen Manschot made the decision to halt play for safety reasons as the w...

Video | Ed Sheeran sings along with a beer in dressing room after Ipswich promotion

Grief is like chewing gum, Lisanne van Sadelhoff knows from experience

Lisanne van Sadelhoff shares her experiences delivering lectures on grief, combining humor with insights borrowed from academic experts. She reflects on the nature of loss, describing it as a persiste...

Market traders take control of part of Ten Katemarkt: "Increasingly a food market"

Market traders in Amsterdam have been granted management over a portion of the Ten Katemarkt in a three-year trial aimed at revitalizing the area. The initiative seeks to combat increasing vacancies a...

Nights in the Kennemer Dunes: how Ronald Zimmerman became Nature Photographer of the Year

Haarlem-based photographer Ronald Zimmerman has been named Nature Photographer of the Year after winning the Groene Camera award for his work. His award-winning series captures natterjack toads at nig...

Trendy retail chain opens its doors in Haarlem: ‘What we find beautiful is the starting point’

The concept store 'Things I like, Things I love' has opened a new location in the Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem. This trendy chain selects its products based on what the owners personally find beautiful...

Local residents concerned by boat fires in Brouwersvaart. 'Can camera surveillance be installed here?'

Residents near the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem are expressing concern and requesting camera surveillance after a series of arson attacks. On Saturday morning, two boats were set on fire, following previo...

Gordon sells Blushing Blaricum, Amsterdam locations to remain open

Dutch singer Gordon Heuckeroth has sold his restaurant Blushing in Blaricum to focus on other passions, such as singing and media work. While the Blaricum location has been sold, his establishments in...