Sarah O'Leary 🇮🇪

Before becoming the Senior Editor of DutchReview, Sarah was a fresh-faced international looking to learn more about the Netherlands. Since moving here in 2017, Sarah has added a BA in English and Philosophy (Hons.), an MA in Literature (Hons.), and over five years of writing experience at DutchReview to her skillset. When Sarah isn't acting as a safety threat to herself and others (cycling), you can find her trying to sound witty while writing about some of the stickier topics such as mortgages and Dutch law.

This Dutch city is one of the happiest in Europe! (And no, it’s not Amsterdam)

Looking to be happier in 2024? Perhaps you should move to Groningen then! Research has ranked the city as the third happiest in the...

These were the most popular baby names in the Netherlands in 2023, and it’s surprising!

Forget Thijs, Jelle and Anouk, the most popular baby names in the Netherlands in 2023 are moving away from traditional Dutch names. Not that we're...

Dutch man dies after being beaten by youths when confronting them for throwing fireworks at his dog

A 52-year-old Dutch man died from his injuries after being severely beaten on New Year's Eve. It was initially reported that the man died...

Renting in the Netherlands? These changes will affect you in 2024

New year, new rules — and this applies to those of us who rent as well. Let's talk about what's changing for renters in...

Two deaths, 18 eye injuries, and an injured toddler: how the Netherlands brought in the New Year

With a stockpile of fireworks waiting to be lit, New Year's Eve in the Netherlands is never a calm affair — and the end...

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