Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Permanent end to parking at antique market around the Dreef
The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the municipality of Haarlem is allowed to ban parking on the grass during antique markets at the Dreef. This decision concludes a legal dispute between market...
Haarlem children, let's play! City doubles playground equipment at 29 locations
The municipality of Haarlem will begin major maintenance on 29 playgrounds this autumn, doubling the number of play equipment items from 64 to 128 over the next 18 months. In addition to the new equip...
More social housing for regular seekers in Zuid-Kennemerland and IJmond, share of urgent seekers lower than in rest of country
In the Zuid-Kennemerland and IJmond regions, a larger proportion of social housing is being allocated to regular house hunters compared to other parts of the Netherlands. According to the 2025 Housing...
Haarlem coalition PRO, D66, CDA: negotiations to finish June 11
Coalition negotiators from PRO, D66, and CDA in Haarlem have announced that their governing agreement will be finalized by June 11. The agreement is currently in its concluding phase and will be prese...
Part of Zandvoort declared security risk zone after beach unrest and violence
Authorities have designated parts of Zandvoort as a security risk area following violent incidents and public disorder during the busy Pentecost weekend. The measure allows police to conduct preventiv...
'It’s becoming increasingly unsafe there.' Municipality and businesses fed up with motorcycle lessons on Ted Vermeulenweg
The municipality of Haarlem and local business owners are taking steps to stop motorcycle lessons on Ted Vermeulenweg in the Waarderpolder industrial area due to safety concerns and nuisance. New park...
Community service demanded for PVV politician for hitting XR activist
Prosecutors have demanded 180 hours of community service and a 12-month driving ban for PVV politician Ronald van Tiggelen after he hit an Extinction Rebellion activist with his car. The incident occu...
Haarlem street nuisance reporting point almost ready for launch: 'We are creating one recognizable channel'
Haarlem is set to launch a new reporting center for street safety and nuisance following months of preparation. The municipality aims to provide a single, recognizable channel for residents to report ...
Spaarnestad has a unique creative hub in Haarlem-North with De Volharding: ‘There is no separation between the social and the artistic’
De Volharding has emerged as a unique creative incubator in Haarlem-Noord, aimed at integrating social and artistic initiatives. Coordinator Hugo Post describes the site as a vital space for cultural ...
Poetry collection by wordsmith Jan J. Pieterse brings a smile
Haarlem-based author Jan J. Pieterse has released a new collection of light verse poetry characterized by sharp insights and mild irony. The book aims to provide readers with a sense of humor and pers...
Malfunction at newly renovated Cruquius bridges, roads closed for investigation
A malfunction at the Cruquius Bridges has disrupted shipping traffic since last Friday, preventing the bridges from being operated for unknown reasons. The N201 road between Spieringweg and Javalaan w...
No more banana boxes of second-hand comics at Haarlem Comic Days, but a critical look at the world: 'A drawing can really grab you'
The Haarlem Stripdagen festival on May 30 and 31 will focus on social narratives and graphic novels under the theme "Critical Looking." Moving beyond second-hand comic collecting, the event highlights...
Arno Dijkstra hat-trick leads HBC past Flevo Boys in first step toward promotion to the Third Division
Arno Dijkstra scored a hattrick to lead HBC to a 3-1 home victory over Flevo Boys in the first step of their promotion playoffs to the third division. The win provides a strong start for coach Jasper ...
Lisa Kraak new director of Cultuurhuis Heemskerk
Lisa Kraak has been appointed as the new director of Cultuurhuis Heemskerk, effective June 1st. She succeeds Mirjam du Cloo, who is stepping down after ten years to become the director of Hart Haarlem...
Marianne takes her mother by bike to Side Canal B: 'She sometimes thinks she's taking up my time, but I'm so glad I still have her'
Marianne takes her mother on bicycle trips to Zijkanaal B to enjoy the scenic views of the water and nature together. Despite her mother's concerns about being a burden, Marianne cherishes the time th...
