Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Fire at Breezicht residential care center in IJmuiden, fire department scales up to medium fire
A fire broke out at the Breezicht residential care center in IJmuiden on Sunday evening. The fire department responded to the incident and upgraded it to a medium fire status to manage the situation.
Isa (52) found 198 cocaine wraps belonging to her daughter. Now she wants to warn and inform others: ‘Sometimes you have to say: this far and no further’
A 52-year-old mother named Isa has launched an exhibition titled "Puinhoop" in Haarlem's former Koepelgevangenis after finding 198 cocaine envelopes belonging to her addicted daughter. Through her pho...
Spinning records and listening to stories: Book Week gathers steam in Haarlem, but no dancing allowed
Book Week activities gained momentum in Haarlem this weekend with various events taking place across the city. On Sunday, the Kennemer Boekhandel hosted a specific program centered around music and st...
Dramatically bad match has no consequences for Bloemendaal: 'It wasn't good today'
Bloemendaal secured a vital 1-0 victory against Hurley at their home ground, 't Kopje, despite a poor performance. This win is essential for keeping their play-off qualification hopes alive as the sea...
From 0-2 down to 4-3 win: how HBS men fought back against Tilburg opponent
The HBS men's hockey team secured a 4-3 comeback victory against Were Di after trailing 0-2 in their second match after the winter break. The Bloemendaal-based side earned three points by defeating th...
Bloemendaal fails to pull off another upset against powerhouse Den Bosch, but it was possible. 'I'll never forget it'
Bloemendaal's hockey team was unable to repeat their previous upset against powerhouse Den Bosch, losing 0-2 at home this weekend. Despite the defeat, the team was praised for a strong performance fol...
DENK on track for one or more seats in Haarlem city council
The political party DENK is projected to win one or more seats in the Haarlem city council during the local elections. Despite having a limited presence during the campaign, current data suggests the ...
XR protest at Tata Steel Orchestra performance in the Phil
Eight Extinction Rebellion protesters demonstrated outside the Phil concert hall on Sunday afternoon. The protest occurred as hundreds of visitors arrived for the Tata Steel Orchestra's anniversary co...
Lead candidates take to the soapbox in Heemstede: ‘It is a celebration of democracy after all’
On Saturday, political party leaders in Heemstede campaigned from soapboxes to engage with voters during the election season. The event aimed to capture the attention of local shoppers and promote dem...
Football icon Bob Maas (1935-2026) coached a women’s team at age 83: ‘Football is Bob and Bob is football’
Bob Maas, a dedicated Dutch football coach who continued training a women's team at the club Spaarnwoude until the age of 83, has passed away at 90. He was widely remembered by his family and the comm...
Political clash of titans between Mark Rutte (VVD) and Job Cohen (PvdA) at the Grote Markt
On February 26, 2011, Prime Minister Mark Rutte and opposition leader Job Cohen both campaigned at the Grote Markt in Haarlem despite heavy rain. The visits occurred four days before the Provincial Co...
Spaarnestad women suffer rare defeat after 14 consecutive wins: 'It wasn't our day'
The Spaarnestad women's volleyball team suffered a 3-1 home defeat against Havoc, ending a 14-game winning streak. The loss prevented the team from clinching the unofficial first division B championsh...
Jetten to meet with Jewish community Monday after explosions
Prime Minister Rob Jetten will meet with representatives of the Jewish community on Monday following recent explosions at a school in Amsterdam and a synagogue in Rotterdam. The meeting, which will ta...
Three cars involved in collision on N205 in Vijfhuizen, person injured
Three cars were involved in a chain-reaction collision on the N205 (Drie Merenweg) in Vijfhuizen on Sunday morning. One person sustained injuries in the accident.
Car crashes through wall into house in Haarlem
On Sunday morning, a car crashed through a wall and came to a stop against a house on Lutherlaan in Haarlem. The driver was subsequently detained and taken to the police station for investigation.
