Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Friet van Piet shifts in Belgiëlaan supermarket plan. Large-scale renovation in oldest part of Schalkwijk
The historic snack bar Friet van Piet is relocating after sixty years to accommodate a redevelopment project in the Schalkwijk district of Haarlem. The move is part of Hoorne Vastgoed's larger renovat...
Asian dominance once again at world's largest youth tournament in Haarlem: 'Far too little money available here'
The 45th Dutch Junior International in Haarlem concluded with Asian athletes from China, South Korea, and Japan winning all twenty individual prizes. French talent Mady Sow was the only European to re...
Multi-vehicle accident on A9 near Beverwijk, major delays
Multiple vehicles were involved in an accident on the A9 motorway near the Beverwijk junction on Monday morning. The incident, occurring in the direction of Amstelveen, has resulted in significant tra...
Municipal elections on March 18: what Jouw Haarlem wants for Haarlem
Haarlem residents will vote in the municipal council elections on March 18 to elect a new local government. Reporter Nynke La Porte profiles the political party Jouw Haarlem and their specific plans f...
Confusion over bus line 2 in Haarlem East: Is the bus coming or not?
Bus passengers in Haarlem-Oost are experiencing confusion and frustration regarding the service of line 2 due to roadworks on Prins Bernhardlaan. Local residents' organizations have criticized the lat...
Will this Formula 1 car soon stand forever along the Zandvoort boulevard?
Artist Hans Peters has created a Formula 1 car sculpture to honor 80 years of motorsport in Zandvoort. Peters donated a scale model to the Zandvoorts Museum and is currently seeking a sponsor and muni...
Ministry: Haarlem must accommodate 891 asylum seekers
The municipality of Haarlem is required to provide 891 asylum seeker reception places by mid-2025 based on population and wealth metrics. This mandate follows the Distribution Act, which the Dutch cab...
Rinus ‘VeeKay’ van Kalmthout moves up ten places in season opener
Rinus 'VeeKay' van Kalmthout finished ninth in the opening race of the IndyCar season in St. Petersburg. Starting from nineteenth on the grid, the Dutch driver gained ten positions to secure a top-ten...
A giant extra lamppost or oversized advertising pillar: Why would a contractor advertise cat food at the top of their crane?
Residents in Haarlem have reported occasional power outages recently, prompting individuals to prepare emergency kits for potential electricity failures. The author shares their experience of assembli...
When her sister became terminally ill, hockey champion Laurien quit professional sports: ‘I wanted to be there for Marije’
Olympic hockey champion Laurien Leurink retired from professional sports to support her sister Marije, who has terminal colon cancer. The sisters are currently using their shared love for athletics to...
Skating for youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities at Haarlem ice rink raises 4,080 euros
On Sunday, skaters participated in the Lastige Lijven Toertocht at the Haarlem ice rink to raise money for a youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities. The charity event successfully collected a...
Why do parents insist on HAVO or VWO? Schools advocate for appropriate advice: Higher is not always suitable
Schools in the Zuid-Kennemerland and Haarlemmermeer regions have launched the #kiesmetjehart initiative to urge parents to follow professional school level recommendations instead of pushing for havo ...
Depleted Bloemendaal beaten immediately after winter break: Absence of key players was felt today
Bloemendaal lost 1-2 to Rotterdam in their first match after the winter break, marking their fourth defeat of the season. The result leaves coach Michel van den Heuvel’s team in sixth place in the l...
Emergency services respond in force for stunting paraglider who did not crash in dunes after all
Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter and police, responded to reports of a crashed paraglider in the dunes on Sunday afternoon. It was later determined that the individual was performing ...
'I've shown what I'm worth', says substitute Patrick Brouwer after a goal and an assist against NAC
Patrick Brouwer recorded a goal and an assist as a substitute to help Telstar secure a 3-0 victory over NAC, narrowing the gap in the league standings. The Velsen-based team is now shifting its focus ...
