Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
American rock star pays tribute to resistance hero Truus Menger
American guitarist Tom Morello has released a song titled 'Date Night' which pays tribute to the late Haarlem resistance hero Truus Menger. The song recounts Menger's wartime actions against German oc...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (August 3 - August 10)
Multiple road construction projects are taking place across Haarlem from August 3 to August 10. These works, affecting areas such as the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Wilsonplein, will result in partial cl...
Welcome to the jungle: Jessie has over 300 houseplants in 50 square meters
Jessie, a resident of Haarlem, has transformed her 50-square-meter apartment into an indoor jungle filled with over 300 houseplants. Her extensive collection began with a single cutting years ago and ...
Have you seen Iep, Ziggy or Merlot? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twelve pets were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are asking the public for assistance in locating animals such as Iep, Ziggy, and Merlot.
Rollator car wash to combat summer lull: nursing home creates extra activities
Care home De Heemhaven in Heemstede is organizing a special 'summer week' with activities like a rollator car wash to help residents combat loneliness during the summer holiday period. As many family ...
Haarlem Live replaces controversial Jazz & More: focus on safety and diversity
The new festival Haarlem Live will replace the controversial Haarlem Jazz & More, with the first edition scheduled from August 12 to 16. Organized in collaboration with local venues, the event focuses...
How Gerry won lawsuit against KLM: 'Earned less for the same work'
Haarlem-based KLM stewardess Gerry Bouma won a landmark legal battle in 1992 after discovering she and other female colleagues were paid significantly less than men for the same work. Her victory secu...
50 million for PSV, 38 million for Ajax and 300,000 euros for Telstar: this is how much the clubs earned this summer
Dutch football clubs experienced varying levels of financial success during the summer transfer window, with PSV leading earnings at 50 million euros and Ajax securing 38 million euros. In contrast, T...
Will it stay tropical or not? This is the weather forecast for August in Haarlem
Meteorologist Sarah van Gorp from Weeronline provides an outlook for the weather in Haarlem throughout August. Following a warm and dry start to the summer, residents can expect a forecast for the com...
Low-income families in Haarlem receive 94 euros more in benefits than in neighboring municipalities
Low-income families in Haarlem receive 694 euros in annual income support for a 14-year-old child, which is 94 euros more than the 600 euros provided in neighboring Haarlemmermeer. This highlights sig...
Haarlem housing market: average buyer pays 5 percent above asking price
Buying a home in Haarlem remains difficult as 74 percent of buyers paid above the asking price in the past six months. The overall difference between asking prices and final sale prices has remained c...
16-year-old suspect in Zandvoort Pride assault released
A 16-year-old boy suspected of assaulting and insulting a visitor at the Pride on the Beach event in Zandvoort has been released under conditions by a judge. The Public Prosecution Service confirms th...
Massage parlor license revoked
Mayor Jos Wienen has revoked the operating license for the massage parlor Multimassage in Haarlem following an investigation by the Dutch Labour Inspectorate. The investigation revealed the illegal em...
Haarlem hosts thirty refugees in prime city center hotel
The municipality of Haarlem is temporarily housing thirty status holders at the Ambassador City Centre Hotel to help alleviate pressure on the asylum seeker center in Ter Apel. The residents will rema...
From espresso to pasta: Mercato Tomato brings Italy to Hortusplein
Hospitality professionals Tom, Maarten, and Tom have launched Mercato Tomato, a new Italian coffee shop, lunch spot, and deli located on the Hortusplein. The business offers a variety of Italian food ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 31 - August 2)
With warm weather expected for the weekend of July 31 to August 2, various activities are planned throughout the city of Haarlem. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the summer season with these curated...
Haarlem wants to hear your take on the new euro bills: are you team bird or team human?
Residents of Haarlem are being invited to share their preferences for the designs of upcoming new banknotes. The public can provide input on which themes, such as nature or historical figures, they wo...
Haarlem children's camp Stuif-Stuif has been an alternative holiday for low-income families in Haarlem for 65 years
The Haarlem-based children's event 'Stuif-Stuif' is celebrating its 65th anniversary, providing holiday activities for children from low-income families since 1962. Supported by a dedicated team of lo...
Shocking or not? This is what a student room in Haarlem costs per month
As the new academic year approaches, many students are looking for housing in Haarlem. The article examines the monthly costs associated with renting a student room in the city.
To spray with salt water or not to spray? Potato farmers struggle with drought
Potato farmers in the southern part of North Holland are struggling with drought and rising salt levels in irrigation water, forcing them to choose between using harmful water or letting crops wither....
Cockatoo Twinkie misses the rain: sprinkler offers relief during heatwave
During a period of high temperatures, pet store owner Ad Hinten from Hoofddorp shares advice on how to keep various pets cool safely. He emphasizes using lukewarm water instead of icy water and sugges...
Large police and EOD investigation in water near Haarlem
Police and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) are conducting a large-scale search operation in the water near the Meerwijkpad in Haarlem. While divers and drones are being used in the inves...
44 reports from the municipality last week regarding construction in Haarlem and more
The municipality of Haarlem processed 44 permit applications last week, with 43 requests concerning Haarlem and one regarding Spaarndam. Residents are encouraged to review the list of applications to ...
Creative bird crafting at the Haarlem Bird Hospital
The Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem is hosting an afternoon event for children focused on birds and nature. The program is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 2nd, from 14:00 to 16:00 at Vergierdeweg ...
Hurry up with foundation repairs, experts say: Entire neighborhoods at risk of collapsing
Experts warn that nearly 780,000 homes in the Netherlands could face foundation failure within the next 25 years. They urge immediate action to address this nationwide problem, noting that it affects ...
Multiple cars burn out, including luxury sports car
Multiple cars were destroyed by fire during the night in the Dutch towns of Hoorn, Zaandam, and Haarlem. Authorities are investigating the incidents, including a potential case of arson in Zaandam and...
NS to run extra trains between Amsterdam Centraal and Zandvoort during Formula 1
The Dutch national railway, NS, is operating extra trains between Amsterdam Centraal and Zandvoort from August 21 to 23 to accommodate an expected 50,000 Formula 1 fans. Additionally, the national tra...
Waiting for the train? 7 coffee and food spots at and near Haarlem Station
This article highlights seven recommended coffee shops and eateries located at or near Haarlem Station. It provides options for travelers looking to enjoy a meal, have a coffee, or work on their lapto...
Pride Zandvoort visitor assaulted and verbally abused, minor arrested
A visitor at a Pride event in Zandvoort was assaulted and verbally abused on Monday afternoon. Police have arrested a minor suspect and are investigating the incident as a potential hate crime related...
Remarkable! Partial solar eclipse soon to be visible in Haarlem
A partial solar eclipse is expected to be visible over Haarlem on Wednesday, August 12. Residents will be able to observe the phenomenon, which will appear as if a portion of the sun is missing.