Six pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked for assistance in locating animals named Billie, Charlie, and Gandalf.
The Koninklijke HFC football club in Haarlem has officially opened its new clubhouse after nine years of planning and construction delays. The members and supporters expressed great pride and satisfaction with the new facility, which replaces the temporary structures that had been in use at Sportpark Spanjaardslaan.
A 'Wind Phone' has been installed in a hermit's hut at the Elswout estate in Overveen to help people cope with grief by symbolically talking to deceased loved ones. Initiated by Haarlem resident Trudy Satink in collaboration with Staatsbosbeheer, the non-functional phone provides a quiet space for visitors to process their emotions.
The ten-day 'Vredesweek Haarlem' has begun, focusing on themes of connection, dialogue, and mutual respect within the local community. Through various debates, activities, and discussions, organizers aim to explore how residents can foster peace and embrace their differences.
A survey conducted by CBS, RIVM, and GGD reveals that one in seven residents of Haarlem experiences strong feelings of loneliness. In specific areas such as the Van Schendelbuurt and Winkelcentrum Schalkwijk, this figure rises to one in four adults.
Burendag 2026 will take place on Saturday, September 26, to encourage neighbors to connect and build stronger community ties. Various activities are being organized throughout Haarlem to celebrate the occasion.
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