Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem residents slightly better at waste separation, but city council still threatens new measures
Haarlem residents improved their waste separation rate to 50 percent in 2024, up from 49 percent the previous year. Despite this progress, the city government considers the improvement insufficient an...
Street robbery on Twickel: victim robbed by woman in red jacket and checkered skirt
A street robbery took place on Twickel in Haarlem on Saturday, April 4, where a victim was pushed and robbed by a woman wearing a red jacket and a plaid skirt. After the incident, the female suspect f...
Serious accident between car and fatbike in Haarlem, victim seriously injured
A serious collision occurred between a car and a fatbike at the intersection of Schoonzichtlaan and Zijlweg in Haarlem on Tuesday morning. The rider of the fatbike sustained serious injuries and was r...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (March 7 - April 13)
Haarlem will experience various roadworks and partial closures in several areas, including Van Marumstraat and Parklaan, from March 7 to April 13. These projects affect both the city center and surrou...
Burglary at second-hand shop in Haarlem
Police are searching for two young suspects following a burglary at a second-hand shop on Generaal Cronjestraat in Haarlem early Tuesday morning. The suspects smashed a store window around 4:20 AM and...
Burglary at Used Products store in Haarlem
A burglary occurred at the Used Products store on Generaal Cronjestraat in Haarlem on Tuesday morning. The incident took place at the retail location during the early hours of the day.
Woman fined 320 euros for bringing coral and feathers on plane: ‘How?!’ she fumes in court
A woman was fined 320 euros after appearing in court for bringing coral and feathers home as souvenirs on a flight. The case highlights the strict legal consequences for transporting protected natural...
Crowdfunding for TommyTomato to continue feeding 30,000 children, company flooded with positive reactions
A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to save the Haarlem-based school lunch delivery service TommyTomato from bankruptcy. The initiative aims to raise 35,000 euros to ensure the company can conti...
Painful to feel that Groningen dominated us
Telstar suffered a 0-2 home defeat against FC Groningen, with coach Anthony Correia admitting the visitors were superior throughout the match. The loss follows a significant 3-1 victory for Telstar ov...
Hundreds of children search for the golden egg near Haarlem-Spaarnwoude station: 'By the end of the day you don't hear them anymore, except when it's about Easter eggs'
Hundreds of children and their families gathered at the Playground near Haarlem-Spaarnwoude station last weekend to participate in an Easter egg hunt. The event featured three hundred hidden eggs and ...
Bryan Wilderom secures vital late win for DSOV against ZSGOWMS after impressive solo past three men. 'Opted for risk'
DSOV secured a crucial 2-1 victory against fellow relegation candidate ZSGOWMS to keep their hopes of staying in the second class alive. The match was decided in the 84th minute by Bryan Wilderom, who...
Pa's Furniture Show in the Slaughterhouse: As if time stood still
Pa's Meubelshow, an alternative artistic spring festival, returned to Haarlem this past weekend at the Slachthuis venue. The event recreated the atmosphere of its early-2000s origins, attracting many ...
Disappeared: De Sterren Boys, one of the distant predecessors of Olympia Haarlem
This article examines De Sterren Boys, a defunct sports club that was a predecessor to the current Olympia Haarlem. Part of a series on disappeared sports organizations, it highlights the club's 28-ye...
King's Day is coming to Haarlem! Don't miss a thing with this tip
King's Day celebrations are approaching in Haarlem, with various local events planned for the holiday. The article recommends using the 'indebuurt' app to stay informed about the festivities and ensur...
'Double' victory for Haarlem's Christiaan Bosselaar at tough Heuvelloop. 'Let the shoe do the work'
Christiaan Bosselaar, a 43-year-old from Haarlem, won the 15-kilometer race at the 39th Lions Heuvelloop. The event drew a record-breaking 800 participants and Bosselaar noted that despite the difficu...
