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58 municipal notices on construction, tree felling and traffic in Haarlem last week
The Haarlem municipality processed 58 permit applications last week concerning construction, tree felling, and traffic issues. Of these applications, 56 were specific to Haarlem while two related to t...
'You can create truly unique works of art here': Paul van Marissing (65) leaves Haarlem Graphic Atelier
Paul van Marissing is stepping down from Grafisch Atelier Haarlem after years of preserving traditional printing techniques. Despite the decline of industrial printing, he successfully promoted the un...
Charlize Theron's children want her to date more
The children of 50-year-old actress Charlize Theron are reportedly encouraging her to start dating again. While open to the idea, Theron mentioned that she is looking for a partner who meets very spec...
Armed robbery at coffeeshop on Papaverweg in North
Multiple suspects armed with a bladed weapon robbed a coffeeshop on Papaverweg in Amsterdam-Noord around 7:30 AM. No injuries were reported, but the suspects fled with an undisclosed amount of loot, p...
Learn 3D printing at Velserbroek library, Makerspace open to everyone 18 and over
The library in Velserbroek is hosting a crash course starting May 11th for adults to learn modern technologies such as 3D printing and laser cutting. The program is held at the library's Maakplaats an...
Marathon will no longer return to the city center
The Amsterdam Marathon will not return to the city center after a safety study by local authorities concluded the area is too vulnerable for 45,000 participants. While organizers hoped to route the ra...
National Mill Day in Zaanstreek: mills open, music and activities for children
National Mill Day will take place on May 9 and 10, with hundreds of wind and water mills across the Netherlands opening their doors to the public. The Zaanstreek region will host special events, inclu...
Lars (16) and Julia (18) dropped out like 70,000 others: bullying, fear of failure and large classes drive children out of school
Approximately 70,000 children and young people in the Netherlands drop out of school annually due to issues like bullying, anxiety, and large class sizes. Despite being a long-standing problem, a solu...
Anne Hathaway can relate to her The Devil Wears Prada role
American actress Anne Hathaway shared that she still identifies with her character Andy from the film "The Devil Wears Prada." She explained to Entertainment Tonight that the connection lies in the on...
Sea Scout group Nannie van der Wiele holds open day: ‘You make friends for life with us’
The waterscouting group Nannie van der Wiele is hosting an open day at its long-standing location in IJmuiden along the North Sea Canal. The group has been active for nearly sixty years and offers wee...
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Partying on the weekend or during the week? This is the day King's Day 2027 falls on
This article looks ahead to King's Day 2027, discussing which day of the week the Dutch national holiday will fall on. It encourages readers to prepare for future celebrations while reflecting on the ...
Michelle (55) and her ex rotate between living with their children and at a campsite: ‘If I win the toss, I’ll stay here’
Man rescued from water at the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem
A man was rescued from the water at the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem during the night of Tuesday to Wednesday. The cause of how he ended up in the water remains unknown.
From afterthought to necessity: Hans Kaljee fought for 35 years for more space for trees in the city
Hans Kaljee, Amsterdam's first city tree consultant, is retiring after a 35-year career dedicated to increasing growth space and improving maintenance for urban trees. He reflects on the shift from tr...
Taylor Swift annoyed by fans looking for ex-boyfriends in her music
American singer Taylor Swift has expressed frustration with fans who focus on identifying which of her former boyfriends her songs are written about. She feels that her music is often too closely link...
Kelly (41) fought for years to conceive but never had a child: ‘My worst nightmare is reality’
In her new book, 41-year-old Kelly van Goens shares her personal struggle with involuntary childlessness after years of trying to conceive. She reflects on the emotional impact of her unfulfilled desi...
At the Kris Kras Atelier, children get creative without a goal: ‘If you say something is beautiful, you have an immediate judgment’
Bouillon d’Amsterdam is a success, but iconic and affordable eatery Hap-Hmm is closing: ‘It made me sad’
Roel is the country's most cheerful portable toilet cleaner: "April 28 is the best day of the year"
Twenty-three-year-old Roel Koopman shares his passion for his job as a portable toilet cleaner while working at locations like the Stopera and Vondelpark in Amsterdam. Following in his father's footst...
What are you wearing, an Andy Warhol or a Karel Appel? Artists also designed textiles in the 1950s
Traffic jams due to traffic light work in Velsen-Zuid
Traffic congestion is occurring in Velsen-Zuid due to work being carried out on the traffic light installation at the intersection of Amsterdamseweg and Rijksweg. The replacement project is currently ...
South Holland wants tranquility but also more recreation in Holland Dunes
Provincial deputy Arno Bonte aims to balance nature preservation and recreation within the new National Park Hollandse Duinen in South Holland. By improving natural conditions, the province hopes to e...
The Jazzcats of Vijzelstraat: “The tastemakers of Amsterdam nightlife”
This article explores the rich jazz history of Amsterdam's Vijzelstraat, which served as a central hub for the genre during the 1930s. Historians and musicians reflect on the international artists and...
Dyslexic thinking is not a disorder but a talent
The article challenges the traditional view of dyslexia as a learning disability, suggesting it should be viewed as a talent rather than just a struggle with reading and writing. It notes that online ...
Butcher's daughter transforms century-old butcher shop into modern deli: ‘Memories in every crack and behind every tile’
Guusje Broekhof is renovating her family's century-old butcher shop in Haarlem's Kruisstraat to transform it into a modern deli. The project aims to modernize the business to meet current retail deman...
Vera (26) and Michael (38) run the country's most customer-friendly supermarket. ‘And after just one year. Bizarre’
Spar Schot in Wijk aan Zee, managed by Vera Siersema and Michael Schot, has been named the most customer-friendly supermarket in the Netherlands. The owners expressed surprise at receiving the nationa...
Jordaan and Amstel residents divided over King's Day: It was a madhouse
Residents in Amsterdam's Jordaan and Amstel areas expressed mixed opinions on the effectiveness of stricter crowd control measures implemented during this year's King's Day celebrations. While some re...
Reserve teams play in Brazil too, and André Krul is benefiting: 'My wish has come true'
Dutch goalkeeper André Krul has achieved a career milestone by making his professional debut in Brazil. Following the match, Krul reflected on his journey and considered whether he might be close to ...
Volunteers fish for waste after King's Day: 'A drop in the bucket'
Following King's Day celebrations, approximately 160 volunteers with the organization Plastic Whale used 20 boats to remove several thousand liters of trash from Amsterdam's canals. The initiative aim...