Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Reigers settle for draw in derby against HBS. 'The men know each other inside out'
The regional derby between field hockey clubs Reigers and HBS ended in a high-scoring 4-4 draw. Both teams saw little movement in the league standings following the result.
LIVE Eredivisie | Ricardo Pepi fails to put PSV ahead, Telstar captain keeps his team in the game
PSV is facing Telstar in an Eredivisie match, looking to avenge a previous loss against the team earlier this year. While PSV's Ricardo Pepi missed an opportunity to take the lead, Telstar's captain h...
HBS women not dangerous enough against Leonidas. 'It’s a bitter way for it to go, with the penalty stroke against us'
The HBS women's hockey team drew 2-2 against Leonidas after leading twice during an away match. Coach Wiegert de Regt noted that the team lacked the clinical edge and aggression needed to secure a thi...
Telstar with Hetli instead of Thorisson against PSV. Icelander injured for clash against Eindhoven side
Telstar will feature Soufiane Hetli in attack for Sunday's match against PSV, as he replaces the injured Nokkvi Thorisson. Manager Anthony Correia will also be without midfielders Nils Rossen and Joch...
Parkwijk pioneers look back: from flowers to hot tubs at Beatrixplein
Koos and Hannah Sijm reflect on their history as pioneering business owners at the Beatrixplein shopping center in Haarlem-Oost. The couple opened their flower shop, Floriade, in 1960 within the then-...
Strong blocking leads Spaarnestad to victory over Jokers, securing safety. 'Great to be able to finish the season calmly'
Haarlem-based volleyball team Spaarnestad secured their safety for the remainder of the season with a 4-0 victory over Jokers. This win served as revenge for a previous defeat in Maastricht and allows...
Hillegom too strong for BOL at home: ‘We cracked the code together’
SV Hillegom secured their third consecutive victory with a 2-1 home win against BOL at Sportpark De Zanderij. The team, led by coach Hans Schakel, continues a successful streak following recent wins a...
Spaarnestad can put the champagne on ice after poor start against Halley
The women's volleyball team of Spaarnestad faced significant pressure this weekend as the leaders of the first division following a loss in the previous week. Despite a difficult start against Halley,...
Hannie Schaft commemorated in cell 55 of the Koepel: ‘It is remarkable that she kept going’
A new exhibition in cell 55 of the former Koepel prison commemorates Dutch resistance fighter Hannie Schaft by telling the story of her brief imprisonment there. The display highlights her persistence...
Championship match? Telstar already knows how to beat PSV: ‘We cracked their code for a bit back then’
Telstar coach Anthony Correia expresses confidence in defeating PSV again, while local fans are reportedly being offered up to 500 euros to sell their tickets to PSV supporters. The upcoming match cou...
'I don't know what happened, but we weren't a team anymore.' Rijk Gombault on Haarlem’s painful defeat
Haarlem's rugby team suffered a 26-29 defeat against Oisterwijk Oysters, making their goal of reaching eighth place in the top league unlikely. Despite a late try by Rijk Gombault, the team struggled ...
Have you seen Pip, Coco, or Jessie? These four pets are missing in Haarlem
Four pets, including those named Pip, Coco, and Jessie, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to provide any information that could help locate these ani...
Velsen beat Olympia thanks to a formidable Floris Reurts hat-trick: 'Every now and then you have to show the boys how it’s done'
Floris Reurts scored a hattrick to lead Velsen to a dominant 0-3 victory over Olympia Haarlem. The away win provides redemption for Velsen, who had lost their previous home match against the same oppo...
Demolition in Kruisstraat: Jan Sikkes and Bristol rapidly dismantled
The former premises of the Jan Sikkes fabric store and Bristol discounter on Kruisstraat are being rapidly dismantled, with only the ground floor of the building set to remain. This demolition marks a...
Haarlem security company challenges lost Bollenstreek contract: ‘Tender for guarding reception centers was unfair’
Haarlem-based security firm Alpha Security BV has initiated a summary proceeding against the work organization HLT Samen over a lost contract for guarding reception centers in the Bollenstreek. The co...
