Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Four young RFC Haarlem rugby players move to top French clubs: The level of training and playing is so high
Four young rugby players from RFC Haarlem have signed contracts with top French clubs to further their professional development. The athletes, Caleb Hoogstoevenbeld, Bavo Rooyackers, Thygo Reijnders, ...
Future of SRO at risk, say Haarlem and Velsen councilors: 'Concerns about survival'
Dozens of council members from Haarlem and Velsen have expressed concerns regarding the future of the municipal sports company SRO following a multi-million euro fraud scandal discovered in late June....
'Stinking Rich' exhibition in Spaarnwoude: bodies smelled, but money didn't
The exhibition 'Rijke Stinkerds' opened at the Stompe Toren in Spaarnwoude, near Haarlem, this past Sunday. The display explains the origins of the Dutch expression 'rijke stinkerd' while providing vi...
Male choir and harmonica players with lung disease steal the show at Jutterspad: 'If I'm struggling, I just stop playing'
A male choir named WaZManK and a harmonica group consisting of people with COPD and other lung conditions called Longblues performed together at the Jutterspad event. The collaboration highlighted the...
New bulk deposit machines at Schalkwijk shopping center and the farm shop in Nieuw-Vennep
A new bulk machine for processing deposit packaging has been installed at the Schalkwijk shopping center in Haarlem. This marks the second location in the city to feature such a facility following the...
Petanque tournament for the deaf and hard of hearing: 'In a normal match, you aren't even allowed to talk during play'
The PUK club in Haarlem-Noord hosted its first international petanque tournament specifically for deaf and hard-of-hearing players. Participants followed strict rules requiring silence and stillness d...
Last day at Cindy's in The Harbour. Regulars say goodbye to their harborside coffee shop
Coffee house The Harbour, located at the Halkade, has officially closed its doors. On Saturday, regular customers gathered to say goodbye to the owner, Cindy, and enjoy one last cup of coffee before t...
Have you seen Rupert, Loki or Tao? These nine pets are missing in Haarlem
Nine pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are seeking information regarding the whereabouts of animals including Rupert, Loki, and Tao.
Pszisko Jacobs: From Haarlem anarchist with a bestseller to the funny Grandpa Pito who left us his beautiful family albums
Pszisko Jacobs (1917-1999) was a Dutch-Polish writer, translator, and pacifist anarchist who was once compared to Ernest Hemingway. Beyond his professional achievements, his grandchild remembers him a...
Haarlem Baseball Week just over, but organizers already looking ahead to challenges in Olympic year: 'We need to think carefully about what we can do'
The 32nd edition of the Honkbalweek has concluded, and organizers are already planning for the next tournament. Securing six top teams for the upcoming Olympic year presents a significant challenge th...
Coornhert headmaster becomes rector in Amsterdam, all key figures in trust crisis have now left
Anja Schoots, the former conrector of the Coornhert Lyceum in Haarlem, has been appointed as the new rector of the Damstede Lyceum in Amsterdam. Her departure marks the final exit of all key figures i...
Swimming man pulled from Oude Gracht by emergency services and handcuffed in Haarlem
In the early hours of Sunday, emergency services rescued a man from the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem. The individual had been swimming in the canal for some time and initially refused to exit the water be...
Everything in Mart's (89) home breathes Norway: "I'm supporting them tonight"
Martin Fortgens, an 89-year-old resident of Haarlem, maintains a deep connection to Norway, where he previously lived at the North Cape. Despite living in the Netherlands, his home is filled with Norw...
Pitching in for the toad pond: Groundwater levels have dropped, amphibians can no longer lay their eggs there
Approximately 25 volunteers gathered at the Dauwbraampad on Friday morning to restore a toad pool in the dunes. The maintenance work is necessary because declining groundwater levels have prevented am...
Odysseus as a child among monsters and cyclopes in a campsite pool. Elisa Pesapane breathes new life into ancient Greek myth
Haarlem-based artist Elisa Pesapane has reimagined the ancient Greek myth of Odysseus in a new book and exhibition. In her version, Odysseus is depicted as a child who has a brother, offering a fresh ...
