Haarlem News in English

Waste dumping goes wrong at Tata Steel: pig iron and water cause explosions and fire

A waste disposal incident involving pig iron and water caused explosions and a fire at the Tata Steel site on Thursday evening. The event occurred near Harsco and resulted in significant commotion in ...

Students debate at KSH Secondary School: 'It's not just about what you say, but especially how you say it'

Students at KSH Scholengemeenschap participated in a youth debate held in the school's auditorium. The event highlighted that young people have significant insights to share, emphasizing the importanc...

Musical plea at Bloemendaal town hall to save the Ark

The Haarlems Straatorkest performed at the Bloemendaal city hall on Thursday to support the Ark residential community, whose six residents are set to lose their home on May 31. The group is seeking as...

Ex-Jong Ajax coach read about his successor before even reaching his car: this is his story

Former Jong Ajax coach Willem Weijs discusses his sudden departure from the club following Jordi Cruijff's appointment as technical director. Weijs reflects on the abrupt transition and the challenges...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (6-8 March)

This article provides a guide for activities and events taking place in Haarlem during the weekend of March 6 to March 8. It encourages locals to head out and enjoy the city as the weather improves an...

One last cheese and a chat as Peter and Joan retire their cheese van

Peter and Joan, a couple from Velsen-Noord, are retiring and closing their mobile cheese bus business after years of service. On their final day, many loyal customers expressed their sadness and share...

'I always saw others getting diplomas and felt useless,' now Donald, who has an intellectual disability, has earned his first practical certificate

Donald, a 37-year-old man with a mild intellectual disability from Haarlem, has earned his first vocational practice certificate. He and five others completed the Assistant Service Provision training ...

Mayor Wienen: Support for Haarlem refugees remains 'responsible' despite budget cuts

Mayor Jos Wienen stated that refugees in Haarlem continue to receive sufficient support for their asylum applications and integration, despite national budget cuts. This response follows concerns rais...

Juvenile detention and behavioral measure demanded for teen who hung explosive on De Pizzabakkers door

Haarlem has the best climate policy in the Netherlands according to the Climate Alliance. BUCH municipalities also score relatively high

Haarlem has been recognized by the Climate Alliance as having the best climate policy in the Netherlands during the 'De Toekomst Telt' conference. The BUCH municipalities also received high scores, po...

‘Does anyone care about noise and shadow flicker?’ Large turnout at meeting against Schoteroog wind turbines

Residents of Haarlem-Noord gathered at the Haarlemsche Jachtclub on Schoteroog to voice their concerns about the planned installation of wind turbines in the area. The meeting was well-attended by loc...

Irving’s wife sparked his love for horses: ‘After a hard day’s work, I love being here at the stables’

Irving Mooijekind visits the Vario Hippique riding school to spend time with the horses he shares with his wife. He finds relaxation at the stables after a hard day's work before returning to his job ...

Coffee with Heemstede councilors on International Women's Day

Heemstede municipal council members will host a coffee event for female residents at Theater De Luifel this Sunday to mark International Women's Day. The meeting, scheduled from 10:30 to 12:00, aims t...

Eva de Raadt from Haarlem named Football Alderman of the Netherlands

Eva de Raadt, an alderman from Haarlem, has been named the Football Alderman of the Netherlands by the KNVB. The jury recognized her achievements in creating innovative football fields and providing s...

Haarlemmermeer must speed up Bolstoren apartment complex permit: 'Frustrating it took so long'

The municipality of Haarlemmermeer has until the end of April to decide on a permit for converting the historic Bolstoren in Nieuw-Vennep into an apartment complex. This deadline was established durin...

Discover how to reuse items

Starting March 19, 2026, Haarlem will participate in the Week of the Circular Economy with various sustainability activities such as workshops and a clothing swap. The event aims to inspire residents ...

Haarlem council committee members set for 30 percent pay raise: 'Better reflects the weight of the work'

The Haarlem city council is considering a 30 percent pay increase for committee members to better reflect the demands of their work. If approved during Thursday's meeting, compensation will rise to 22...

Mayor closes home on Archipelstraat after explosion

Mayor Jos Wienen has closed a residence on Archipelstraat in Haarlem following a series of incidents, including an explosion, to restore public order. The residents have been relocated while police in...

Wendy and Frank still unable to leave Qatar as loud explosions are heard

Wendy and Frank Hoorn from Haarlem have been stranded in Doha, Qatar, for nearly a week due to airspace closures caused by regional conflict. While the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs organizes repa...

Bart Overkamp (Pirate Party) warns against runaway AI: ‘People must continue to make the rules in Haarlem’

Bart Overkamp, leader of the Pirate Party, warns against the risks of artificial intelligence and digital dependency in Haarlem, emphasizing the need for human-led regulation. He also advocates for ke...

Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder return to Ajax as technical managers

Former players Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder have returned to Ajax to serve as technical managers. They will work alongside Technical Director Jordi Cruijff in their new roles at the club.

No intercity trains between Haarlem and Leiden due to broken-down train

Intercity train services between Haarlem and Leiden Centraal are suspended due to a broken train. The disruption is expected to last until approximately 10:00 AM.

Politicians debate at Mendelcollege: 'You must stay in Haarlem and not end up in Hoofddorp'

Local politicians and students at Mendelcollege in Haarlem held a debate ahead of the municipal elections on March 18. The discussion addressed housing concerns for young people and the city's approac...

XR glues doors of multiple Amsterdam high schools shut

Extinction Rebellion glued shut the doors and chained the gates of approximately 35 high schools in Amsterdam to protest against the climate crisis and educational policies. The group left messages ca...

Investigation into reported shooting in Velsen-Noord

Police responded to reports of a possible shooting at Stratingsplantsoen in Velsen-Noord on Wednesday evening. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to determine exactly what occurred ...

Kleverparkfestival ends after forty years: 'It’s run its course, our permit became 1500 percent more expensive'

The Kleverparkfestival in Haarlem is being discontinued after forty years due to a 1500 percent increase in permit costs. It is the second event in the city to recently announce its cancellation, foll...

Nine out of ten times Danny Bakker scores with a header. After his miss, he scores an own goal in the semi-final: 'Focus shifts back to Sunday'

Telstar captain Danny Bakker experienced a difficult match during the KNVB Cup semi-final against AZ, missing a header before scoring an own goal. The mistake contributed to Telstar's defeat, though B...

First-time buyers needed to borrow less for Haarlem homes last year

First-time homebuyers in Haarlem required an average mortgage of 429,000 euros last year to purchase a home. This figure indicates that starters in the local housing market needed to borrow less compa...

Telstar forward Sem van Duijn critical after semi-final exit against AZ: We must look at ourselves and did not create enough chances

Telstar forward Sem van Duijn expressed disappointment after his team's elimination from the cup tournament following a semi-final loss to AZ Alkmaar. Van Duijn criticized the team's inability to crea...

Zeewegbar’s ’Jodeljump’ fails to help Telstar. Marco after 2-1 cup loss: ’Time to focus on survival’

Telstar has been eliminated from the KNVB Cup following a 2-1 defeat, ending their hopes of reaching the tournament final. Despite a late goal that gave fans in IJmuiden hope, the team will now shift ...