haarlemsdagbladMar 31, 2026, 13:00

Clumsy 19-year-old leaves DNA after planting explosive at Haarlem home: ‘It could have killed them’

Two suspects from Rotterdam face up to five years in prison for their involvement in fireworks bomb explosions that targeted two homes in Haarlem-North on November 3, 2024. The blasts caused significant structural damage to the properties, and prosecutors noted the incident could have resulted in fatalities. One 19-year-old suspect was linked to the crime after leaving DNA evidence at the scene.

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Comedian 'rejected' in Castricum finds new venue in Uitgeest: 'Freedom of speech is a great asset'

Comedian Rogier Kahlmann has moved his upcoming performance to Dorpshuis de Zwaan in Uitgeest after being barred from Theater Koningsduyn in Castricum for his "polarizing statements." The show is scheduled for May 15 following the venue's decision to deny him a stage based on his rhetoric.

Rain or sun? This is the weather forecast for King's Day in Haarlem

Meteorologist Floris Lafeber from weeronline.nl provides the weather forecast for King's Day in Haarlem. The forecast aims to inform residents whether they can celebrate the holiday outdoors in the city center or should stay inside.

Exhibition on early graffiti in the Netherlands at STRAAT Museum: ‘Showing that you exist’

Twin brothers Richard and Marcel van Tiggelen are showcasing their extensive collection of early Dutch graffiti objects at the STRAAT museum in Amsterdam. The exhibition highlights the history and evolution of the graffiti scene in the Netherlands through items the brothers have gathered since the 1980s.

Judge who filed thousands of FOI requests barred from hearing cases

A judge from the Noord-Holland District Court has been suspended from presiding over cases until further notice after personally filing more than 4,000 public records requests with municipalities throughout the country. The court's decision follows concerns regarding the judge's extensive personal legal activities.

Beverwijk honors Father Wim van der Geest with street name

Mayor Martijn Smit officially unveiled the street name "Wim van der Geesthof" on April 21 to honor Father Wim van der Geest. The tribute recognizes his significant contributions to assisting people in hiding during World War II.