Iede doesn't want to make death sadder than it is: this is how a funeral can also look
Iede Hoorn offers unique and non-traditional funeral services, such as boat processions through canals or luxury car transport. The article encourages readers to reconsider traditional funeral norms b...
Dutch baseball team narrowly loses Haarlem Baseball Week final to Italy
The Dutch national baseball team narrowly lost the Honkbalweek Haarlem final with a score of 3-4 against Italy at the Pim Mulier stadium. This victory marks the first time that Italy has won the tourn...
His old neighbors are lining up to push Rob (91) in his wheelchair from Schoterhof to his favorite coffee spot: 'We are like family'
Ninety-one-year-old Rob van Norren, who lives in a Haarlem nursing home, is able to continue visiting his favorite coffee shop thanks to a dedicated group of former neighbors and volunteers. The group...
Living statues bring history to life during Fier Haarlem kick-off
Living statues transformed Haarlem's city center into an open-air museum this Saturday to kick off the Fier Haarlem event. The performances depicted scenes from the Siege of Haarlem, marking a histori...
If the weather is nice, we sit here every day
A group of women known as the 'Zwetse women' spend their days at the Het Zwet swimming pool in Haarlem to enjoy their local holiday. They frequent the pool daily and often assist children who have los...
Large Frans Hals mural pays tribute to Haarlem's heritage: 'Public space lacks art'
A large mural of artist Frans Hals has been completed at the Mevrouw de Vosplein in Haarlem-Noord. The project was realized with support from over 2,000 residents and municipal funding to improve art ...
Haarlem landmark finally out of scaffolding: 'It's spinning again!'
After ten months of maintenance, the historic De Adriaan windmill in Haarlem has reopened to the public and is fully operational again. Restoration work, which addressed issues like wood rot, was comp...
Mushroom coffee, croissants and organic strawberries: Nanja wakes up pleasantly at the Botermarkt in Haarlem
Food enthusiast Nanja Pol visits the Botermarkt in Haarlem to explore local culinary offerings. During her trip, she focuses on sourcing organic ingredients for a morning breakfast.
From Belgium to Israel and Turkey: Telstar icon Glynor Plet on his career highlights, missing his family, and locker room humor. I sat in the trash can to scare the coach
Former Telstar striker Glynor Plet reflects on his extensive football career, which spanned across various countries including Israel and Turkey. Now 39 and retired for three years, he shares personal...
No sober New Year in Haarlem after all: municipal fireworks or drone show starting in 2027
Following a recent city council debate, Haarlem has decided to host a central fireworks, drone, or laser show for New Year's Eve starting in 2027. This decision overturns the mayor's original proposal...
Human counting error almost costs Siena (18) her diploma: 'Failing is never fun, but it's even worse when it turns out to be unjustified'
Eighteen-year-old Siena Alexander was initially told she failed her final exams at Gymnasium Felisenum by a narrow margin. After her family challenged the result, school officials discovered a countin...
Just Go Skating connects asylum seekers and Haarlem residents at skatepark this Sunday: ‘On a skateboard, it doesn’t matter where you’re from’
The initiative Just Go Skating is organizing a skateboarding workshop this weekend in Haarlem to foster connections between asylum seekers and local residents. The organizers aim to promote social inc...
From Haarlem to Nieuwegein by a single bus: Ministry study shows it is possible and profitable
The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management has explored the potential for a new rapid bus route connecting the Spaarne Gasthuis in Haarlem to Nieuwegein. Research indicates that such a ...
Summer activities for children
The municipality of Haarlem is offering a variety of low-cost and free summer activities for children, including sports, creative workshops, and theater events. Families can utilize the local holiday ...
Jazz veteran Adam Spoor with his quartet at Spaarnestad concert: 'The others all went to conservatory. I’m the only self-taught one'
Jazz veteran Adam Spoor and his quartet, Spoor Four, will perform at the annual Spaarnestadconcert this coming weekend. The event, which takes place on the Bakenessergracht in Haarlem, will feature th...