Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Santpoort-Noord gets ATM back: residents can withdraw cash at Dekamarkt from March 23
Residents of Santpoort-Noord will regain access to a local ATM starting March 23, with a new Geldmaat machine being installed at the Dekamarkt supermarket. This move restores cash withdrawal services ...
Education beckons aspiring teachers: ‘It’s a bit of a puzzle, as I didn’t study English’
A Meet & Greet event featuring 42 schools from the Haarlem, Haarlemmermeer, and Amstelland regions saw a high turnout of prospective teachers interested in the profession. The gathering highlighted th...
Rijnland renovates wastewater treatment plant in Haarlem Waarderpolder
The Rijnland District Water Control Board has officially started the renovation and expansion of the wastewater treatment plant in Haarlem's Waarderpolder. The project began on March 5 with the instal...
Stepfather (77) sentenced to five years for abusing stepdaughter: ‘Abused his role as father’
A 77-year-old man has been sentenced by a court in Haarlem to five years in prison for the long-term sexual abuse of his stepdaughter. The court's ruling exceeded the prosecutor's request by one year,...
Jawbone with gold teeth belongs to a person who died after 1920
The Netherlands Forensic Institute (NFI) has determined that a discovered jaw with golden teeth belonged to an individual who died after 1920. This finding was confirmed by a police spokesperson as pa...
Following call for transparency, most Heemstede parties oppose shortcut at Sportpark HBC
A majority of political parties in Heemstede have declared their opposition to building a road or traffic crossing through Sportpark HBC. This decision follows an open letter from the Sportpark HBC Fo...
"We dance, but it's out of sadness," housing group risks losing their home
The residential group "De Nieuwe Ark," which includes four individuals with intellectual disabilities, faces potential homelessness as their current residence is scheduled for demolition in May. Suppo...
Haarlem most future-proof municipality
Haarlem has been ranked as the most future-proof municipality in the Netherlands according to a study on climate policy among 70 large Dutch cities. The city was recognized for successfully integratin...
Repeat offender back in court for IJmuiden thefts: 'Yes sir, it's quite a list'
A 35-year-old repeat offender appeared before a police judge in Haarlem on Thursday to face charges for a series of property crimes committed in IJmuiden between August and January. The defendant part...
Living in a gym in Betondorp? This former school is now for sale (and no, you don't have to do gymnastics anymore)
A former school building from 1926, known as De Scheepskameel, is currently for sale in the Betondorp neighborhood of Amsterdam. This unique property allows residents to live in a historic space that ...
Tada! Haarlem's first female council members receive portraits in city hall
Mayor Jos Wienen unveiled portraits of Haarlem's first three female council members at the city hall this week. The ceremony honors these prominent historical figures for their significant contributio...
Fred Grim spoke with Jordi Cruijff, but not about the future: 'We do it weekly'
Ajax interim coach Fred Grim stated that his recent meeting with technical director Jordi Cruijff did not involve discussions about his future at the club. Grim expressed no concern regarding his job ...
Heemstede coalition aimed for a future-proof village. What is already noticeable in daily practice?
The 2022 Heemstede coalition agreement set goals to make the village safe, green, and future-proof through updated frameworks and visions. Despite these legislative plans, the tangible effects on the ...
Dutch Tour hero gifts Ryan Kamp ‘Ferrari on two wheels’: ‘Nice to be out of the Belgian world’
Former professional cyclist Laurens ten Dam has established the only Dutch cyclocross team, featuring rider Ryan Kamp. Ten Dam aims to increase the popularity of cyclocross in the Netherlands, challen...
Finally clear why De Linie in Velserbroek has been without streetlights for years
A bureaucratic error has been identified as the cause of long-term street lighting failures at the Linie in Velserbroek. After years of residents' complaints and government agencies shifting responsib...
Mike (35) competes in flower arranging championship: 'I train intensively with fellow florists'
Mike Boerma, a 35-year-old florist from Haarlem, will compete in the Dutch Championship Floral Art in Ede on March 9 and 10. Boerma, who considers flower arranging a form of art, has been training int...
Queen Máxima visits NS Train Modernization in Haarlem
Queen Máxima and Minister Stientje van Veldhoven visited NS Train Modernization in Haarlem on Wednesday as part of Circular Economy Week. They observed how old double-decker trains are being refurbis...
Only pedestrians and cyclists allowed on Verfroller this weekend; maintenance on Langebrug later this month
The Langebrug in Haarlem, locally known as 'De Verfroller,' will be closed to motorized traffic for maintenance from the evening of March 6 until the morning of March 9. During this time, only pedestr...
Museum of the Mind closes Amsterdam branch due to disappointing visitor numbers
The Museum van de Geest is closing its Amsterdam branch on the Amstel due to disappointing visitor numbers and a lack of financial surplus. Moving forward, the institution will operate exclusively fro...
CKV Rapid finds permanent home in Haarlem-Noord after multiple moves: 'We are almost back to pre-pandemic levels'
Korfball club CKV Rapid has established a permanent location in Haarlem-Noord following several moves. The club is reportedly returning to its pre-pandemic activity levels as it operates from its base...
Three cars damaged by fire in Haarlem, police investigating
A car fire on Schubertstraat in Haarlem damaged three vehicles during the night between Thursday and Friday. Police are currently investigating the incident and have not ruled out the possibility of a...
Hum keeps IJmuiden resident awake: ‘The sound is described so well online, I’m increasingly thinking it’s the wind turbines’
Mascha Levasier-Neijenhuijs from IJmuiden reports being kept awake by a persistent, rhythmic humming noise that she suspects is caused by wind turbines along the North Sea Canal. She describes the sou...
The Zandvoort coalition promised it four years ago, but governance culture did not improve
The Zandvoort coalition, consisting of Jong Zandvoort, CDA, VVD, and OPZ, has failed to improve the local administrative culture despite making it a top priority in their 2022 agreement. This goal was...
Waste dumping goes wrong at Tata Steel: pig iron and water cause explosions and fire
A waste disposal incident involving pig iron and water caused explosions and a fire at the Tata Steel site on Thursday evening. The event occurred near Harsco and resulted in significant commotion in ...
Students debate at KSH Secondary School: 'It's not just about what you say, but especially how you say it'
Students at KSH Scholengemeenschap participated in a youth debate held in the school's auditorium. The event highlighted that young people have significant insights to share, emphasizing the importanc...
Musical plea at Bloemendaal town hall to save the Ark
The Haarlems Straatorkest performed at the Bloemendaal city hall on Thursday to support the Ark residential community, whose six residents are set to lose their home on May 31. The group is seeking as...
Ex-Jong Ajax coach read about his successor before even reaching his car: this is his story
Former Jong Ajax coach Willem Weijs discusses his sudden departure from the club following Jordi Cruijff's appointment as technical director. Weijs reflects on the abrupt transition and the challenges...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (6-8 March)
This article provides a guide for activities and events taking place in Haarlem during the weekend of March 6 to March 8. It encourages locals to head out and enjoy the city as the weather improves an...
One last cheese and a chat as Peter and Joan retire their cheese van
Peter and Joan, a couple from Velsen-Noord, are retiring and closing their mobile cheese bus business after years of service. On their final day, many loyal customers expressed their sadness and share...
'I always saw others getting diplomas and felt useless,' now Donald, who has an intellectual disability, has earned his first practical certificate
Donald, a 37-year-old man with a mild intellectual disability from Haarlem, has earned his first vocational practice certificate. He and five others completed the Assistant Service Provision training ...