haarlemJan 15, 2026, 12:00

Business premises closed after discovery of drugs and fireworks

Mayor Jos Wienen has closed three business premises in the Waarderpolder industrial area of Haarlem after police discovered 666 hemp plants and nearly 1,100 kilograms of illegal fireworks. The illegal electricity tapping used for the nursery, combined with the stored fireworks, created a severe fire hazard that threatened the surrounding area. These closures are part of an ongoing effort by local authorities to combat organized crime and improve public safety.

Politics Business Haarlem Netherlands

Read original ↗

Eventful Davina Michelle performance at open-air concert: fall, landing in a ditch, and red patches

During an outdoor concert at Caprera in Bloemendaal, singer Davina Michelle experienced a difficult performance marked by a fall into a ditch. Following the show, the artist revealed that she suffered from significant physical reactions, including red patches on her face.

Haarlem versus the American Harlem: how similar the two really are

This article explores the similarities between the city of Haarlem in the Netherlands and the neighborhood of Harlem in the United States. Despite their different appearances, the two share commonalities that go beyond their nearly identical names.

Residents evacuated in middle of the night after explosive found at Nieuw-West toy store

Residents of an apartment building in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district were evacuated early in the morning after an explosive was discovered at a local toy store. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service arrived on the scene to safely remove the device, allowing residents to return home shortly before 6:00 AM.

Johan Cruijff Arena tests automatic payment for drinks and snacks

Ajax supporters can participate in a pilot program at the Johan Cruijff Arena that allows them to purchase food and drinks through automated payments using AI and tracking technology. The system enables anonymous transactions by scanning payment methods at gates, eliminating the need for traditional checkout lines.

Illustrator Aimée de Jongh is first Dutch person to win prestigious comics award

Illustrator Aimée de Jongh has become the first Dutch person to win an Eisner Award, often referred to as the Oscars of the comic book industry. She received the prestigious accolade for her work on the graphic novel adaptation of Lord of the Flies.