Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
More than 76,000 rental homes have already disappeared from the market – landlords complain about affordable rent legislation
Since the introduction of the Affordable Rent Act in 2024, over 76,000 rental homes have been sold off by landlords across the Netherlands, tightening housing supply. Rental prices are simultaneously ...
One in ten houses sold in Amsterdam is a former rental property, landlords complain: 'The damage is enormous'
Approximately 9.1 percent of homes sold in Amsterdam were formerly rental properties as landlords exit the market following the introduction of new rental legislation and higher taxes. Across the Neth...
Spaarne Gasthuis chooses Haarlem and invests in a new hospital
Spaarne Gasthuis has decided to maintain a full-service hospital with 24-hour emergency care in Haarlem, while converting its Hoofddorp facility into a planned-care day hospital. This reorganization a...
Spaarne Gasthuis to build entirely new hospital in Haarlem
Spaarne Gasthuis plans to build a new hospital in Haarlem-Zuid by 2033 to consolidate clinical and emergency care services. Consequently, the Hoofddorp branch will be repurposed into a day hospital fo...
Walking, chatting and taking a moment: join the Walk of Life in Haarlem
The Walk of Life is coming to Haarlem this October, offering free guided group walks on three consecutive mornings. The event focuses on mental health and social connection, inviting everyone to parti...
Haarlem Horror Film Festival comes to Schuur in Haarlem
The Schuur theater in Haarlem will host the first edition of the Haarlem Horror Film Festival from October 19 to October 25. The program features live-scored silent classics, the Tyro Film Competition...
Haarlem gears up for the holidays already: lights are already up
Haarlem has started installing its annual holiday street lighting, a tradition that originated shortly after the Second World War. Specialized installers are currently mounting festive displays across...
Falls in Haarlem: 9,575 elderly people seriously injured in the past five years
Elderly residents in Haarlem experienced 9,575 serious injuries from falls over the last five years, though recent data shows a downward trend in these incidents. Health experts note that targeted pre...
Artist Jeff Koons sells $100 million in art from private collection
Artist Jeff Koons is selling a private art collection valued at 100 million dollars through an upcoming auction at Christie's in New York. The collection includes high-profile works by Picasso, Manet,...
Champagne! These Haarlem restaurants retain their star in the new Michelin guide
Two Haarlem restaurants, Ratatouille Food & Wine and ML, have retained their Michelin stars in the 2026 guide. The announcement coincided with the centenary celebration of the first Michelin star awar...
Suspect (27) arrested for robbing necklace from elderly Mieke (96)
A 27-year-old suspect has been arrested and extradited from Germany for the violent robbery of a 96-year-old woman in Overveen. The victim's family and friends had conducted their own search for the p...
Help me make Haarlem accessible
The city of Haarlem is promoting awareness about accessibility, urging residents to keep sidewalks free of obstacles like bicycles and overhanging branches to assist people with disabilities. The init...
Ho, ho, ho! These are the dates for the Christmas market in Haarlem
The annual Christmas market in Haarlem is set to take place from December 11 to December 13, 2026. The three-day event will feature nearly 350 stalls and various entertainment programs located through...
Window and door on fire after explosion at Badhoevedorp home, perpetrator flees on fatbike
An explosion caused by an unidentified person damaged the entrance of a house on Stevinstraat in Badhoevedorp early this morning. The suspect fled the scene on a fatbike, and no arrests have been made...
Two teenagers arrested following violent street robbery in Haarlem
Police have arrested two 16-year-old boys in connection with a violent street robbery that took place last Tuesday in Haarlem. The victim was injured during a struggle after being blocked and threaten...
Have you seen Tim, Mollie or Akira? These five pets are missing in Haarlem
Five pets, including a retriever and four cats, have been reported missing across various neighborhoods in Haarlem over the past week. The local organization Amivedi has provided detailed descriptions...
Amsterdam Marathon 2026: all road closures and accessibility at a glance
The 2026 TCS Amsterdam Marathon will take place on October 17 and 18, causing significant road closures and public transport adjustments throughout the city. Motorists are advised to avoid the area du...
Waste bin full? Future sensors may sound the alarm
The municipality is testing fill-level sensors in waste containers to optimize collection routes and reduce trash accumulation on streets. A pilot project is currently underway, with plans to potentia...
Open House Day in Haarlem: 324 homes between 275,000 and 3,100,000 euros available for viewing
On October 3, the NVM Open Huizen Dag allows prospective buyers to visit 324 homes in Haarlem without an appointment. Prices for these properties range from 275,000 to 3.1 million euros, though expert...
Body found in Haarlemmermeerse Bos
A body was discovered this morning along a mountain bike path in the Haarlemmermeerse Bos in Hoofddorp. Police are investigating the cause of death and are calling for witnesses or dashcam footage fro...
Fireworks surrender scheme yields 254 kilos in Haarlem
A fireworks collection drive in Haarlem resulted in the safe surrender of 254 kilograms of fireworks and emergency flares. The event provided residents with a way to dispose of restricted items anonym...
No trains between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem due to power failure
Train services between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem have been suspended due to a power failure. The disruption was reported at approximately 10:40 AM, and NS advises passengers to check the travel...
Lunch is sacred: Norbert opens a South of France style lunch bistro
Chef Norbert has opened Cantine Cannes in Haarlem, a bistro focusing on Mediterranean-inspired lunches and seasonal dishes. After a successful summer, he is now expanding the business to include group...
HFC Haarlem still lives on in the city 16 years after bankruptcy, note authors of Kick
Former players and supporters of the defunct HFC Haarlem gathered for a reunion to celebrate the club's legacy 16 years after its bankruptcy. The event marked the release of a tribute magazine titled ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 2-4)
Haarlem hosts several music-themed events from October 2 to October 4, including the Haarlem Vinyl Festival, a Vinyl Bingo Diner, and a choir performance at de Koepel. Additionally, the St. Bavo Churc...
These North Holland farmers are seeking creative side incomes
Sixty percent of farmers in North Holland are diversifying their businesses with non-agricultural activities to ensure financial stability amidst industry uncertainty. These additional ventures, rangi...
Haarlem switches to Zo Gemeld for public space reports
Starting October 5, Haarlem is replacing the BuitenBeter app with the Zo Gemeld system for reporting issues in public spaces. This new platform aims to improve processing efficiency and allows residen...
Sun or rain? This is the weather forecast for October in Haarlem
Haarlem is set for a mild start to October with temperatures reaching up to 22 degrees before transitioning to more typical, unsettled autumn weather later in the month. Increased rainfall and cooler ...
Sustainable energy subsidy for Waarderpolder extended
The subsidy program for sustainable energy measures in the Waarderpolder has been extended until December 31, 2029. Businesses can receive reimbursement for up to 25% of costs for projects like solar ...
Report nuisance with Zo Gemeld
Starting October 5, 2026, Haarlem will replace the BuitenBeter app with a new system called Zo Gemeld for reporting public space issues. Residents can submit reports via the new mobile app or the city...