Rule of Law Party in Haarlemmermeer calls for transparency and citizen participation: ‘The constitution is there for a reason’
The Partij voor de Rechtsstaat (PVDR), a newcomer party based in Haarlemmermeer, is campaigning on a platform of transparency and citizen involvement. Although the party failed to secure seats in the ...
Spaarnestad loses to US and is not safe yet: ‘We didn’t reward ourselves when it mattered’
Haarlem-based volleyball team Spaarnestad lost 3-2 to their Amsterdam opponents, US, in an away match this weekend. Despite a previous victory in February, the narrow defeat leaves Spaarnestad's posit...
Berry Willemse excels at Schoten: ‘He is strong and exudes a lot of composure’
Reporter Fred van der Veldt named Berry Willemse as the standout player for VV Schoten during a recent match. Willemse was selected over teammate Tim Groenewoud due to his composure and strong defensi...
Discovery tour around the A9: see by bike what you miss in the car
The weekly newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 46-kilometer cycling route that explores the surroundings of the A9 highway. The tour is designed to reveal scenic natural areas and city centers th...
From goat cheese to a wall, from lambs to tigers: conclusions after Óscar García got Ajax playing with flair
In his debut match as head coach, Óscar García led Ajax to a decisive 4-0 victory against Sparta. The Spanish manager implemented tactical changes within a single week, significantly improving the t...
Hoofddorp stands no chance in Hilversum: ‘If we don’t deliver, we lose to everyone’
Hoofddorp's football team suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat against Victoria in Hilversum. Coach Jorg Smeets admitted his team was outclassed throughout the match, resulting in a scoreline that accurately r...
Europe has the world's strictest rules: Haarlem's Christy Wong-Go inspects Asian products for the European market
Haarlem resident Christy Wong-Go specializes in vetting Asian products to ensure they comply with strict European Union import regulations. The process involves comprehensive checks on ingredients and...
DSS virtually safe in top flight after massive win over rival. 'This system seems to suit us very well'
The DSS women's football team achieved a dominant 7-0 victory against rivals Wartburgia, nearly guaranteeing their survival in the top league early this season. This significant win marks a shift for ...
Did you finish the City Pier City Run? Send us your medal photo!
Participants of the City Pier City-loop in The Hague are being invited to share photos of themselves with their finisher medals. The call aims to celebrate the achievements of runners who completed th...
Haarlem's Ripperda Barracks: from horse stables to luxury apartments
The historic Ripperda Kazerne in Haarlem has been transformed from a 19th-century cavalry barracks into a luxury apartment complex. Throughout its history, the site served as a WWII prison holding res...
Swimming lessons for one euro, a party in the A’DAM Tower, and more news of the week
This week in Amsterdam featured several local updates, including swimming lessons available for one euro and a celebration at the A’DAM Tower. The city hosted various activities ranging from food ev...
Haarlem residents firmly reject Christian Union's flagship project: no nostalgic tram
Residents of Haarlem have firmly rejected a proposal by the ChristenUnie party to reintroduce a nostalgic Blue Tram in the southern part of the city. A study by Populytics reveals that only four perce...
Average Haarlem councillor submitted 20 motions in recent years, D66 most effective
The average Haarlem city council member submitted twenty motions in recent years, with the D66 party identified as the most effective in the chamber. The report examines how political campaign promise...
Haarlem's Ann Vader paved the way for F1 Academy drivers: 'There's nothing special about it. Many more women could do it'
Ann Vader-Vlaanderen from Haarlem was the first Dutch woman to obtain a racing license in the 1950s, paving the way for future female drivers. As the F1 Academy begins its new season in China, her leg...
Simon's masterpiece nears completion: 'Haarlem 2017 - 2026' painting is a feast of recognition
Painter Simon Balyon is nearing the completion of his massive 5-by-1.25-meter masterpiece titled 'Haarlem 2017 - 2026' for the Corso Collection. The artwork, which depicts the city of Haarlem, has bee...