Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
This Haarlem local moved to Thailand fifteen years ago: ‘It still feels like a holiday’
Dave Numan, a former resident of Haarlem, permanently relocated to Thailand fifteen years ago following a vacation. He transitioned from his life in the Netherlands to one surrounded by Thai street fo...
'We really fought until the last moment.' Ricardo Schneider praises Haarlem's fighting spirit after narrow defeat
Haarlem's rugby team suffered a narrow 29-28 defeat against DIOK despite taking a late lead through a try by Ricardo Schneider. Coach Robbie Coetzee's side was praised for their fighting spirit, but t...
Explosion at home in Haarlem, police investigating
An explosive went off at a residence on Fröbelstraat in Haarlem during the night between Saturday and Sunday. The blast caused damage to the front door, and local police have launched an investig...
Kleine Houtweg to become green cycle street, much to residents' dismay: 'It will be traffic chaos'
The Haarlem municipality plans to redevelop the Kleine Houtweg into a green bicycle street next year, incorporating new sewers and reduced car access. However, local residents are protesting the proje...
Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'
Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that...
It sounds crazy, but it’s ‘hip’: running a marathon without training. ‘People are egging each other on, like: look how tough I am’
Running long distances like marathons without proper training has become a popular trend driven by social media influencers despite the physical risks. Experts are questioning the wisdom of this behav...
No panic or unrest at Telstar in relegation battle, says defender Jeff Hardeveld: ‘We have confidence in ourselves’
Telstar defender Jeff Hardeveld expresses confidence as the team fights to avoid relegation and maintain its position in the Eredivisie. With two matches remaining, Hardeveld draws on his previous exp...
Koninklijke HFC soundly beaten at Katwijk, but Pieter Mulders not worried
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 4-0 defeat against Katwijk after holding the home team to a scoreless draw until halftime. Despite the loss, coach Pieter Mulders stated he is not worried about the team's p...
It feels strange to be finished before the play-offs, but Bloemendaal accepts it and ends with a dinner
Bloemendaal concluded their field hockey season with a 1-1 draw against Pinoké in the Amsterdamse Bos. While Pinoké has moved on to the play-offs, Bloemendaal's season came to an end, which the team...
Spanish passenger on KLM flight tests negative for hantavirus
A Spanish passenger and a flight attendant from Haarlem have both tested negative for the hantavirus after a Dutch woman died from the virus on a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. While the speci...
Artist Roni Klinkhamer must leave studio-home after half a century; ‘Playing with the unexpected is the most beautiful thing’
Artist Roni Klinkhamer is being forced to leave her combined studio and home in Haarlem's Cornelissteeg after fifty years. The residence has served as her creative hub and long-term base as an artist ...
Haarlem songwriter Renee (25) featured on Armin van Buuren track: 'Friends say I should show it off more'
Haarlem-based singer-songwriter Renee Schnater, performing as Renee Rose, is featured on and co-wrote Armin van Buuren's new track "Lost In Time." The song was recently named a "future favorite" on th...
Possibly the region's best Caesar salad on the sunny terrace of Brouwerskolkje Exclusief (9-)
Brouwerskolkje Exclusief has received high praise for its Caesar salad, which is described as potentially the best in the region. The restaurant is recommended for its high-quality food and its scenic...
New Dutch citizens finding work faster and more often: "I can now contribute"
Data from the CBS shows that refugees with residence permits in the Netherlands are finding employment significantly faster than a decade ago, with 13% working within three months. Local initiatives a...
Title, promotion or relegation? Which Haarlem region clubs still have something to play for?
As the football season nears its end, many clubs in the Haarlem region are still competing for league titles, promotion, or to avoid relegation. This article provides an overview of the status and goa...
Rare first edition of Het Achterhuis with dust jacket and other masterpieces to go under the hammer in Haarlem
A rare first edition of Anne Frank's 'The Diary of a Young Girl,' complete with its original dust jacket, will be auctioned later this month at Bubb Kuyper Veilingen in Haarlem. The auction also featu...
Restore Werf Conrad just like the Droste building
Readers of the Haarlems Dagblad have expressed strong support for preserving and restoring the former Werf Conrad administrative office located along the Spaarne. The iconic building is viewed by the ...
De Veer windmill needed during flooding, but not yet at full capacity
The De Veer windmill in Haarlem is currently unable to pump water at full capacity due to a rusted screw that requires replacement. Volunteers are fundraising for repairs to ensure the mill remains a ...
15-year-old boy brutally robbed of fatbike after Bevrijdingspop. Aron rushed to help: 'I even bought him a drink'
A 15-year-old boy was violently robbed of his fatbike by a group of youths on the Kruisweg in Haarlem following the Bevrijdingspop festival. Despite attempts by bystanders to intervene, the attackers ...
Tension mounts at Volendam and Telstar: what does relegation stress do to a team? 'Like dying a little bit'
The article examines the intense psychological toll of relegation stress on Dutch football clubs like FC Volendam and Telstar. As teams fight to avoid the Eredivisie play-offs, the report explores the...
Prosecutors suspect 19-year-old of aggravated manslaughter of Gold Exchange Office manager; suspect to remain in custody for three months
A 19-year-old man from Beverwijk is suspected of qualified manslaughter following a fatal robbery at a Gold Exchange Office on Breestraat in Haarlem. The court has extended his pre-trial detention by ...
'The best thing is that the name has been preserved.' Wilma Bril (87) emotional at reopening of legendary steakhouse Wilma & Albert’s after takeover
Wilma Bril attended the emotional reopening of her former steakhouse, Wilma & Albert’s, which has been modernized under new ownership while preserving its original name. The historic restaurant, fou...
Zandvoort beach now partially smoke-free: "Hope people will hold each other accountable"
The municipality of Zandvoort has launched a pilot program featuring three smoke-free zones on its beach to combat environmental pollution and encourage a smoke-free generation. The initiative focuses...
Seven Haarlem residents in Weltevredenstraat win 25,000 euros in Postcode Lottery: 'No holding back now'
Seven residents of Weltevredenstraat in Haarlem each won 25,000 euros after their street was selected for the Postcode Lottery street prize on Friday. The winners expressed excitement over the windfal...
Conviction after all for aggravated assault at Heemskerk parking lot
A 29-year-old man from Uitgeest was convicted by a court in Haarlem for attempted aggravated assault following a traffic dispute in Heemskerk on April 19. The defendant drove over a man's foot and fle...
Unsafe situation due to cycling on access path to Oosterplas near Bloemendaal; PWN hires security guards
Nature manager PWN is hiring security guards at the Oosterplas dune lake to manage bicycle parking and ensure access for emergency services. The measure comes after concerns that paths were being bloc...
Photographer Remko de Waal wins Silver Camera Audience Award with photo of surprised Amalia among soldiers
Haarlem-based photographer Remko de Waal has won the Zilveren Camera Audience Award for his photograph of Princess Amalia posing among soldiers. The award was presented on Friday after the image recei...
Passersby narrowly escape explosion at D66 party office: ‘You can still see him looking back’
Passers-by narrowly escaped injury after a firework bomb exploded at a D66 political party office, an incident captured on security footage. The video shows the perpetrator preparing the explosive jus...
Most exciting weeks of school begin: 2,048 Haarlem students take final exams
A total of 2,048 students in Haarlem began their final school exams on Friday, marking a critical period for 1,090 girls and 958 boys. This follows a successful previous year where 90 percent of the m...
4 questions about the negotiations
The political parties Pro Haarlem, D66, and CDA are currently negotiating a new coalition agreement for the city of Haarlem following the recent elections. The parties have incorporated community feed...