How Ajax lacked any seriousness in Zwolle to finish second
Ajax drew 0-0 against PEC Zwolle on Sunday, failing to capitalize on an opportunity to secure second place in the league. The team and coach Fred Grim were criticized for a lack of urgency and focus i...
Sharing points with Kolping Boys fails to lift Velsen: 'It just wasn't good from both sides'
Velsen played to a draw at home against Kolping Boys, failing to improve their position at the top of the league standings. The match was described as poor by both sides and ended in frustration for V...
‘Think medieval.’ Enjoying archery and being a knight for a day at the Brederode Ruins opening day
The Ruins of Brederode have officially reopened for a new season, offering visitors medieval-themed activities such as archery and traditional bread baking. The opening day allowed guests to experienc...
Bloemendaal sells itself short with draw. ‘I picked a corner and so did the Rotterdam keeper’
Bloemendaal's field hockey team played to a 1-1 draw against Rotterdam in their return to Hoofdklasse competition. This sixth draw of the season leaves the team in seventh place on the league table wi...
Are the Haarlem council elections actually parking referendum 2.0?
The upcoming council elections in Haarlem are being influenced by parking activists who emerged after the 2024 referendum on paid parking. These groups are active on social media, making the expansion...
Joke Sickmann, champion of industrial heritage in Amersfoort, dies at 93
Joke Sickmann, a prominent advocate for industrial heritage in Amersfoort, passed away last week at the age of 93. She died at her daughter's care farm in Putten, where she had spent her final years.
Last ball soon to roll at Bison Bowling Haarlem: The venue where André van Duin celebrated his birthday with hundreds of whistling kettles and countless strikes were thrown
Bison Bowling Haarlem is closing its historic location on Orionweg, which has served as a local entertainment hub since 1969. The facility, known for hosting famous figures like André van Duin, will ...
Frank and Wendy stranded in Qatar due to Middle East war: "So surreal"
A couple from Haarlem, Frank and Wendy Hoorn, have been stranded in Doha, Qatar, following the closure of airspace due to military conflict in the Middle East. Originally en route to New Zealand, they...
What makes Calvin Kromodjojo a standout? His crosses and consistency impress rapporteur Aad Mathot
Calvin Kromodjojo was named player of the week following his standout performance for EDO in their match against IJmuiden. Rapporteur Aad Mathot highlighted Kromodjojo's consistent play and high-quali...
EDO five matches unbeaten while young IJmuiden battles relegation; Haarlem side fails to deliver knockout blow
Haarlem-based football club EDO continued their five-match winning streak with a 6-2 victory over IJmuiden. Under trainer Sjoerd Hamann, the team has secured a maximum of fifteen points since the wint...
Haarlem basketballers Triple Threat pull off major upset for first win of the new year: ‘Glad we got this victory’
The Haarlem-based women's basketball team Triple Threat secured their first victory of the new year with an upset win over the runner-up Jolly Jumpers. This performance ends a streak of consecutive lo...
Hillegom plays well, creates many chances, but fails to reward itself. 'Incredibly frustrating that we didn't manage to score'
Hillegom remains in the relegation zone of the first division after a scoreless draw at home against ZOB. Despite creating numerous scoring opportunities, the team failed to secure a win, marking thei...
Filmmaker explores Haarlem’s war history: ‘Last chance to let eyewitnesses speak for themselves’
Filmmaker Sander van Weert is creating a documentary focused on Haarlem's history during World War II. The project features interviews with local residents who share their personal experiences of livi...
Mitch Apau keeps going: Former Telstar captain joins Marken and becomes head scout for the White Lions
Former Telstar captain Mitch Apau has signed to play for amateur side SV Marken next season. The 35-year-old defender is also expected to take on the role of head scout for the professional club.
Koninklijke HFC defeats title contender again and climbs out of danger zone: 'We’re staying grounded'
Koninklijke HFC secured a 0-1 away victory against defending champions Quick Boys under interim trainer Pieter Mulders. This win helps the team move out of the danger zone, though Mulders emphasized t...