Haarlem News in English
Latest Haarlem and Kennemerland region news translated from Dutch to English for the international community.
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (March 9 - March 15)
Roadworks are scheduled throughout Haarlem from March 9 to March 15, resulting in partial closures in several locations such as Van Marumstraat and Langebrug. Drivers should expect disruptions in the ...
Voting in the municipal elections? You can at these 88 locations in Haarlem
On March 18, residents of Haarlem will be able to vote in the municipal elections at 88 polling stations across the city. According to data from the Open State Foundation, this is an increase of one l...
Ichthus Lyceum students work on Velsen Library project to encourage reading with a break-in box
Students from Ichthus Lyceum in Driehuis are developing a "break-in-box" project for the Velsen Library to encourage children aged 9 to 10 to read more. The project functions as a reverse escape room ...
What can local politics do to solve youth care problems? Pletterij hosts debate evening
Debate center De Pletterij is hosting an evening on March 11 to discuss youth care challenges and how municipal politics can address them. The event is organized in anticipation of the upcoming munici...
Marianne (61) lived in a Bloemendaal villa but was left destitute after husband’s death: ’How did I let it get this far?’
After the sudden death of her husband, 61-year-old Marianne Heemskerk discovered their fortune had vanished, leaving her penniless despite their previously wealthy lifestyle. She has since dedicated h...
From Eredivisie to tax specialist: Xavier Mous (30) was done with the daily hype
Former professional goalkeeper Xavier Mous, who played for clubs such as Jong Ajax and Heerenveen, has retired from football at age 30 to become a tax specialist. The Haarlem native chose to leave the...
Persistence often pays off in Bloemendaal politics: Caravan dwellers must keep speaking out for pitches
Caravan dwellers from Overveen left a Bloemendaal council meeting in disappointment on Thursday following discussions about new site locations. The residents are being encouraged to continue their adv...
Marian frustrated with new glasses; they end up in the drawer. Fortunately, optician Faber resolves it nicely
Marian stopped wearing her new glasses due to dissatisfaction until optician Faber provided a satisfactory solution. The article describes how the business professionally handled the customer's regret...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam (March 9-13)
This article provides recommendations for activities in Amsterdam from March 9 to March 13. Suggested events include live music, theater performances, and various cultural experiences throughout the c...
Verwulft 1 fast-tracked for monument status: ‘Not going so fast? I have to reconsider that’
The former shop building at Verwulft 1, dating from 1890, is being fast-tracked for monument status to preserve its historical character ahead of its sale. Political parties D66 and ChristenUnie reque...
Bloemendaal still unsafe for cyclists: A radical change is needed
Recent data from the Fietsersbond ranks Bloemendaal as one of the most dangerous municipalities for cyclists, reporting nearly 19 accidents per 10,000 residents annually. Local advocates criticize the...
Ajax dismisses Fred Grim, Oscar Garcia to finish season
Ajax has dismissed Fred Grim as head coach of the first team with immediate effect. Oscar Garcia, who was recently appointed to lead Jong Ajax, will take over for the remainder of the season.
Cycling through India: this well-known Haarlemmer is doing it with his childhood friend
Joshua Nolet, a well-known resident of Haarlem, is participating in the new television program 'The Bicycle Race.' He is embarking on a cycling journey across India alongside a childhood friend.
Drost driving belt factory became successful thanks to the rise of Haarlem as an industrial city
The former Drost drive belt factory in Haarlem, once a key supplier for the city's industrial rise, has been preserved and transformed into the Oerkap restaurant and city beach. After serving as a tan...
Vegan hotspots, living in an old gym and Gerard and Johan have been together for 62 years
This week's collection of stories from Amsterdam highlights local vegan hotspots and a unique home converted from a former gymnasium. The compilation also features a couple celebrating 62 years togeth...
Lower fines for illegal rental of Haarlem apartment via Airbnb
A Haarlem administrative judge has fined a grandson and his mother €4,750 each for illegally renting out an apartment via Airbnb in 2023. The 85-year-old owner of the flat was also fined a reduced a...
