Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Get a free meal in Haarlem during Keti Koti
To commemorate and celebrate Keti Koti, the day marking the abolition of slavery, free meals are being distributed at various locations. Residents in Haarlem can pick up a free meal as part of these c...
Young people do everything at The Big Sing: they write, act, and create the lyrics
The biennial vocal festival The Big Sing will host the youth performance 'Lost & Found' at PHIL Haarlem on June 25. In this production, young participants serve as both performers and creators, having...
Haarlem hits 'rare' heat level 9, city opens day shelters for homeless people
Haarlem and Amsterdam have reached a rare heat intensity level of 9, an occurrence that typically happens only a few times per year. In response to the extreme weather, the municipality of Haarlem has...
Royal decoration for Nel Bartman
Nel Bartman was appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau on June 23 for her 40-year dedication to the HKC Haarlem korfball club. Mayor Jos Wienen presented the royal decoration during the club's...
Blowing off steam over Werf Conrad demolition during therapeutic session at the Pletterij: 'Hardly any substantive discussion in city council'
A debate was held at the Pletterij in Haarlem to discuss the demolition of the historic 1897 Werf Conrad administrative building on Spaarndamseweg. Participants criticized the city council's May decis...
Public transport strike during rush hour: Can you still get to work? ‘I’ve never seen it so quiet’
A national train strike in the Netherlands left stations like Haarlem unusually quiet during a work stoppage between 4:00 and 8:00 AM on Wednesday morning. The strike disrupted travel for many commute...
No Haarlem funding for TommyTomato for now
The Haarlem municipality has not yet confirmed an investment in the lunch box company TommyTomato, with director Bas Turk stating the deal remains optional. Any potential funding is not expected to be...
44 municipal notices on construction, demolition, tree felling, and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 44 permit applications last week regarding local construction, demolition, tree felling, and catering. These notifications provide residents with information abou...
Haarlem warns of botulism in warm weather, do not touch dead animals
The municipality of Haarlem is warning residents about the risks of botulism during the current period of warm weather and advising against touching dead animals. In addition to safety warnings, the c...
The shade of Spaarnwoude: where to find relief from the heat? 'It's nice and quiet here and parking is free'
As high temperatures continue, the article explores various locations to find shade and water for cooling down. It highlights the Spaarnwoude recreational area as a quiet alternative to the beach, off...
Piet turns 80 and flies the flag: 'I should have been dead by now'
Piet Rolvink celebrated his 80th birthday this Tuesday by hanging a flag on his balcony and receiving congratulatory decorations from friends on his garage door. His daughter and her friend also visit...
Haarlem station travelers take strike in their stride: ‘Understanding on all sides as far as I’m concerned’
Travelers at Haarlem station are reacting calmly to a train strike that has disrupted morning commutes, including services to Amsterdam. While the strike is causing delays, some passengers expressed a...
Fewer trains, more water: NS takes these measures due to the heat
NS is implementing measures such as running fewer trains and providing water to manage the impact of extreme heat on the railway network. These adjustments may affect travelers departing from Haarlem ...
Libraries closing early due to high temperatures, Vogelenzang library closed Wednesday: 'It’s getting too hot'
Libraries in the Zuid-Kennemerland region will close early from Wednesday through Friday this week due to expected high temperatures. The library in Vogelenzang will remain completely closed on Wednes...
Two dreams clash in court: ’t Teylertje faces closure
The owner of the Haarlem-based lunchroom 't Teylertje and its tenant appeared in court on Tuesday to resolve a dispute over the termination of the establishment's lease. The property owner seeks to co...
Hot? These winter photos of Haarlem will help you cool down
To help readers cope with current hot temperatures, this article presents a collection of nine photos and videos showing snowy scenes in Haarlem. It encourages people to view these winter images as a ...
This Haarlem primary school is already on a heatwave schedule, leaving working parents struggling: 'Good they think of the children, but we have to rearrange everything'
The primary school De Piramide in Haarlem has implemented a heatwave schedule to protect students and staff from high temperatures inside the school building. While the measure prioritizes child safet...
Haarlem Volt leader compares treatment of Muslims to gas chambers and anti-Semitism; Holocaust expert calls it ‘inappropriate and unnecessary’
Volt councillor Chris IJsbrandy has faced criticism from the director of the National Holocaust Museum after comparing the current treatment of Muslims to Nazi gas chambers during a Haarlem council de...
Haarlem opts for low-key New Year's Eve: no light show or fireworks from municipality or associations
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has announced that the city will have an understated New Year's Eve celebration for 2027. The municipality will not organize any fireworks or light shows, and local associa...
Haarlem Court of Audit orders investigation into rat nuisance; ‘effective and structural approach’ potentially at stake
The Haarlem Audit Office has launched an investigation into the city's management of rat infestations to determine if current control efforts are effective. The probe focuses on whether unclear divisi...
Heatwave: Haarlem residents have relatively green and cool gardens
Haarlem residents have gardens with more greenery and plants compared to similar municipalities, helping to lower temperatures during heatwaves. Grassy areas can feel four degrees cooler than paved su...
Parents of Angela de Beer, murdered in Spaarnwoude, tired of waiting as appeal drags on
The parents of 35-year-old Angela de Beer, who was murdered in the Spaarnwoude nature reserve in 2022, are expressing frustration over the lengthy appeal process for suspect Cetin K. According to the ...
Special banknotes for Haarlem Pride: ‘The world’s first pride money’
Royal Joh. Enschedé in Haarlem has produced unique pink banknotes specifically for use during this summer's Haarlem Pride festival. Organizers claim the currency is a world first for a Pride event an...
Increased risk of wildfires in seven safety regions
Seven out of twenty-five safety regions in the Netherlands are currently facing an increased risk of wildfires, triggering a Phase 2 warning. The alert applies to all regions in North Holland, as well...
Increased risk of wildfires in seven safety regions
Seven safety regions across the Netherlands, including the entire province of North Holland, are currently facing an increased risk of wildfires. The fire department has issued a Phase 2 warning for t...
Vanished: De Musschen, the early predecessor and nickname of HC Bloemendaal
This article highlights the history of "De Musschen," a defunct sports club that served as an early precursor to the Dutch field hockey club HC Bloemendaal. After eight years of existence, the club me...
How Haarlem became the scene of a foiled assassination attempt on an Iranian activist
Prosecutors detailed a foiled plot to assassinate Iranian activist Siamak Tahmasbi at his home in Haarlem, allegedly orchestrated by fugitive Sami B. through an international hit team. Intercepted mes...
One primary school in the region starts a heat schedule today, while another just adds extra drink breaks. Why? It depends on the state of the building
Primary schools in the Haarlem region are implementing varied measures, ranging from tropical schedules to extra drinking breaks, to manage this week's high temperatures. Each school determines its ow...
Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’
Iranian musician Asghar Barani will host the 'Artin Muziek & Friends' concert at the Patronaat venue this Thursday after a previous cancellation in March. The event aims to bridge political divides th...
Ruud repaints restored Dance Bench in original colors: 'Passersby are happy it’s back'
The 'Dansbank' art bench has been returned to its location along De Baandert after being restored following an act of vandalism. Ruud van Zon of the Bankjesparade foundation is currently repainting th...