Jan (78) dies while snorkeling on holiday in Egypt
78-year-old Jan Lenderink passed away from heart failure while snorkeling in the Red Sea during a vacation in Egypt with his partner and her family. His sudden death has turned the holiday into a trag...
Picking tulips at the Grote Markt, the mystery of Zuiderstraat, and more news from the past week
Recent news from Haarlem includes tulip picking at the Grote Markt and stories about local residents who moved abroad. The update also features a call for readers to share blossom photos and highlight...
No more ‘pizza’ this season for Ronald Koeman (30), who excels weekly at Telstar: ‘Need a bit of luck against PSV’
Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman has maintained his strong form in the Eredivisie this season after helping his team through last year's play-offs. Ahead of a match against PSV, Koeman reflects on his...
LIVE Eredivisie | Championship party in Velsen-Zuid: Will PSV manage to beat Telstar this time?
PSV faces Telstar in Velsen-Zuid with the league championship at stake if results go their way. The league leaders are looking to overcome a side that has already beaten them once this season. The mat...
Jolted Royal HFC firmer in mid-table after win over AFC: 'I hammered on discipline at halftime'
Koninklijke HFC secured a victory against AFC, strengthening their position in the middle of the league standings. The win followed a previous collapse against Kozakken Boys, with the coach emphasizin...
Mayor Jos Wienen welds anchor chain to establish Floating Heritage Kon-Tiki: ‘It symbolizes the link to the future’
Mayor Jos Wienen officially established the Varend Erfgoed Kon-Tiki (VEK) on Saturday at scouting Kon-Tiki in Haarlem by welding an anchor chain. The event, attended by many, symbolizes a link to the ...
Teenagers still in custody after arrest at Jewish institution in Heemstede
Two teenagers from Amsterdam remain in police custody following their arrest for suspicious behavior near a Jewish institution in Heemstede. The incident occurred amid heightened security after severa...
Delicious dining at undiscovered Shree for a reasonable price (8)
Shree is an Indian vegetarian restaurant that offers a wide range of vegan options at affordable prices. The establishment is noted for providing a high-quality dining experience centered on authentic...
New climbing routes in Spaarnwoude: more variety for climbers of all levels
The climbing wall in the Spaarnwoude recreation area is adding new routes to provide more variety for climbers of all skill levels. These updates aim to enhance the climbing experience by offering a b...
New lamps for Haarlem station hall built around the corner in Huib's workshop: 'We were given a lot of freedom'
Local craftsman Huib Nelissen is constructing new chandeliers for the Haarlem railway station hall in his workshop located near the station. The project allowed for significant creative freedom in des...
Singing along with the St. Matthew Passion in Haarlem’s Adelbertus Church: How music connects despite a failing brain
Stichting Bachkoor Holland is hosting a sing-along concert of the Matthäus Passion this Sunday at the Adelbertuskerk in Haarlem. The event is a collaboration with the KomPassie choir, which brings to...
Free day out: visit these greenhouses near Haarlem during Kom in de Kas
The Kom in de Kas event offers a free family outing on April 11 and 12, 2026, featuring greenhouse visits near Haarlem. This event is designed to be accessible regardless of the weather, providing an ...
From 'Do we have money to spare?' to 'it brings cooling to the city': Haarlem deeply divided over restoring filled-in canals
A poll regarding the restoration of water to Haarlem's filled-in canals resulted in a nearly equal split among 1,135 respondents. The "disagree" camp won by a single vote, reflecting deep public divis...
From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games
Mitch Kolkman, a 23-year-old triathlete from Haarlem, has moved from Sittard to Girona, Spain, to prepare for the upcoming season and the Los Angeles Olympics. Despite his transition to the new traini...
Top chef Nico Koji Miyahira now prepares meals as a volunteer at Hospice De Heideberg: ‘If I can still contribute to this final stage of life, I want to do that’
Nico Koji Miyahira, a 37-year-old professional chef from Haarlem, has begun volunteering to prepare high-quality meals for residents at Hospice De Heideberg in Santpoort-Noord. Inspired by his childho...