Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Francesco (91) and Agnieta (95) rest in Tilburg, but their missionary work continues in the Moluccas
Two elderly sisters in Tilburg, Francesco and Agnieta, recently reviewed the impact of their long-term missionary work in the Moluccas through photographs taken by Ton Toemen. The article reflects on ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (February 27 to March 1)
This article provides recommendations for activities and events taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of February 27 to March 1. As the days grow longer, the city offers various engaging option...
Scented candle causes fire in Hoofddorp apartment complex: 'Bed was on fire'
A fire broke out in a Hoofddorp apartment complex this morning after a scented candle set a bed on fire while a teenage resident was briefly away. Emergency services evacuated the building and rescued...
Ajax punished for fireworks against FC Groningen: F-side empty during next home match
Ajax has been penalized with a closure of the F-Side stand for their upcoming match against Sparta on March 14 following a fireworks incident during a game against FC Groningen. The club accepted the ...
Roads in Velsen and IJmuiden closed for major asphalt maintenance
The municipality of Velsen will begin major asphalt maintenance on several regional roads starting in mid-March. Construction is scheduled to occur overnight between 8:00 PM and 5:00 AM, which may res...
Area ban for shot troublemaker in Spaarndam, 68-year-old shooter remanded for three months
A 68-year-old man from Spaarndam remains in pretrial detention for three months after shooting his neighbor in the legs in February. He faces charges of attempted manslaughter, aggravated assault, and...
Why more and more children are not going to school and how we are tackling it
The number of children not attending school rose to 821 during the last academic year. Authorities have investigated the causes for this increase and are now implementing measures to address the issue...
Help for seniors with moving
The City of Haarlem has reintroduced a moving expense allowance of €1,250 for seniors aged 65 and older who transition from multi-story rental homes to more accessible housing. This initiative, part...
Interior afternoon Haarlem houses
On March 6, 2026, Haarlem will host an event focused on the historical interiors of local houses dating from 1875 to 1945. Experts will discuss architectural details like stained glass and decorative ...
Elections: slightly fewer candidates in Haarlem than four years ago
On March 18, 365 candidates will compete for 39 seats in the Haarlem municipal council. This figure represents a slight decrease compared to the previous election four years ago, when 383 candidates w...
Snowdrop walk in Thijsse's Hof
Hundreds of snowdrops are currently blooming in Thijsse’s Hof botanical garden. The site is once again hosting its annual display of these early spring flowers.
'This is the practice ground. Here children really learn that we do it together,' says departing principal Ruscha Wijdeveld (67) of OBS de Erasmus in the disadvantaged Meerwijk neighborhood
Ruscha Wijdeveld is retiring as the director of OBS de Erasmus primary school in Haarlem's Meerwijk neighborhood after decades of service. The school, which hosts students from 35 different background...
70 municipal reports on demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed a total of 70 permit applications last week regarding demolition and tree felling. These reports were released to keep residents informed about upcoming activitie...
Major fire in Hoofddorp apartment building
A large fire broke out in an apartment building on Manenburgdreef in Hoofddorp, prompting emergency services to scale up to a Grip-1 level. Firefighters have rescued several residents from balconies, ...
Health inspectorate investigates lidocaine post-COVID treatment at Velsen-Noord clinic
The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) is investigating a clinic in Velsen-Noord for potentially violating medical research regulations while treating post-COVID patients with lidocaine. T...
Parking fines rain down on construction-plagued Meerwijk: 'Soon we’ll have to sell the street paper'
Residents of the Meerwijk neighborhood in Haarlem are facing a surge in parking fines of 139 euros each after parking illegally due to a lack of available spaces. The shortage is caused by an influx o...
Municipal elections on March 18: what OP Haarlem wants
Residents of Haarlem will vote in the municipal elections on March 18. This report focuses on the plans and candidates of the local political party OP Haarlem.
Nine months juvenile detention after Heemskerk explosion; teen also guilty of home robbery in Zuidoostbeemster
A 19-year-old man from Amsterdam has been sentenced to nine months of youth detention by the Haarlem district court. He was convicted for his involvement in an explosion in Heemskerk and a violent hom...
Appearance of conflict of interest: Alderman Stam avoids talks with Hoeve Nijverdal in 't Groot Clooster project
Alderman Eveline Stam is avoiding discussions with stakeholder Hoeve Nijverdal regarding the 't Groot Clooster project in Heemstede to avoid a perceived conflict of interest. Local entrepreneurs have ...
Referendum on Santpoort-Zuid asylum center rejected again; opponents now look to province for support
A committee has rejected a request for a referendum regarding a new asylum seekers' center in Santpoort-Zuid. The foundation behind the request now hopes the provincial government will intervene by re...
Company van heavily damaged by fire in IJmuiden
A company van was heavily damaged after catching fire on the Bik- en Arnoldkade in IJmuiden on Tuesday evening around 8:50 PM. The fire was discovered when flames began shooting out of the front of th...
Mega-talent Yara Akkerman (16) signs with top club Amsterdam: ‘It was an extremely difficult choice’
Sixteen-year-old sports talent Yara Akkerman has signed a contract with the top-tier club Amsterdam, departing from the Hague region this coming summer. She noted that the decision was difficult but u...
It’s getting warm! Terraces or nature: these are the best spots in the Haarlem region to enjoy the sun the longest
With temperatures expected to reach between 14 and 17 degrees on Wednesday, residents of the Haarlem region are encouraged to enjoy the sunny weather outdoors. The article provides a selection of loca...
Nanning Hagendoorn (76) has been building aquariums for 53 years, the last 11 in the IJmuiden port area
Nanning Hagendoorn, 76, has been building aquariums for 53 years and is currently based in the IJmuiden port area. After a long career that included running shops in Amsterdam and Haarlem, he is now c...
Waiting times in mental healthcare rising: ‘The longer you wait, the worse it gets’
Waiting times for mental healthcare in the Netherlands are increasing, particularly for complex cases such as eating disorders. Behavioral scientist Britt Speijer warns that these delays worsen patien...
Three years in prison and psychiatric treatment for Haarlem man who posed as teenager for online grooming
A 34-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to three years in prison and mandatory psychiatric treatment (TBS) for grooming and abusing minors online. For over a year, the individual posed as a ...
New power box at Deka on Meester Cornelisstraat causes noise nuisance for Sanne: 'Buzzing day and night. It’s driving me crazy'
A Haarlem resident is reporting persistent noise pollution from a new electrical cabinet installed during a recent supermarket renovation. Despite the constant buzzing sound affecting her daily life f...
Telstar supporter Wim Adrichem once wrote a book about being a fan of an unsuccessful club: ‘Maybe I should write a new one’
Telstar supporter Wim Adrichem is considering writing a new book following the football club's recent promotion and cup success. His previous work explored the experience of supporting a team that rar...
Teens flee police and wardens en masse in heart of Bloemendaal: Game of tag quickly turns serious
Teenagers in Bloemendaal participated in an organized game called 'The Hunt' on Tuesday morning, involving simulated high-speed chases with police and law enforcement. The activity, which appeared to ...
Motivator Zian Flemming makes Burnley believe in survival: ‘I personally did everything to change something’
Amsterdam-born forward Zian Flemming scored a key goal in Burnley's 1-1 draw against Chelsea to assist the club's battle against Premier League relegation. Flemming expressed his strong determination ...