Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
'Fish Migration Day' at Rijnland pumping station in Spaarndam
The Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland is organizing a "fish migration day" on Saturday, May 23. The event will be held at the historical Spaarndam pumping station to highlight local fish passage efforts.
Spaarne Gasthuis, Buurts and GGD demand more public transport, neighborhood teams and mold prevention: ‘That is what is needed’
The regional healthcare platform Sigra is calling on municipalities in the Haarlem area to invest in mold prevention for housing, expand neighborhood social teams, and upgrade public transport service...
Male swan bids farewell to mate of 15 years found decapitated at playground: 'The sound was bone-chilling'
A female swan was found decapitated near a playground in Velserbroek, causing significant distress to the local community and her mate of fifteen years. While the bird hospital suspects human involvem...
'Tireless' city historian Wim Cerutti awarded Medal of Merit
Haarlem historian Wim Cerutti was awarded a medal of merit by Mayor Jos Wienen for his long-standing dedication to the North Holland Archives. The 79-year-old received the honor during a ceremony at t...
Haarlem residents' healthcare costs rise for fourth year in a row
Residents of Haarlem spent nearly 510 million euros on healthcare in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of rising costs. According to data from Vektis, the five percent increase represents the ...
Leaking sheet piling causes another sinkhole at Donkere Spaarne: 'This is major'
A sinkhole has appeared on a walking path along the Donkere Spaarne for the third time in 18 months due to a leaking sheet pile wall. Water from the Spaarne river seeped under the pavement, eroding th...
'Because he celebrated life': Festive tribute to hospitality figure Mike on Ascension Day
The 'Hou de Fakkel Hoog Fest #2' will be held on Ascension Day at the Slachthuis in Haarlem as a festive tribute to the late hospitality worker Michael van Putten. Organized by Ruud Baetens and others...
Virtual reality lets healthcare workers experience what it's like to have dementia
Healthcare workers at the Kennemerhart care center in Haarlem are using Virtual Reality technology to experience life from the perspective of a person with dementia. This immersive training, featured ...
Telstar fans review stadium snacks: From delicious Twente ham rolls to noodle snacks as hard as hockey pucks
Fans of the football club Telstar review snacks at various Dutch stadiums during away matches via their Instagram account 'Witte Leeuwen op Reis!'. Their critiques range from praising delicious local ...
Anniversary funky party machine Friday at Patronaat; Amsterdam Klezmer Band returns with ‘new color palette’
The Amsterdam Klezmer Band is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a performance at the Patronaat in Haarlem this Friday. Bassist Jasper de Beer credits the band's long-term success to their diverse ...
Check your power connection before going green
Residents in Haarlem are advised to verify if their electrical connections are sufficient before installing sustainable technologies like heat pumps or solar panels. Due to increasing grid congestion ...
Koen Radstake new municipal secretary of Haarlem
Koen Radstake has been appointed as the new municipal secretary and general director of Haarlem, effective June 1st. He succeeds Catrien Lenstra, who moved to the municipality of Amsterdam, and will a...
Linda’s tomato plants are a hit at ATV De Hofgeest seedling market: ‘A lady told me my plant had an incredible yield’
Linda Krukkert sold various plant cuttings, including popular tomato plants and dahlias, at the ATV De Hofgeest cuttings market. The event was a success for Krukkert, with visitors reporting high yiel...
The Luilak market is coming: a kilometer of plants, flowers and more
The annual Luilakmarkt is returning to Haarlem, featuring a kilometer-long market dedicated to flowers and plants along the Raamvest and Raamsingel. On Friday evening, residents and visitors can brows...
Dawn swimming at De Houtvaart. Outdoor pool opens season on Ascension Day
The historic Houtvaart outdoor swimming pool will begin its season on Ascension Day with an early morning "dew swimming" event. From 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM, visitors can enjoy the water for a special entr...
The Butcher’s Daughter and VIZ open joint pop-up shop: ‘If your product has no story, you might as well go to the supermarket’
Guusje Broekhof and Maarten Post have opened a collaborative pop-up shop on Grote Houtstraat called De Slagersdochter and VIZ. The venue blends a specialty grocery store with a dining area, aiming for...
Artist De Rooij donates three large works to Verwey Museum Haarlem
Renowned Haarlem-based artist Jacobien de Rooij has donated three large drawings to the Verwey Museum Haarlem. The donation adds significant works by the local artist to the museum's collection.
'Attention to greenery in Haarlem construction plans still leaves much to be desired': Platform Groen critical in review
Platform Groen has expressed dissatisfaction with the Haarlem city council's handling of greenery in urban development projects over the past six years. In its recent annual report, the advisory group...
Heavy smoke at shed fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in a shed on Laan van Osnabruck in Haarlem during the night of Monday to Tuesday. Although the blaze produced a significant amount of smoke, no injuries were reported.
Mayor continues guaranteed subsidy for Christmas market: 'This has already been discussed separately'
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen has decided to maintain a guaranteed subsidy for the city's annual Christmas Market, bypassing a city council motion. This decision ensures the event does not have to compete ...
Fundraiser launched to save vandalized Houtplein artwork: ‘Aiming to return the sculpture before summer’
The Stichting Beeldengalerij Haarlem and artist Jackie Sleper have launched a fundraising campaign to repair the vandalized sculpture 'Hirondelle' at Houtplein. The organizers need approximately 2,000...
These are the supermarket opening hours in Haarlem during Ascension Day 2026
Supermarkets in Haarlem will have specific opening hours during Ascension Day in 2026. This guide provides residents with a list of store operating times to help them plan their shopping during the ho...
Vanished: Spaarnestad began on a gray sandy plain in the early 1920s
This article explores the history of the defunct football club Spaarnestad, which was established in the early 1920s. It was the predecessor to the club Young Boys, which eventually ceased to exist in...
Migrants contributed significantly to Haarlem’s prosperity in the seventeenth century
Refugees and migrants played a crucial role in the history and economic prosperity of Haarlem, particularly during the seventeenth century. The article highlights that migration is a recurring phenome...
Car and fatbike collide on Dijkzichtlaan in Haarlem, car heavily damaged
A car and a fatbike collided on the Dijkzichtlaan at the border of Santpoort-Noord and Haarlem on Monday afternoon. The accident occurred around 12:55 PM and resulted in significant damage to the car.
Mourning protest over killing of hundreds of thousands of geese in North Holland
Activists from Animal Rebellion held a funeral procession in Haarlem to protest the annual culling of 100,000 geese in North Holland. The group delivered a formal letter of complaint to provincial dep...
Five sheep get summer haircuts in Haarlemmerhout: from thick fleece to airy look in minutes
Five sheep at the city farm De Houthoeve in Haarlemmerhout have been shorn to prepare for the upcoming warm summer. The shearing process quickly removed their thick winter coats, providing the animals...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (May 11 - May 18)
Roadworks scheduled in Haarlem from May 11 to May 18 will result in partial closures of several streets, including Kinderhuissingel and Parklaan. Commuters are advised to prepare for disruptions acros...
Orange cranes, yellow and green loaders: colorful construction chaos along Europaweg Haarlem
The Europaweg in Haarlem is currently experiencing significant construction activity characterized by a wide variety of colorful machinery. Observers can see orange cranes alongside yellow and green s...
How are motorists in Haarlem and Velsen adjusting their driving habits? 'Ten short trips and the tank is empty too'
A survey conducted at gas stations in Haarlem and Velsen explores how local motorists are adjusting their driving habits in response to rising fuel prices. Residents are considering options such as us...