Deeper cuts at Spaarne Werkt: Snuffelmug, youth work and giant Cruquius building at risk
Participation company Spaarne Werkt is undergoing significant budget cuts affecting the Snuffelmug thrift store and youth programs to restore its financial stability. The municipalities of Haarlem, He...
Pieter Jan Molendijk (69) long denied having cancer, now he is chairman of IPSO Huis Kennemerland
Pieter Jan Molendijk, a former businessman from Overveen, has been appointed as the chairman of IPSO Huis Kennemerland, an organization providing mental support for cancer patients. The organization i...
Baby and two adults injured in accident in Haarlem
A baby and two adults were injured in a rear-end collision involving two vehicles on the N205 (Schipholweg) in Haarlem on Wednesday afternoon. Both vehicles sustained significant damage in the acciden...
Al Ikhlaas Islamic primary school in Meerwijk to expand significantly with four new classrooms
Islamic primary school Al Ikhlaas in Haarlem's Meerwijk neighborhood is set to expand with the addition of four new classrooms. The 2 million euro project, approved by the city government, aims to add...
Disappeared: FC Schalkwijk had to make way for housing
FC Schalkwijk was a sports club that merged in 1992 to make room for new housing developments. This article is part of a series highlighting defunct sports organizations and historical sporting events...
Traditional treats for birth of three baby storks in Elswout: 'Some ask if I’ve become a grandfather'
Three stork chicks have recently hatched in a nest at the Elswout estate near Haarlem. Local resident George is celebrating the birds' arrival by offering traditional Dutch snacks to passersby while o...
Motorist ends up in water along N208 in Haarlem
A motorist drove into the water along the N208 in Haarlem on Wednesday afternoon. No injuries were reported following the incident.
Psychiatric treatment for former Heemskerk resident extended by another two years
The court in Haarlem has extended the involuntary psychiatric treatment (TBS) of a 40-year-old man for an additional two years. The individual, a former resident of Heemskerk, has already spent fourte...
Haarlem municipality to co-fund TommyTomato lunch packages via special arrangement: 'Great example of impact entrepreneurship'
The municipality of Haarlem will support the local vegetable lunch delivery service TommyTomato using a social investment fund to bypass state aid restrictions. Alderman Diana van Loenen confirmed thi...
65 municipal reports on construction and more in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 65 permit applications last week, with 64 specifically for Haarlem and one for Spaarndam. These reports primarily involve construction and development projects, a...
De Oerkap and Parksessies host musician P.J.M. Bond: ‘See my music as an indictment of all AI music and those mega-concerts by artists like Harry Styles’
Musician P.J.M. Bond will perform at De Oerkap and Parksessies, promoting a new album recorded with a focus on spontaneity and live takes. Bond views his raw musical approach as a deliberate protest a...
Nick de Graaf (HBC) isn't a natural striker, but he's the region's top scorer: 'Euphoric feeling like nothing else. Amazing!'
Nick de Graaf of HBC finished the 2025-2026 football season as the regional top scorer with 19 goals. He secured the title after his closest rivals, Nigel Compter and Kaya Lima, failed to overtake him...
No alien visit: this unusual aerial phenomenon is (likely) visible over Haarlem
Residents of Haarlem may observe mysterious silver-blue streaks in the night sky over the next few weeks. These visual phenomena are not extraterrestrial in origin but are a natural atmospheric occurr...
Hals-Rembrandt exhibition opens in Haarlem in November
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem will host the 'Hals-Rembrandt' exhibition starting November 6. The showcase offers visitors a unique opportunity to view and compare masterpieces by Frans Hals and Rem...
Provincial officials traveling to US to discuss Formula 1 cycling traffic, cost: 29,000 euros
A delegation of five provincial officials is traveling to California for a study trip focused on public transportation and cycling logistics for Formula 1. The visit, which costs 29,000 euros, aims to...