Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Camp in Willem Alexanderplantsoen this summer during Beverwijk neighborhood camp
The Buurtcamping Beverwijk event will take place on July 3, 4, and 5 at the Willem Alexanderplantsoen to help residents get to know each other. The program includes a variety of activities such as a b...
Grow your own vegetables? Apply for a free garden kit now
Residents can request a free vegetable garden kit to start growing their own produce on balconies, terraces, or in small gardens. The initiative aims to help people create mini-vegetable gardens even ...
Ingrid and Steven overlook the Zaanse Schans: 'A privilege to live in such a special place'
After living abroad for thirty years, Ingrid and Steven Ploem have settled in their 'forever home' in Zaandijk. Their residence features a view of the historic Zaanse Schans and has been custom-design...
No-nonsense barber Jan Dortmundt of Heart & Soul: Keeping it basic works best
Jan Dortmundt is retiring from his barbershop, Hart & Ziel, located in a former church on Kleverparkweg in Haarlem. The business will be taken over by Brenda Roffel and Cindy Jansen, who plan to prese...
Ban cigarettes: every beach must become completely smoke-free
A weekly proposition asks readers for their opinions on whether all beaches should become completely smoke-free. The debate focuses on the potential ban of cigarettes to improve the beach environment ...
Labor Inspectorate intervenes after illegal asbestos removal in Badhoevedorp
The Dutch Labor Inspection halted construction work at a building in Badhoevedorp following reports of unsafe working conditions and illegal asbestos removal. The intervention occurred in March after ...
Four years in prison for arson in Arnhem city center
A 58-year-old man has been sentenced to four years in prison for starting a massive fire in the city center of Arnhem in March last year. The blaze resulted in the destruction of ten historic building...
What's happening in the Amsterdam Forest?
The public is invited to help identify and record as many species of plants, animals, and fungi as possible in the Amsterdamse Bos. This initiative aims to document the forest's biodiversity within a ...
Mitch Apau (35) to assess potential signings for Telstar: Former player becomes scout for first and youth teams
Former Telstar player Mitch Apau has been appointed as a scout for the club's first team and will also coordinate scouting for the youth academy. The 35-year-old, who retired at the end of last season...
Investigation into unsafe work culture at UWV training placements
The Registration Committee of Medical Specialists (RGS) has launched an investigation into the work culture at several UWV training locations. This decision follows reports of an unsafe working enviro...
Forum for Democracy floor leader Lidewij de Vos expecting
Lidewij de Vos, the group chair for Forum voor Democratie, has announced that she is expecting her first child. Her partner and fellow party member, Massimo Etalle, will be the father.
Eddy Zoëy could barely speak to his girlfriend and children for months due to illness
Dutch presenter and musician Eddy Zoëy was unable to speak with his partner and children for six months while suffering from Eagle Syndrome. He underwent two surgeries on his neck and was required to...
More regions moved to highest wildfire alert level
The fire department has raised the wildfire warning to the highest level, Phase 2, in several Dutch regions due to persistent drought. New areas under alert include Flevoland and Twente, joining regio...
Thomas Dekker and Laurens ten Dam in killer’s house: former cyclists unwittingly involved in shocking case from Moriah Wilson Netflix doc
Former Dutch professional cyclists Thomas Dekker and Laurens ten Dam were unintentionally involved in the murder case of American cyclist Moriah Wilson, as they were staying at the perpetrator's home ...
Solar panel owners face major setback in new energy contracts: how much your bill will rise
Dutch households with solar panels are facing energy bill increases of up to 500 euros as the favorable netting scheme is set to conclude at the end of the year. New energy contracts are becoming sign...
Concerns over ‘strange’ Box 3 real estate tax: ‘This feels unfair to many people’
Starting in 2028, real estate investors and vacation home owners in the Netherlands will face a new Box 3 tax addition even for properties that are vacant or used for personal purposes. Critics argue ...
Doctors train with special forces to stay calm in stressful situations: ‘Want more control’
Dutch healthcare professionals are participating in training programs based on military special forces principles to better manage high workloads and workplace stress. The initiative aims to provide d...
Everything related to measuring and weighing in the historic Scales Museum building
The Weegschaalmuseum in Naarden is highlighted as a unique, volunteer-run museum dedicated to the history of weighing and measuring. The article is part of a series showcasing lesser-known cultural ge...
Haarlem opposition shows reluctance at coalition agreement input session: 'We are being taken for a ride'
Ten opposition parties in Haarlem expressed skepticism and reluctance during an input session organized by the forming coalition parties PRO, D66, and CDA. Opposition members felt the process was insi...
This is what the new villa on the site of ‘De Echo’ in Heemstede might soon look like
The municipality of Heemstede has issued a building permit for a new villa on Van Merlenlaan, revealing the potential design for the site. This comes nearly a year after the demolition of 'De Echo', a...
Round North Holland is the flagship of IJmuiden sea sailors. ‘At YSY you can go all year round’
Yachtclub Seaport Ymuiden (YSY), established in 1995, continues to be a central hub for sea sailors offering year-round activities. The club is well-known for organizing the iconic 'Ronde om Noord-Hol...
More mortgage applications for home renovation and sustainability due to energy crisis
Mortgage applications for home renovations and sustainability measures in the Netherlands increased by 59 percent in March compared to February. This surge is attributed to the ongoing energy crisis, ...
Vintage shopping in Haarlem: 7 of the best stores
Haarlem's city center offers a diverse selection of vintage clothing stores, making it a prime destination for shoppers seeking unique items. Each shop provides a distinct atmosphere and collection fo...
Kees Tol finds long-distance relationship with American boyfriend 'a challenge'
Dutch presenter Kees Tol shared the challenges of his long-distance relationship with his American boyfriend, Buddy, in an interview with L'HOMO magazine. He explained that the distance is difficult t...
Fewer first-time buyers on the housing market, most are immigrants
New data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) shows that the number of starters on the housing market decreased from 560,000 in 2023 to 518,000 in 2024. The decline is notably driven by a 12 percent drop...
Not everyone in the Jordaan is looking forward to King's Day: My cafe is closing, my heart is breaking
Residents and business owners in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood express mixed feelings about the upcoming King's Day celebrations, with some opting to close their doors due to overwhelming crowds. T...
Annet's 93-year-old mother looks forward to Ascension Day morning walk: 'They will go in a convoy of wheelchairs'
Annet’s 93-year-old mother, a resident of the Huis ter Hagen care center, is preparing for a traditional Ascension Day morning outing. The residents plan to celebrate the holiday and the fine weathe...
Significant damage in fire at Euroshop store in Beverwijk
A fire broke out at the Euroshop store on Italiëlaan in Beverwijk during the night between Thursday and Friday. The building sustained significant damage as a result of the blaze.
OPZ, Jong and VVD to proceed as trio for Zandvoort coalition; Fred Teeven: ‘A fourth party would not add stability’
The political parties OPZ, Jong Zandvoort, and VVD will form a three-party coalition in Zandvoort without seeking a fourth partner. Informant Fred Teeven recommended this arrangement to ensure politic...
Car fire on Leeghwaterweg in Velsen-Noord, man taken to hospital
A car was destroyed by fire on Leeghwaterweg in Velsen-Noord during the night from Thursday to Friday. The vehicle's owner was transported to the hospital for treatment after inhaling smoke.