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From 3 March all non-essential shops may offer shopping by appointment.…
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Dutch turn to live-stream webcams during curfew
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Lockdown measures tightened including curfew
On the evening of Wednesday 20 January, prime minister Mark…
Dutch lockdown continues until at least 9 February
On the evening of Tuesday 12 January, prime minister Mark…
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Festive food deliveries in Haarlem: order a tasty New Year treat!
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Cabinet tightens up measures to tackle coronavirus
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Fireworks exploded in Haarlem house
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Dutch win for the 2020 International Booker Prize
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Refilling water bottle more dirty than licking toilet seat
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First official national heat wave of the year
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Greenjoy Boat Renting Summer 2020: Special € 20 Discount for expatsHaarlem readers
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Go on safari 1.5 hours’ drive away from Haarlem
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Get on Your Bike for Rondje Haarlem: The Most Stunning Cycle Route
Hey you! Are you, like me, feeling the wanderlust growing as…
Dutch renewable energy consumption is increasing – but is it fast enough?
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