Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
'Significant amount' of dead fish in the Spaarne due to oil in water: 'Important that it doesn't spread further'
A significant number of dead fish and an oil slick over one kilometer long were discovered in the Spaarne river last Friday. The Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland has installed oil booms to contain the s...
Triple Threat still searching for victory: 'We are not good enough at the moment'
The Triple Threat women's basketball team from Haarlem suffered a 66-88 defeat against the Den Helder Suns, marking their eighth loss in the last nine games. The team continues to struggle with their ...
For their first pool, Schalkwijk residents raised the capital themselves by passing the hat
The Schalkwijk neighborhood in Haarlem is planning a new 40-million-euro swimming pool, which includes a 2-million-euro iconic slide. This significant investment contrasts with the community's history...
'It went well for an hour.' South African Jan-Corrick van der Watt (25) is captain of a youthful Haarlem team
South African Jan-Corrick van der Watt captained a young Haarlem-based sports team in a match against Hoek van Holland at the Van der Aart Sportpark. Despite leveling the score at 19-19, the team even...
Haarlem shopkeepers and hospitality owners to receive subsidies for disabled toilets and wheelchair ramps starting in March
Starting in March, the municipality of Haarlem will offer subsidies of up to 20,000 euros per building to help shops, restaurants, museums, and social institutions improve accessibility. These funds a...
France summons US ambassador over activist's murder
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has announced that he will summon U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner over comments the diplomat made regarding the murder of a French far-right activist last wee...
Schoof: those were two weeks of absolute top-level sport
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof praised the national team’s performance following the conclusion of the Winter Olympics, calling the event a celebration of elite sport. The Netherlands achieved its...
Skeleton of Saint Francis displayed 800 years after his death
The skeleton of Saint Francis of Assisi will be publicly displayed starting this Sunday at the Franciscan monastery in Assisi for the first time in 800 years. The exhibition runs until March 22 and is...
Het Schoter students explore history of slavery: 'I hope they will retell the stories'
Students from the Dutch secondary school Het Schoter are participating in the "OnVergeten" project to learn about the history of slavery. The group gathered at the Grote Markt in Haarlem to engage wit...
Duinwijck set for national title battle after easy win; Drop Shot the first hurdle
Duinwijck secured third place in the regular season standings after a 6-2 victory over Smashing. The Haarlem-based team has qualified for the national title play-offs, where they will first face Drop ...
Onze Gezellen fails to upset second-division side, exits tournament with head held high
Fifth-division football club Onze Gezellen was eliminated from the district cup following a narrow 3-2 defeat against second-division side VVIJ. Despite the loss, the team left the tournament with pri...
Graaf Florislaan to become 30 km/h zone to reduce vibrations and noise from new speed bumps
The speed limit on Graaf Florislaan in Beverwijk is being reduced to 30 km/h to address significant noise and vibration issues caused by newly installed speed bumps. Local residents reported the distu...
Saving lives on 'Asphalt': road inspector Roy shares the raw reality of the highway
Former Dutch road inspector Roy Heiliegers has published a book titled "Asfalt" to highlight the dangerous and life-saving work performed by Rijkswaterstaat employees on the country's highways. The bo...
Have you seen Oreo, Remco or Pablo? These six pets are missing in Haarlem
Six pets, including animals named Oreo, Remco, and Pablo, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to provide any information that could help locate the mis...
TV presenter Koos Postema dies at 93
Renowned Dutch television presenter Koos Postema has passed away at the age of 93. His family announced on Sunday that he died on Saturday from old age, surrounded by his two daughters.
Enjoying history in Schagen: from milk salon to castle towers
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd has introduced a 2.8-kilometer historical walking route through the city center of Schagen. This self-guided tour explores local history by visiting landmarks such as...
Esther Sloots from Broek in Waterland wrote about her family story: 'I also had a judgment about the murder suspect'
Esther Sloots has released a debut novel inspired by a long-standing family mystery involving the alleged murder of her grandfather's cousin by his wife. By writing from the suspect's perspective, Slo...
Fire at warehouse in IJmuiden industrial area
A fire broke out at a warehouse on Wieringenstraat in an industrial area of IJmuiden on Sunday morning. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Who was Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’? In-depth research leads to nothing. ‘Fascination and frustration go hand in hand’
Johannes Verspronck’s famous painting "Girl in Blue" will be displayed at the Frans Hals Museum from March 12 to October 11 alongside portraits of her likely parents. Although the artwork is a celeb...
Iran: New talks with US in March over nuclear program
Iran and the United States are set to resume negotiations regarding the Iranian nuclear program in early March, with officials indicating a potential for a preliminary agreement. Iranian Foreign Minis...
Explosions heard in Kyiv after missile attack warning
Powerful explosions were reported in Kyiv early Sunday morning following warnings from Ukrainian authorities of an incoming Russian ballistic missile attack. Residents were urged to seek shelter as se...
In praise of the semicolon: a tricky thing, but true art when used well
Following a reader discussion regarding comma usage, this article explores the complexities and artistic potential of the semicolon. It characterizes the semicolon as a challenging punctuation mark th...
'Too few tough guys in the squad': why Ajax is not a serious contender for second place
Ajax is no longer considered a serious contender for second place in the league following a disappointing performance against Feyenoord. Analysts attribute the team's struggles to a lack of leadership...
Suspect in assault on officer at The Hague asylum protest still in custody
One suspect remains in custody following the arrest of eight people during a protest against asylum seeker housing at the former Haga Hospital in The Hague on Saturday. The individual is suspected of ...
Woman (81) killed in A59 crash after driving the wrong way
An 81-year-old woman from Oosterhout died in a car accident on the A59 highway near Waalwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Police investigations revealed that the fatal collision occur...
Beverwijk had the lowest voter turnout in the province in 2022. Will residents find the polls next month?
Beverwijk recorded the lowest voter turnout in North Holland during the 2022 municipal elections, with only 43.9% of eligible residents casting a ballot. Ahead of next month's elections, local reports...
Body of ninth California avalanche victim recovered
Rescue workers in California have recovered the body of the ninth and final victim following a massive avalanche that occurred last week. The group had been missing since Tuesday after skiing off-pist...
A59 motorway near Waalwijk reopened after accident
The A59 highway near Waalwijk reopened on Sunday morning around 7:30 AM following a traffic accident that occurred earlier in the night. The closure, which also affected several on-ramps in the direct...
Driver taken to police station after collision on N208 near Santpoort-Noord
Two drivers collided on the N208 near Santpoort-Noord during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Paramedics examined those involved at the scene, and one driver was subsequently taken to the police...
Husband and GP feels lump in wife Françoise’s (68) abdomen
While on the beach, a general practitioner discovered a lump in the abdomen of his 68-year-old wife, Françoise. As both are medical professionals, they understand the potential gravity of a cancer di...