Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (June 1 - June 8)
Several roadworks and partial closures are scheduled in Haarlem from June 1 to June 8. Affected areas include the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, impacting traffic in the city center and surroundin...
New mothers in Haarlem remarkably old: 32 years and 7 months
New mothers in Haarlem are on average 32 years and 7 months old when they have their first child, which is notably high according to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The figures also indicate t...
After 'Albania', Tour of Nibbixwoud won by Niels Reemeijer from Spaarndam
Niels Reemeijer, a 23-year-old cyclist from Spaarndam, won the Wielerronde van Nibbixwoud after finishing strongest in a final sprint against the peloton. This victory follows his recent racing experi...
DSS reaches play-off final after war of attrition and 14 penalties. ‘We were still up for extra time’
Haarlem-based football club DSS advanced to the promotion play-off final after defeating Spirit’30 in a 14-penalty shootout. The team will face RKEDO this coming weekend on neutral ground for a chan...
Temporary housing found: residential group stays together in Bloemendaal
The residential group De Nieuwe Ark in Bloemendaal has secured a temporary housing solution, ensuring that its four disabled residents and their caregivers can remain together. They will move into two...
Hannie Schaft inspires students in Brazil: 'I hear they are thinking about how they can take action themselves'
A graphic novel about Dutch resistance fighters Hannie Schaft and the Oversteegen sisters is inspiring students in Brazil to reflect on activism and resistance. The book's Brazilian creators note that...
3x3 basketball takes over Haarlem in the shadow of St. Bavo Church. ‘The atmosphere is relaxed, but there is something at stake’
The Grote Markt in Haarlem hosted a stop of the 3x3 basketball PRO Cup on Sunday, set against the backdrop of the Sint-Bavokerk. The event highlighted the unique characteristics of the 3x3 variant com...
'We have so much fun in the team': Coach Peter van Dalen sees fun as the secret behind Sparks Haarlem's success
Sparks Haarlem's women's softball team continued their winning streak with two victories against Onze Gezellen on Saturday. Coach Peter van Dalen attributes the team's recent success to the positive a...
Haarlem's Oranjestraat still waiting for World Cup fever: "It's not happening yet"
Residents of Oranjestraat in Haarlem report a lack of World Cup fever and traditional orange decorations just two weeks before the tournament begins. While the neighborhood was historically known for ...
Terrace screen 'Friethuys bij de Boer' accidentally destroyed; 'Fortunately no one was injured'
A motorist accidentally crashed into the terrace screens of the snack bar Friethuys bij de Boer around 10:40 AM. No injuries were reported in the incident, although the property sustained damage while...
Telstar loses another member of technical staff; new coach Henk Brugge to help choose successor
Telstar is seeking a new goalkeeper coach as Rick van der Mast leaves the club to join NAC Breda. Technical manager Peter Hofstede and recently appointed head coach Henk Brugge will collaborate to fin...
KIOS crowned champions after victory over HBC: 'In my eyes we are the deserved champions'
KIOS secured the first-class championship title following a 20-10 victory over HBC. The team's victory was confirmed as their rivals Velocitas fell behind in their match, which players followed via a ...
Culinary world tour at Wijk en Duin community center: 'I enjoy giving back to the community center'
Approximately 200 visitors attended the Culture Festival at the Wijk aan Duin community center in Haarlem on Saturday. The event featured a variety of international dishes from countries such as Turke...
From table tennis to surfing: Henk and Bjorn ready for Special Olympics in Haarlem
Nearly 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities are set to participate in the Special Olympics National Games in Haarlem from June 12 to 14. The article highlights the personal stories of competi...
Have you seen Rico, Bibi or Mila? These 20 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twenty pets, including animals named Rico, Bibi, and Mila, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. A list has been compiled to help local residents identify and help locate these missing ...