Tyrone Owusu (27) missed much of the season due to injuries but is back in time for the final sprint: 'Stepping on the gas in final matches'
Tyrone Owusu has returned to fitness for Telstar after missing eleven matches this season due to injury. The 27-year-old midfielder is now ready to play in the final matches of the Eredivisie season.
Puck (21) faces street harassment almost every day, and she’s not alone. A tour of unsafe spots in Haarlem: 'I’d turn off my music here, to hear what’s happening'
Twenty-one-year-old Puck Zomer and a reporter tour various locations in Haarlem to highlight the frequent street harassment women face in the city. The report examines specific areas identified as uns...
Sharp DVVA ends unbeaten run of sluggish Hoofddorp: 'Maybe a bit of underestimation'
Hoofddorp suffered its first defeat of 2026 after losing 1-2 to Amsterdam-based side DVVA, ending a six-game unbeaten streak. The visitors outperformed the home team in sharpness, bringing an end to H...
Motorist injured in crash with significant damage in Overveen, Zeeweg closed
A car driver was injured on Saturday evening after veering off the road on the Zeeweg (N200) in Overveen. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage and led to the temporary closure of the ro...
Hillegom strikes late against Olympia Haarlem: 'In 85 minutes we gave away almost no chances'
In a recent football match, Hillegom secured a 1-3 victory against Olympia Haarlem by scoring three goals in the final five minutes. Despite leading 1-0 for most of the game, the Haarlem-based team su...
After another poor performance, Jordi Cruijff must answer whether interim coach Fred Grim can stay at Ajax
Following a 3-1 defeat against Groningen, pressure is mounting on Ajax interim coach Fred Grim. New technical director Jordi Cruijff must now decide on Grim's future as he begins his official duties o...
Hard-working Koninklijke HFC fight past relegation candidates IJsselmeervogels to move into mid-table
Koninklijke HFC secured their third consecutive 1-0 victory under new coach Pieter Mulders by defeating relegation candidate IJsselmeervogels at home. This win successfully moves the Haarlem-based clu...
From servant to plantation owner: Haarlem women played key role in colonial era. ‘Women took matters into their own hands’
In honor of International Women's Day, several women from Haarlem are being recognized for their significant roles during the colonial era. These figures include women who managed trading companies af...
Ajax suffers another blow in battle for second place, pressure on coach Fred Grim mounts
Ajax suffered a 3-1 defeat against FC Groningen, damaging their chances of securing second place in the league. The loss has increased pressure on coach Fred Grim as rival club Feyenoord looks to exte...
Fire in Haarlem home on Vergierdeweg likely caused by bicycle battery
A fire broke out in a house on Vergierdeweg in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. The cause of the blaze is suspected to be a bicycle battery.
From market to supermarket? Haarlem's Groentedoeners start in Kweektuin
The Kweekmarkt has launched at the Haarlem Kweektuin, introducing the 'Groentedoeners' cooperative which aims to establish a member-run sustainable supermarket. The group currently operates a monthly ...
Shadow over May and summer holidays, regional travel agents notice: 'People are playing it safe, just like during the pandemic'
The conflict in the Middle East is causing travelers to reconsider their holiday plans for May and the summer, leading to a rise in cautious booking behavior similar to the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel a...
Lia (82) struggles with loss of precious gold necklace: 'Where can I report it? Everything is digital nowadays and very alienating'
Lia, an 82-year-old woman from Bennebroek, has lost two irreplaceable gold necklaces inherited from her mother and gifted by her husband. She is struggling to find a way to report the loss to potentia...
Self-harvest garden Bloemendaalse Weelde officially launches
Mayor Michel Rog of Bloemendaal officially inaugurated the Bloemendaalse Weelde self-harvest garden on Friday by planting the first lettuce seedling. The new community garden is located on Johan Verhu...