Netherlands News in English
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Come to the Springer Festival
The Springerfestival will take place on Saturday, April 11, at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin, featuring a plant market and workshops on gardening and nature. The free event includes activities for children...
Subsidy for sustainable sports clubs in Haarlem
Sports clubs in Haarlem can now access subsidies to make their buildings more energy-efficient, with the city covering the first ‑10,000 in costs and providing further funding up to ‑100,000. RFC ...
Apply for the Participation Prize 2026
The Haarlem Participation Council is inviting non-profit initiatives that promote community connection and social participation to apply for the 2026 Participation Prize. Two winners will each receive...
Karremans has no sympathy for trucker highway protests against high fuel prices
Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Vincent Karremans expressed his disapproval of truck drivers blocking highways during protests against high fuel prices on Thursday morning. The demonst...
Heemskerk supermarket stabbing suspect has been severely disturbed for years: ‘I couldn’t control myself,’ he tells judge about stabbing two random victims
A 44-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared before a court in Haarlem for stabbing two random women at a supermarket in Heemskerk on November 11, 2024. The suspect testified that he had felt for years t...
Information evening on A9-Zuid electricity station in Spaarndam
Grid operator Tennet and the province of North Holland are hosting an information session about the new A9-Zuid electricity station. The event will take place on April 20 at the Spaarndam Village Cent...
Temporary ban on steel slag extended, but future remains uncertain
The Dutch government has extended the temporary ban on the use of steel slag for another six months. During a debate in the House of Representatives, it became clear that long-term regulations for thi...
Ajax coach Óscar García has four injury doubts for FC Twente clash
Ajax coach Óscar García faces uncertainty regarding the availability of players Davy Klaassen, Kian Fitz-Jim, and Takehiro Tomiyasu for the upcoming home match against FC Twente. However, there is o...
Weski defense: context missing from messages in case file
The defense team for former lawyer Inez Weski asserts that critical exonerating messages are missing from her criminal case file. They contend that these omitted communications would prove she did not...
Cabinet extends Evertsen mission in Mediterranean by one month
The Dutch government has extended the mission of the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen in the eastern Mediterranean until early May. The vessel was deployed to help protect NATO allies from threats related to ...
With more women than men in its ranks, the new Heemstede municipal council can officially get to work: ‘Immediately made national news’
The newly elected municipal council of Heemstede was officially installed on Wednesday evening, notable for having more female than male representatives. Mayor Falgun Binnendijk highlighted that the c...
Snelle to release fifth album Binnenspiegel on May 29
Dutch artist Snelle has announced the release of his fifth studio album, titled Binnenspiegel, on May 29. The new record serves as the successor to his 2024 album Achtentwintig.
Majority of parties in Velsen refuse to govern with FVD: 'Remarks about "indigenous Velseners" living here for three generations did not help'
A majority of political parties in Velsen have ruled out forming a coalition with Forum voor Democratie (FVD) following a local debate on Wednesday. The parties cited a lack of trust and significant p...
It’s not a reproach, but a conclusion. I hope Koeman also draws that conclusion after Ecuador
The author describes a playful soccer encounter with a young boy at the AVV Swift fields on the Olympiaplein in Amsterdam. The piece serves as a commentary on Ronald Koeman and the Dutch national team...
Former Qmusic newsreader Fien Vermeulen to host Shownieuws
Fien Vermeulen is joining the SBS program Shownieuws as a presenter. She recently announced her departure from her role as a newsreader at radio station Qmusic to pursue this new opportunity.
Salwa seeks Dutch-speaking volunteers for Uitgeest station coffee bar: 'A good morning starts after coffee'
Salwa is seeking Dutch-speaking volunteers to staff the coffee bar located on the platform of Uitgeest station. The establishment has become a popular morning stop for commuters, providing a simple st...
Heemstede gym stands by controversial price hike approach: 'In our view, it couldn't have been more personal'
Heemstede gym HealthclubNU is facing backlash from members and the consumer program Radar following a controversial subscription price increase. Despite the criticism regarding their communication met...
Nils Rossen extends stay at Telstar: Club triggers option in talented midfielder's contract
Telstar has extended the contract of talented midfielder Nils Rossen until July 2027 by exercising a specific option in his agreement. Simultaneously, the club announced it will be parting ways with p...
Velsen unconcerned about finances after poor BDO rating; no additional cuts expected
The local government of Velsen remains unconcerned despite being ranked as one of the most financially unhealthy municipalities in the Netherlands by accounting firm BDO. The council stated in respons...
Weski lashes out at Prosecution: What the prosecutor says is bullshit
Former lawyer Inez Weski criticized the Dutch Public Prosecution Service during a court hearing regarding the reading of case file notes. After calling a prosecutor's statement 'bullshit,' she receive...
Haarlem-based hot school lunch provider TommyTomato declared bankrupt
Haarlem-based school lunch provider TommyTomato has been declared bankrupt following a sudden withdrawal of promised financing. The social enterprise serves warm meals to 30,000 children across hundre...
Lawsuit against carmaker Stellantis over defeat devices in motorhomes
Several Dutch consumer and camping organizations have filed a legal claim against car manufacturer Stellantis regarding the use of illegal defeat devices in camper vans. The groups are demanding that ...
Stolen golden helmet unveiled at Drents Museum press conference after recovery based on tips from suspects
Golden art treasures, including a historic golden helmet, have been recovered after being stolen from the Drents Museum in Assen. The items were located based on information provided by suspects invol...
Son Mieux to return to Ziggo Dome in early 2027: 'Can't believe it'
The Dutch band Son Mieux has announced a return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert on January 22, 2027. This performance follows their previous two-show run at the same venue in 2025.
‘This is doing in real life what we learn at school’: KTS students raise 32,500 euros for KiKa with benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek
Ten students from Teylingen College KTS successfully raised 32,500 euros for the children's cancer charity KiKa by hosting a benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek. The event allowed the stud...
Art detective Brand: Stolen golden helmet found
Art detective Arthur Brand reports that a stolen Romanian golden helmet from the Drents Museum has been recovered. Brand suggests that the artifact's return was achieved through negotiations within hi...
Nina June champions female artists
Dutch singer-songwriter Nina June has released her latest album, 'Seal skin – Anthems of a woman,' which explores the diverse aspects of womanhood. Supported by a string orchestra, the record is des...
Rescue operation for horse in ditch in Castricum
Emergency services rescued a horse from a ditch in Castricum on Thursday morning. The local fire department coordinated the successful operation to pull the animal to safety.
Two injured in collision at Hoofddorp intersection
Two people were injured following a collision between two cars at an intersection in Hoofddorp on Thursday morning. The accident occurred at the junction of Skagerrak and Van Heuven Goedhartlaan.
Prosecution reports ‘new developments’ in Drents Museum art theft
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has announced that new developments will be shared regarding the investigation into an art theft at the Drents Museum. A press briefing involving representatives f...