More than 2,500 artworks from Verwey collection available to view digitally
Over 2,500 artworks and historical objects from the Verwey Museum Haarlem and the Kees Verwey Foundation have been made available for digital viewing. The collection, which includes a wide range of pi...
Summer weather forecast for Haarlem: 'Chance of extreme heat'
Haarlem is bracing for a hot and dry summer with a possibility of extreme heat, following a warm and sunny Pentecost weekend. Residents are encouraged to enjoy a tropical staycation in the city as hig...
Nature lovers wanted for the food forest in Spaarnwoude
Volunteers are being recruited to help maintain a newly planted food forest in Spaarnwoude, which features various edible trees and shrubs. Participants are needed on Friday mornings for tasks such as...
HBC qualifies for the final against Hollandia for promotion to the third division: ‘A collective achievement’
HBC has reached the final for promotion to the third division after securing a win and a draw against Flevo Boys. The team is now set to face Hollandia in the final stage of the play-offs.
Over 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities head to Haarlem for major national event: ‘They enjoy their achievement and help fallen opponents’
The Special Olympics National Games Haarlem 2026 will be held from June 12 to 14 across 16 locations in Haarlem, Haarlemmermeer, and Zandvoort. Over 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities are e...
Dementia residents at Het Gastenhuis Haarlem won’t be kept under lock and key: ‘That only causes unrest’
Het Gastenhuis Haarlem is constructing a new facility with 42 apartments for individuals with dementia on President Kennedylaan. Director Annemieke Bambach states that residents will not be locked ins...
Bert (69) considers himself too difficult for a nursing home
69-year-old Bert Hassink has chosen to end his life through euthanasia after a muscle disease left him physically incapacitated. He expressed that he felt unsuitable for a nursing home environment and...
Heemstede opposition critical of coalition agreement: ‘Inexperienced man from Haarlem on most complex portfolio’
Opposition parties HBB, CDA, and Samen Sterk Heemstede have expressed strong criticism and disappointment following the announcement of the new coalition agreement between D66, VVD, and PRO. A major p...
Maarten Wolterink's cartoons appear in Le Monde and The Washington Post: 'I am a cartoonist for lack of any other talent'
Cartoonist Maarten Wolterink, whose illustrations have appeared in prestigious international publications like Le Monde and The Washington Post, will host a workshop at de Koepel during the Haarlem Co...
The 5 of… pianist Sam Nieuwenhuijs. ‘Jazz is daring to let something emerge in the moment’
Haarlem-based jazz pianist Sam Nieuwenhuijs is scheduled to perform at Sociëteit Vereeniging this Sunday following the release of his quartet's album 'Homebound.' In addition to his jazz career, Nieu...
From 'grand dame' to hypermodern: Extracting fertilizers, energy, and chemicals from Haarlem's wastewater
A hypermodern wastewater treatment plant is being constructed in the Waarderpolder district of Haarlem to replace older infrastructure. The facility aims to recover raw materials like fertilizers and ...
Jesper de Jong against Zverev on Roland Garros main court Sunday afternoon
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong will face world number three Alexander Zverev on Sunday afternoon for a place in the Roland Garros quarterfinals. The match is scheduled as the third event of the da...
Theater cat Tommy sometimes walks onto the stage during Hakim Traïdia's performances
Tommy, a twelve-year-old cat belonging to performer Hakim Traïdia, lives in his theater and occasionally wanders onto the stage during live performances. While the cat considers the venue his home, t...
Discover the story of Haarlem's 'Woman in the Resistance' artwork in this TV program
The new TV program 'Kunst in het wild' explores the history and public perception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' (Woman in the Resistance) artwork in Haarlem. The show aims to reveal the story behind th...
Haarlem council bans new snack bars around Spaarnwoude station: 'We want a healthy city'
The Haarlem city council has voted to ban the opening of new snack bars and fast-food outlets in the future Hart voor Oostpoort neighborhood near Spaarnwoude station. This initiative aims to combat ob...