Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Car goes up in flames in Haarlem
A car was destroyed by fire on the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem during the night between Thursday and Friday. The vehicle was completely engulfed in flames during the incident.
Fully pesticide-free greenery remains unattainable for Haarlem for now
Alderman Robbert Berkhout announced that Haarlem will not meet its goal of having all city greenery pesticide-free by 2028. The delay is caused by the limited availability of trees, shrubs, and grass ...
Relatable! 7 types of people you’ll encounter at campsites near Haarlem
The article identifies seven common types of people typically encountered at campsites, specifically focusing on those located near Haarlem. From dedicated camping professionals to those carrying toil...
Haarlem primary schools that questioned transition test receive support; Education Council also critical
Three primary schools in Haarlem belonging to the Spaarnesant group have received support from the Dutch Education Council in their opposition to mandatory transition tests. The council's recent repor...
Uproar in Saenredam Street over trees replacing parking spaces; tree damaged by 'vandals' with a saw
Controversy has erupted in Saenredamstraat over the installation of container trees on former parking spaces. Although the street's greening was recently celebrated, one of the new trees has already b...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (June 5-7)
This article provides a guide to activities and events taking place in Haarlem during the weekend of June 5 to June 7. It notes that this time of year is particularly enjoyable for visiting and experi...
Persistent Haarlem man (25) who overslept sent to jail after three laughing gas offenses: 'Prison is just not fun, you know?'
A 25-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to prison after being caught with nitrous oxide in a vehicle on three separate occasions. The defendant arrived late to his court hearing on Thursday ...
Groeneveen padel players want to stay in the Eredivisie like Telstar: ‘We are the underdog this year’
The Groeneveen padel team has begun competing in the Dutch Eredivisie, the country's highest padel league. Despite being considered underdogs this season, the team's primary goal is to avoid relegatio...
Thirty permit holders to move into Haarlem hotel early to relieve pressure on Ter Apel. Wienen: 'History repeats itself'
Thirty status holders entitled to housing in Haarlem will be temporarily accommodated in a local hotel to help alleviate overcrowding at the Ter Apel reception center. The Central Agency for the Recep...
'Beach bus' from Haarlemmermeer to Bloemendaal and Zandvoort meant to spread crowds, but Vijfhuizen fears more traffic
The province of Noord-Holland is launching a free 'Strandbus' pilot program between June 20 and August 30 to reduce coastal traffic from Haarlemmermeer and Haarlem to Bloemendaal and Zandvoort. While ...
Brown Mazda station wagon deliberately set on fire in Heemstede, police seek witnesses
A brown Mazda station wagon was deliberately set on fire on M. Vaumontlaan in Heemstede around 2:40 AM last Monday. Local police are investigating the arson and are currently searching for witnesses w...
Only a miracle can save Haarlem's combined rail maintenance. 'Destruction of capital'
The Dutch House of Representatives has accepted a 50 million euro loss and extended passenger disruptions due to stalled rail maintenance in Haarlem. Despite criticism regarding the waste of public fu...
Milo (22) and Mels (23) lost a friend to suicide: 'It brought us closer together'
Milo Elfers and Mels Dings share how their friendship grew stronger after the tragic loss of a mutual friend to suicide. Their story is part of a series highlighting the significance of social bonds a...
Special Olympics coming to Haarlem
Haarlem will host the Special Olympics National Games from June 12 to 14, featuring over 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities competing in 27 different sports. The event begins with a traditi...
De Adriaan Windmill out of scaffolding
Scaffolding has been removed from the Adriaan Windmill in Haarlem as painting and restoration work nears completion. While the mill's cap was waterproofed and woodwork repaired, a large rotten beam wa...
Nightlife culture subsidy for young people
The city of Haarlem has announced a €15,000 subsidy fund for 2026 to support creative night culture events aimed at youth under the age of 18. Organizers can apply for up to €2,500 per event for p...
Samen Haarlem Foundation and Spaarnediners win 2026 Participation Award
Stichting Samen Haarlem and Spaarnediners have been named the winners of the Haarlem Participation Prize 2026 for their impactful community initiatives. Stichting Samen Haarlem was recognized for its ...
Zandvoort Mayor: We should have seen youth nuisance at Pentecost coming
Mayor David Moolenburgh of Zandvoort admitted that the municipality should have better anticipated the youth nuisance that occurred during the warm Pentecost weekend. While emergency measures were eve...
'At the start of the evening people are hesitant; by the end we are dancing together' Participation awards for Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen
The Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen initiatives have been awarded the Participation Prizes for their work in fostering social connection through communal meals. The winners highlighted how shared di...
Sociaal Culinair celebrates its fifth anniversary at Nieuwe Groenmarkt on Sunday June 7
Sociaal Culinair will celebrate its fifth anniversary on Sunday, June 7, at the Nieuwe Groenmarkt in Haarlem. Over the past five years, the event has become a staple of the city's calendar as an affor...
'Fatigued' HBC must give it their all one last time against Hollandia after narrow defeat. 'Everything is still wide open'
HBC suffered a narrow 0-1 home defeat against Hollandia in a match where the players appeared visibly fatigued after a long season. Despite the loss, trainer Jasper Ketting remains optimistic, stating...
Haarlem makes citizens wait far too long for decisions; penalty payments cost municipality a fortune
The municipality of Haarlem paid 47,627 euros in penalty payments last year due to delayed decision-making, marking a tenfold increase over the past five years. City officials attribute the backlog to...
Haarlem residents launch national citizens' assembly on migration: 'Combat polarization and preserve our democracy'
A group of residents from Haarlem has launched a national citizens' assembly on migration to address and reduce deep societal polarization on the issue. The initiative aims to involve approximately 17...
'The misery in Groningen is so massive, I had no idea.' Spaarndam author Anne-Gine Goemans dives into earthquake zone for thriller
Spaarndam-based author Anne-Gine Goemans has released a new thriller set in the earthquake-stricken province of Groningen. The novel explores both the physical damage and the emotional toll on residen...
Man sets cars on fire in Haarlem and Enkhuizen, police seek this suspect
Police are searching for a suspect linked to car arson attacks in both Haarlem and Enkhuizen. Surveillance footage captured a tall, slim man targeting vehicles on Bergvennen in Haarlem and Asterweg in...
KLM employee fired after leaking 1,000 liters of kerosene: 'High fire risk'
A KLM employee has been fired and denied severance pay after causing a leak of 1,000 liters of kerosene last year. A court in Haarlem ruled that the incident created a significant fire hazard and seri...
Van Vessem bakery in Kleverpark fully restored to original 1907 style
Bakery van Vessem has restored its original shop in the Kleverpark neighborhood to its historic 1907 style. The renovation marks a return to the roots of the nearly 120-year-old family business where ...
Haarlem must house 283 more status holders this year
The municipality of Haarlem must provide housing for an additional 283 status holders by the end of this year, according to new figures from the Dutch government. Since the beginning of 2024, 91 refug...
Pure nostalgia: 5 historic shops in Haarlem
The city center of Haarlem is home to several historic shops that have been family-run for over a century. This article highlights five of these authentic businesses where visitors can experience loca...
Haarlem spends millions extra on laptops and smartphones for officials: 'Rise of AI driving up prices'
The municipality of Haarlem will invest an additional 7.5 million euros over the next five years to provide civil servants with updated laptops and smartphones. This budget increase is driven by stric...