Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder return to Ajax as technical managers
Former players Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder have returned to Ajax to serve as technical managers. They will work alongside Technical Director Jordi Cruijff in their new roles at the club.
No intercity trains between Haarlem and Leiden due to broken-down train
Intercity train services between Haarlem and Leiden Centraal are suspended due to a broken train. The disruption is expected to last until approximately 10:00 AM.
Politicians debate at Mendelcollege: 'You must stay in Haarlem and not end up in Hoofddorp'
Local politicians and students at Mendelcollege in Haarlem held a debate ahead of the municipal elections on March 18. The discussion addressed housing concerns for young people and the city's approac...
XR glues doors of multiple Amsterdam high schools shut
Extinction Rebellion glued shut the doors and chained the gates of approximately 35 high schools in Amsterdam to protest against the climate crisis and educational policies. The group left messages ca...
Investigation into reported shooting in Velsen-Noord
Police responded to reports of a possible shooting at Stratingsplantsoen in Velsen-Noord on Wednesday evening. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to determine exactly what occurred ...
Kleverparkfestival ends after forty years: 'It’s run its course, our permit became 1500 percent more expensive'
The Kleverparkfestival in Haarlem is being discontinued after forty years due to a 1500 percent increase in permit costs. It is the second event in the city to recently announce its cancellation, foll...
Nine out of ten times Danny Bakker scores with a header. After his miss, he scores an own goal in the semi-final: 'Focus shifts back to Sunday'
Telstar captain Danny Bakker experienced a difficult match during the KNVB Cup semi-final against AZ, missing a header before scoring an own goal. The mistake contributed to Telstar's defeat, though B...
First-time buyers needed to borrow less for Haarlem homes last year
First-time homebuyers in Haarlem required an average mortgage of 429,000 euros last year to purchase a home. This figure indicates that starters in the local housing market needed to borrow less compa...
Telstar forward Sem van Duijn critical after semi-final exit against AZ: We must look at ourselves and did not create enough chances
Telstar forward Sem van Duijn expressed disappointment after his team's elimination from the cup tournament following a semi-final loss to AZ Alkmaar. Van Duijn criticized the team's inability to crea...
Zeewegbar’s ’Jodeljump’ fails to help Telstar. Marco after 2-1 cup loss: ’Time to focus on survival’
Telstar has been eliminated from the KNVB Cup following a 2-1 defeat, ending their hopes of reaching the tournament final. Despite a late goal that gave fans in IJmuiden hope, the team will now shift ...
De Kuip remains a dream for Telstar after unlucky night in Alkmaar. White Lions fall in semi-finals
Telstar's KNVB Cup run ended in the semi-finals following a 2-1 defeat against AZ, which included two unfortunate own goals. The team will now shift its focus to the fight against relegation in the Er...
AZ back in cup final: Alkmaar profit from Telstar own goals to face NEC at De Kuip
AZ secured a spot in the KNVB Beker final after a 2-1 victory over Telstar, who conceded two own goals early in the second half. AZ is scheduled to face NEC in the final at De Kuip on Sunday, April 19...
Muslims in the region eagerly await their own Islamic cemetery: ‘Traveling far only adds to the grief’
Islamic organizations and mosques in Haarlemmermeer have formed a society to advocate for the establishment of a local Islamic cemetery. The initiators argue that a local burial ground is a necessity ...
Closure of Stingray coffeeshop in Beverwijk now final: license revoked after incidents
The Council of State has upheld the decision to permanently close coffeeshop Stingray in Beverwijk by rejecting the owners' appeal. Mayor Martijn Smit's revocation of the operating permit and toleranc...
Motorists price-conscious about gas prices: 'They're thieves!'
Motorists in Haarlem and Velsen are reacting to significant price differences at local gas stations, with some expressing frustration over high fuel costs. While there is not yet a rush on fuel, drive...
Architectural gem becomes growing source of mold for young family. Who dares to repair the shattered glass facade?
Bas and Marjolijn's home is suffering from severe mold and moisture damage after its iconic glass dome spontaneously cracked. Although the homeowners' association (VvE) recognizes the architectural va...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (March 6-8)
This article highlights various events, markets, and parties taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of March 6 to 8. The guide aims to help people plan their schedules by focusing on time-specif...
Velserbroek neighborhood remains dark due to bureaucratic ping-pong between authorities: ‘We are caught between three parties’
Residents of the Linie street in Velserbroek have been without functional street lighting for over a year due to a bureaucratic dispute between government agencies. Despite safety concerns from the co...
Prepare your vote at the election market
An election market is being organized to help citizens prepare for the upcoming municipal elections. The event provides an opportunity to learn more about the political parties participating in the vo...
Body found in Ringvaart near Abbenes, police investigating
Police discovered a body in the Ringvaart canal near Abbenes on Wednesday afternoon. Numerous emergency services are at the scene as an investigation into the circumstances of the incident is currentl...
Stranded in Sri Lanka, Romy refuses to give up: 'I booked a flight to Vietnam and am flying home via China'
Romy Koning, a primary school teacher from Zandvoort, became stranded in Sri Lanka after her return flight via Abu Dhabi was cancelled due to the Middle East conflict. She has since managed to arrange...
Wouter from Overveen opens estate at 19th-century Zijlweg 16: ‘In an age where everyone is behind a screen, meeting remains essential. That’s what makes us human’
Wouter Zwagemakers has opened Buitenplaats Overveen in a 19th-century building at Zijlweg 16 to serve as a hub for human interaction. The initiative aims to provide a meaningful physical meeting space...
'Driver' in Oosterhout triple murder: 'I was never in a car from which shots were fired'
Tobias J., a 29-year-old Swedish man, appeared in court on Wednesday to deny his involvement in a triple murder that took place in Oosterhout nearly a year ago. The suspect maintained his innocence, s...
46 municipal reports last week including construction in Haarlem
Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 46 permit applications regarding construction and other local developments. Residents are encouraged to check the list of notifications to see what cha...
Louise van Zetten (HVH) hopes to save Haarlem from becoming a nanny state: ‘I don’t want a city with lines and boulders’
Louise van Zetten, the longest-serving council member in Haarlem and leader of the HVH party, is warning against the "dulling" of the city's urban landscape. She criticizes local policies such as the ...
Neighbors Leonard, Jan, and Rob want traffic filter to stay: It was incredibly unsafe before, even on the sidewalk
Local residents Leonard, Jan, and Rob are advocating for the retention of 'De Knip' traffic barriers at the Alkmaarseweg and Rijksstraatweg intersection to maintain pedestrian safety. The long-standin...
Injury-plagued Jeff Hardeveld missed 139 matches, but is now on the brink of a cup final: ‘I never thought about quitting’
Telstar player Jeff Hardeveld is on the verge of reaching a cup final after overcoming three major knee injuries that caused him to miss 139 matches. Ahead of the semifinal against AZ, the defender re...
Did you know? 3 facts about the municipal elections in Haarlem
Haarlem residents will participate in municipal elections on March 18, 2026. The article presents three facts about the upcoming vote, including details on the number of council members and the specif...
New domestic violence support center opened in Amsterdam-Amstelland
The Amsterdam-Amstelland region has opened a new support center called Filomena to assist victims of domestic violence and child abuse. Located on Elisabeth Wolffstraat in Amsterdam, the center provid...
Maarten van Gessel (67) temporarily at the helm of Woningbedrijf Velsen: ‘I look forward to supporting the corporation in this transition phase’
Woningbedrijf Velsen has appointed 67-year-old Maarten van Gessel as its interim director to lead the housing association during a transition period. Van Gessel will remain in the position until a per...