Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem Culinair 2026: everything you need to know about the food festival
The 31st edition of the Haarlem Culinair food festival will take place from July 30 to August 2, 2026. The four-day event is set to be held in the city's central Grote Markt square.
North Holland had its own monster: beware of the Bullebak
Author and historian Floor Bal has released a new children's book exploring traditional Dutch folklore, including the legend of the 'Bullebak' monster from North Holland. These historical tales often ...
Salary increase for Haarlem administrators: mayor receives nearly 400 euros more
The mayor and aldermen of Haarlem have received a salary increase this month. Their pay rise aligns with the new wage adjustments recently granted to civil servants in the Netherlands.
Carla drops out just before the start of the Four Days Marches but receives her gladioli anyway
After a leg injury prevented Carla van Bochoven from participating in the Nijmegen Vierdaagse, she successfully completed an equivalent distance by cycling around her hometown of Haarlem to raise mone...
Over 4800 households in Haarlem face energy poverty, with another 8600 at risk
New data from CBS and TNO reveals that over 4,800 households in Haarlem are experiencing energy poverty, with an additional 8,600 households at risk. These families struggle to afford rising electrici...
At least eight attacks by Asian hornets: "It is worrying"
At least eight attacks by Asian hornets have been reported in the area around Bloemendaal and Overveen within the last week. Experts warn residents to be vigilant, as these invasive insects can attack...
Attention Harry Potter fans: watch all the films in one weekend at this Haarlem cinema
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Pathé cinemas are hosting special screenings and marathons of the film series this summer. Fans in Haarlem can experienc...
Persistent fugitive (24) walks ‘very calmly’ after wild chase: fit officers catch him anyway
A 24-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday evening following a high-speed police chase that involved a helicopter and a damaged utility pole. After abandoning his vehicle, t...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 24-26)
This article provides a curated list of activities and events happening in Haarlem during the weekend of July 24-26. It aims to help residents and visitors enjoy their summer weekend with various loca...
Guests at Sandevoerde campsite refuse to give up, won't 'make way for the rich'
Long-term guests at Camping Sandevoerde in Zandvoort are continuing their legal battle against the campsite owner to prevent the site from being redeveloped into luxury chalets. Meanwhile, a similar c...
Mattress catches fire in elevator: apartment building in Haarlem evacuated
An apartment building on Clothildestraat in Haarlem was evacuated this afternoon after a mattress caught fire in an elevator on the sixth floor. No injuries were reported, and firefighters are current...
Car flips over on N205 near Vijfhuizen
A car flipped over on the N205 near Vijfhuizen late last night, leading to a temporary road closure toward the A9. Emergency services responded to the scene, and at least one person was transported to...
Explosion at home in Cruquius, major search for suspect underway
An explosion occurred at a residence in Cruquius during the night, resulting in damage to the property and a garden fire. Police launched a significant search operation for a suspect, though the activ...
Lonely Haarlem residents chat at Open Coffee House during the quiet summer
The Open Koffiehuis in Haarlem serves as a vital meeting place to combat loneliness among seniors, who often face increased isolation during the summer months. Through social activities and volunteer ...
Large differences in bicycle insurance premiums in Haarlem
Data from the comparison site Overstappen.nl reveals that bicycle insurance premiums in Haarlem can vary by up to 33 euros per year depending on the specific neighborhood. This indicates that a reside...
Cyclomedia takes photos of Haarlem
Between mid-August and mid-October 2026, Cyclomedia vehicles will drive through Haarlem to capture 360-degree panoramic street photography. The images, which will have personal identifiers blurred for...
Group of friends hunts down robbers of 96-year-old grandma Mieke's necklace
A group of friends is conducting their own search for three men who robbed a 96-year-old woman named Mieke of her necklace in Overveen. After police initially delayed their response, the group began g...
68 reports on demolition, tree felling, and traffic in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 68 permit applications last week regarding demolition, tree felling, and traffic issues. Residents are encouraged to review the provided list to see how these dev...
Jurran and Hima open Catalan vermouth bar: ‘Going out in Catalonia is a true experience’
Longtime friends Jurran and Ibrahim have opened a new Catalan-style vermouth bar called Bar Selona in Haarlem. The establishment aims to bring the atmosphere and culinary inspiration they gathered fro...
Sandevoerde campsite owner wants permanent guests gone within a month
The owner of Sandevoerde campsite in Zandvoort is demanding that seasonal campers remove their belongings by August 15th to facilitate the development of 250 luxury chalets. Campers are resisting the ...
Number of people on unemployment benefits in Haarlem rises for third consecutive year
For the third consecutive year, the number of unemployment benefits in Haarlem has increased, according to new data from the UWV. By the end of June, the city recorded its highest number of unemployme...
Tour of Haarlem by historic museum bus
The NZH Transport Museum in Haarlem is organizing a tour using a historic museum bus on Saturday, July 25. The bus will depart from the museum located at A. Hofmanweg 35 at 2:00 PM.
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (July 13 - July 20)
Road construction is occurring in multiple areas of Haarlem, including Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, from July 13 to July 20. Drivers should expect partial closures throughout the city center and...
Towering flames from construction waste container fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in a construction waste container on the Jan Gijzenkade in Haarlem shortly after 1:00 a.m. Firefighters successfully extinguished the blaze and protected a nearby vehicle from potenti...
Schalkwijk center is being built up, but will there still be room for the community center?
Club Schalkwijk, a community center in the center of Schalkwijk, provides a vital meeting place for local residents as the area undergoes large-scale redevelopment. While the center has proven popular...
Pedal to the metal! Pay the least at this gas station in Haarlem
Fuel prices in the Netherlands remain high, with an average cost of 2.232 euros per liter for Euro95 gasoline. A recent study by Independer highlights that these prices fluctuate daily and vary signif...
Have you seen Motya, Elza or Dozie? These 15 pets are missing in Haarlem
Fifteen pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being urged to keep an eye out for animals such as Motya, Elza, and Dozie.
More people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left
Last year, 39 more people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left the city, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The largest group of new arrivals consisted of 235 individuals from Ukraine.
Pink banknotes and unity during Pride Haarlem: "Too special to spend"
The third edition of Pride Haarlem featured a large Pride March and community festivities centered around the theme of unity. A unique highlight of the event was the introduction of specially designed...
Veerle moved to England: 'Even buying a sponge was suddenly an adventure'
Veerle, originally from Haarlem, moved to Reading, England, last year. She shares that the experience of emigrating involves adjusting to small, everyday tasks that can become challenging in a new cou...