Hesje Andersson exhibits her 'Swimming ABC' at Kunst aan de Kolk gallery. 'For me, swimming is social, floating and inspiring'
Haarlem-based artist Hesje Andersson is debuting her "swimmers' ABC" exhibition at Kunst aan de Kolk in Spaarndam this Saturday. The interactive display features artworks representing swimming-related...
Cheaper electric cars in demand due to high oil prices
Sales of second-hand electric cars in Noord-Holland have tripled in a year as high oil prices drive consumers toward more affordable transportation. Dealerships report a significant increase in demand...
Bus ride from Haarlem to Keukenhof gives tourists a preview of the bulbs: 'In America, there is still snow'
A bus service runs every thirty minutes from Haarlem station to the Keukenhof flower park in Lisse to accommodate tourists visiting the blooming bulb fields. The route is popular with international vi...
Haarlem suffers heavy defeat against Hoek van Holland for second time in a month: 'We missed too many tackles'
Haarlem's rugby team suffered a significant 60-17 defeat against Hoek van Holland, marking their second loss to the same opponent in a month. After a season heavily impacted by injuries, the team is c...
Hakim's (Sesame Street) circus must make way for new construction, but where to?
Hakim Tra'i'dia’s theater, Circus Hakim, must vacate its current location in Haarlem to make way for a new residential development of 200 homes. The municipality plans to demolish the building in ap...
New start for Paviljoen Loef behind Teletubbie Hill: 'A sail-through for your boat'
Paviljoen Loef, located at the Mooie Nel in Haarlem, has reopened following an extensive renovation. The establishment is now open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM and features a unique sail-through service fo...
'Fortunately, there is room for irony and self-mockery at Telstar.' Journalist and fan Milo Lambers writes book on Velsen's Pride
Journalist Milo Lambers has written a book about the Dutch football club Telstar, focusing on its history and the unique culture of irony and self-mockery within the organization. The work highlights ...
Westergracht was an 'open sewer' – Haarlem residents were glad it was filled in
The municipality of Haarlem is exploring the possibility of reopening several former canals, including the Westergracht near the Cathedral Basilica of St. Bavo. While the city investigates restoring t...
No cup for ZV Haerlem after thriller in Heerenveen: 'I saw a real team performance today'
ZV Haerlem lost the ManMeer! Cup final in Heerenveen, falling 11-13 to De Linge/PCG from Gorinchem. Despite the narrow defeat in the water polo match, the team was praised for their strong collective ...
Two victims assaulted by group of eight in Haarlem city center, bystanders intervene
Two victims were assaulted by a group of approximately eight individuals on Saturday evening in Haarlem's Lepelstraat. Bystanders intervened to stop the attack, causing the suspects to flee the scene....
Hiking trails in part of South Kennemerland National Park closed to protect young animals
Natuurmonumenten has closed several walking paths in National Park Zuid-Kennemerland to protect young animals during the breeding season. The measure is part of the "Protect the Young" campaign, which...
Have you seen Snoopy, Mini or Bella? These three pets are missing in Haarlem
Three pets named Snoopy, Mini, and Bella were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are encouraged to provide any information that could help locate the animals.
Haarlem disappointed after defeat to De Vinken, while KIOS dreams of title after flying start
Haarlem's field korfbal team suffered a 17-15 defeat against De Vinken in their season opener after holding a lead at halftime. In contrast, KIOS secured a dominant 9-19 victory over HBC, sparking ear...
Domestic violence wasn't tolerated in 1844 either: Aunt jailed for two years for abusing niece
In 1844, the Haarlem District Court sentenced a woman to two years in prison and a fine for the physical abuse of her niece. The verdict, which was upheld by the Provincial Court in 1845, serves as a ...
Car with French license plate flips over on bus lane in Haarlem
A car with a French license plate flipped over and landed upside down on a bus lane on the Europaweg in Haarlem on Saturday night. When emergency services arrived at the scene, they found the vehicle ...