Brothers Hans and Ruud Bosman have spent over a decade recreating a 1938 armored vehicle. The pair plans to move their project to the War Museum in Overloon for public display after years of dedicated work.
The Old Catholic Church in Haarlem is holding a public election to select a new bishop, marking the retirement of the current leader, Dirk Jan Schoon. Unlike previous elections, the outcome remains highly uncertain as candidates are drawn from a list of priests and the selection process involves multiple rounds of secret voting.
A seagull nicknamed Max was rescued from the Zandvoort Formula 1 circuit after suffering a concussion during the race weekend. The bird is currently recovering from its injuries at a bird hospital in Haarlem.
In the new television program 'Rutger & de buitenlanders', presenter Rutger Castricum explores the lives of immigrants living in Haarlem. The show examines how these individuals arrived in the city and investigates their prospects for the future.
Starting March 1, 2026, the city of Haarlem is offering subsidies to shop owners, restaurants, and social organizations to improve physical accessibility for people with disabilities. Owners can apply for up to €20,000 to fund modifications such as automatic doors, ramps, and accessible toilets, with the program running through 2027.
Local political parties in Haarlem are introducing four motions to the city council to improve the accessibility of public playgrounds for children with disabilities. The proposed measures include installing inclusive play equipment, ensuring nearby disabled parking, and involving experts with lived experience in the planning process.