Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Suddenly Naomi Verkerk’s (25) season of falling just short was over. ‘Maybe I underestimated what that does to you’
Speed skater Naomi Verkerk was forced to end her season early after withdrawing from the NK sprint tournament due to illness. After suffering from a week of flu and fever, the 25-year-old athlete was ...
English singer-songwriter Polly Paulusma coming to de Oerkap Thursday: ‘You feel the meaning in a song lyric’
English singer-songwriter Polly Paulusma is scheduled to perform at De Oerkap this Thursday. Following her 2004 debut album, Paulusma gained recognition opening for major artists such as Bob Dylan and...
No night trains around Amsterdam this weekend, limited service during the day
Due to engineering works by ProRail at Amsterdam Centraal, there will be no trains running at night this coming Saturday and Sunday. Daytime rail traffic on several routes around the Dutch capital wil...
Go wild, no eye bags: this house party for over-27s is coming to Haarlem
The house music event Love House is coming to the venue Houtbaar in Haarlem on Friday, March 13. Specifically targeting attendees over the age of 27, the party is designed to allow guests to enjoy a n...
Telstar can rectify 34-year-old failure against AZ: 'We played great football, unbelievable'
Telstar will face AZ on Wednesday with the chance to reach the KNVB Cup final for the first time in the club's history. This match marks their first opportunity to qualify for the final since 1992, wh...
Themed walk about Haarlem women in the colonial era
A thematic walking tour in Haarlem focuses on the roles of local women during the colonial period. The tour highlights figures such as Suzanna Dumion and Adriana Maria Dekker to illustrate their histo...
Schalkwijk definitely won't get school gardens after Poelpolder complex closure: 'Too scattered'
Haarlem's Schalkwijk district will not receive new school gardens following the closure of the Poelpolder complex in 2022. Alderman Robbert Berkhout announced that no suitable locations were found tha...
Automobiel provides free transport for disabled voters to Haarlem polling stations during elections
The transport service Automobiel will provide free transportation for voters with disabilities to polling stations in Haarlem on election day. This service will be available on Wednesday, March 18, be...
'I read two books over the holidays,' but most Vellesan College students read too little
Vellesan College has introduced a new school library to encourage students to read more frequently. Lower-grade students were given the opportunity to explore the new facility on Tuesday morning as pa...
One more year and one floor to go for the eye-catching Duinwachter
Construction of the De Duinwachter residential complex in Zandvoort has reached its eleventh floor, exactly one year after the foundation was poured. Developed by ROW and SBB, the project has only one...
Jeroen Janissen (28) moves to Team Essent after eventful season
Speed skater Jeroen Janissen is transferring to Team Essent's marathon squad following the current season. The 28-year-old Haarlem resident has signed a contract that runs until the summer of 2027.
Women exercising together in Schalkwijk
A low-threshold exercise group in Haarlem's Schalkwijk district is helping local women stay active in a safe and private environment specifically designed for those who prefer to exercise away from me...
Director Eddy Terstall comes to Haarlem: ask him anything about his latest film ’Land van Johan’
Director Eddy Terstall will visit Pathé Haarlem on Saturday, March 7, to participate in a Q&A session about his new film 'Land van Johan.' Audience members attending the 1:30 PM screening will have t...
Transport on election day
The city of Haarlem is offering free transportation for residents with disabilities or mobility issues during the municipal elections on March 18, 2026. Provided in partnership with the Automobiel ser...
What is happening to the legendary Zalencentrum Velserduin building? Personal training studio Goos PTC takes over
Personal training studio Goos PTC has begun renovating the former Zalencentrum Velserduin building on Velserduinplein. Co-owner Jeffrey Goos expects the transformation to be completed and ready for us...
Where the Albert Heijn on Kruisstraat is now, queens and presidents once stayed
The current site of an Albert Heijn supermarket on Kruisstraat was once home to the historic Hotel Funckler, which hosted royalty and presidents. Historical records from 1879 detail a visit by the Duk...
Community police officer Jerry Ramdayal on his mission in the neighborhood: ‘I really want to help people move forward’
Jerry Ramdayal, a 59-year-old neighborhood police officer, reflects on his lifelong dream of joining the force and his dedication to fighting injustice. He emphasizes that his mission is to genuinely ...
Ruud Kuin (SP) wants citizens to have more say in Haarlem: Not just about lines and trees, but also essential matters
SP leader Ruud Kuin is advocating for Haarlem residents to have a greater influence on significant local government decisions beyond minor urban planning details. Kuin criticized the city's current ap...
Heavy damage after collision on N208 near Velserbroek, road closed
Two cars collided on the N208 near Velserbroek on Tuesday morning, resulting in significant damage and a road closure. Ambulance personnel arrived at the scene to evaluate the individuals involved in ...
SportDaad misses action in Haarlem parties' sports plans: ‘They stick to generalities’
The Haarlem lobby group SportDaad expressed disappointment with the sports platforms of 17 local political parties, citing a lack of cohesion and concrete actions in their election programs. The group...
Cyclists’ Union wants more 30 km/h streets: ‘Velsen is lagging behind’
Han van Spanje of the Fietsersbond Velsen is urging the municipality of Velsen to accelerate the implementation of 30 km/h zones to match the progress of neighboring areas. He claims that Velsen is cu...
With the time capsule buried, the renovation of Eigenwijze can truly begin: ‘It will soon be your school!’
Construction of the new building for Kindcentrum Eigenwijze has officially started with the burial of a time capsule on Monday morning at the Visserstraat site. Four students participated in the cerem...
Haarlem man sentenced to prison for fake weapon threat and arson: 'A targeted action against the victims'
A 63-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to 360 days in prison for threatening a couple with a replica firearm and committing arson. The incident occurred in March last year on Zwaardstraat, ...
Suspect in Soest explosion also struck in Hoofddorp a week later
A suspect wanted for an explosion in Soest is also believed to be responsible for a dangerous blast in Hoofddorp that occurred a week later. The television program Opsporing Verzocht has released foot...
Pressure on Haarlem housing market eased slightly over the past four years
The pressure on the housing market in Haarlem has slightly decreased over the past four years, making it less overheated for potential buyers. Data released by area developer BPD indicates that while ...
Angelo Delsen, SP leader: ‘If I didn’t know GroenLinks was lying, I would have voted for them’
Mahla (45) from Haarlem screams with joy hearing Khamenei is dead: 'But celebrating feels too early'
Mahla Cacaee, a Haarlem resident who lived for years under Iran's oppressive regime, expressed joy following news that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in an Israeli and American attac...
Fire in Overveen dunes, road closed
A fire broke out in the dunes along Zeeweg in Overveen on Monday evening, prompting a large response from the fire department. The road was closed to traffic while emergency services worked to extingu...
Passive, sloppy and Mika Godts as Amin Younes: was PEC away really Ajax's worst game this season?
Ajax's scoreless draw against PEC Zwolle has been criticized by fans as one of the team's worst performances of the season. Supporters expressed their frustration with the lackluster play during the m...
Farewell to the warm heart of Overveen: Ineke Janssen leaves as owner of Primera after nineteen years
Ineke Janssen is stepping down as the owner of the Primera store in Overveen after nineteen years of service. The shop has been a central part of the local community, serving as a hub for residents du...