Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem district designated for rapid construction of 6,000 homes: "A good step"
The Dutch government has designated the Schalkwijk district in Haarlem as a national priority area to fast-track the construction of 5,000 to 6,000 new homes. This initiative will support the municipa...
No public transport in Haarlem on Wednesday, September 9: national strike to go ahead
Public transport in Haarlem will be largely unavailable on Wednesday, September 9, due to a planned nationwide strike by rail and bus employees. Unions are organizing the walkout to protest current go...
Beach bus pilot to Zandvoort ends: will it return next year?
A pilot bus service connecting visitors to the beaches of Zandvoort and Bloemendaal has finished its trial run. Local authorities are currently reviewing the initiative's success and will decide by mi...
Municipality and central government collaborate to speed up construction in Schalkwijk
Schalkwijk in Haarlem has been designated as a national large-scale housing location to fast-track the development of over 5,000 new, affordable homes. The municipality will receive central government...
Motorist (25) arrested in Heemstede after positive drug test and discovery of nitrous oxide
A 25-year-old driver was arrested in Heemstede after testing positive for cannabis during a traffic stop. Police additionally seized five nitrous oxide cylinders and soft drugs from his vehicle.
Children aged 12 and under can attend youth performances for free at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem
Stadsschouwburg Haarlem is offering free tickets to children aged 12 and under for two youth performances, Contra and Robin Hood, this year. The initiative seeks to make theater more accessible to you...
37 reports made to the municipality last week regarding construction in Haarlem and other issues
The municipality of Haarlem processed 37 permit applications and notifications last week, primarily involving residential construction projects like dormers and extensions. The filings also included t...
Number of divorces falls in Haarlem, but less sharply than nationwide
The number of divorces in Haarlem has decreased since 2018, though this decline is slower than the national average in the Netherlands. Recent data highlights a trend toward older couples ending their...
Hearing on squatted school building: can squatters stay?
Squatters occupying a former school building in Zwanenburg are challenging a municipality-led eviction order in court. They argue that the planned demolition is premature because mandatory environment...
Search operation in Overveen dunes involved missing 47-year-old from Haarlem
A 47-year-old man from Haarlem remains missing after last being seen on Sunday evening. Police and the Veteran Search Team recently conducted a search operation in the Overveen and Bloemendaal dune ar...
Roadworks on Zeeweg near Zandvoort cause temporary closures
Roadwork on the Zeeweg (N200) near Zandvoort will cause temporary traffic closures on September 1, 2, 8, and 9. Traffic will be diverted via the Zandvoortselaan, though emergency vehicles, buses, pede...
Are the hot days over? Here is the weather forecast for September in Haarlem
September in Haarlem is expected to be a mix of sunny periods and scattered showers, with temperatures generally ranging between 19 and 23 degrees Celsius. While the month begins with unsettled weathe...
Minister wants to accelerate construction of 30,000 homes at five new locations
Housing Minister Elanor Boekholt-O'Sullivan has designated five new development sites to fast-track the construction of 30,000 homes across the Netherlands. By providing national support and funding, ...
Homes evacuated after kitchen fire at restaurant in Nieuw-Vennep
A kitchen fire at a restaurant in Nieuw-Vennep prompted the temporary evacuation of nearby residents early this morning. There were no injuries reported, and the blaze was attributed to a short circui...
Running red lights or texting while cycling? Haarlemmermeer community officers can now issue fines
Community officers in Haarlemmermeer are now authorized to issue fines to cyclists and pedestrians for traffic violations such as phone use or running red lights. The municipality is implementing thes...
Party for the Animals Haarlem holds nature walk near Spaarndam
The Haarlem chapter of the Party for the Animals is hosting a guided nature walk through the Land van Gruijters on September 27. Participants will explore the local ecosystem with a guide, and registr...
Rain does not stop the hornet: nests still being built
Heavy rainfall has not hindered the expansion of the invasive Asian hornet population, which continues to build nests and threaten local biodiversity. Beekeepers are working to locate and neutralize t...
Applications for grid capacity for construction projects
Haarlem is urging developers and school boards to apply for electrical grid capacity as the network becomes increasingly constrained. Starting in October 2026, a new regulation will allow earlier appl...
Still have fireworks at home? Hand them in on October 1st
As a new nationwide firework ban takes effect in the Netherlands, residents are invited to dispose of prohibited fireworks without penalty. A special amnesty collection event will be held in Haarlem o...
Splinter Chabot speaks in Haarlem about identity and mental health
Writer and presenter Splinter Chabot will host a lecture on identity and mental health at the Museum van de Geest in Haarlem on September 10. Held on World Suicide Prevention Day, the event will featu...
Old Catholic Church in Haarlem elects female bishop
The Old Catholic Church in the Netherlands has elected Erna Peijnenburg as the first female bishop of its Haarlem diocese. She was selected by church members through a traditional voting process and i...
Police search for missing person in dunes near Overveen
Police are currently searching the dunes near Overveen for an individual who was reported missing yesterday. The operation, which includes the use of a police helicopter and the Veteranen Search Team,...
From Marilyn Monroe to Buster Keaton: these are the classics to see at the Haarlem Classic Film Festival
The Haarlem Classic Film Festival returns from September 5 to September 8, featuring screenings of cinematic legends like Buster Keaton and Marilyn Monroe at locations including FilmKoepel and Schuur....
Car set on fire in Haarlem, perpetrator flees
A car was set on fire on the Erasmuslaan in Haarlem late yesterday evening by an unidentified individual who fled the scene on a bicycle. Bystanders were able to limit the damage to the vehicle, and p...
Ajax heads toward transfer chaos: ‘I hope we will soon have a squad that can compete for trophies’
Ajax secured a comfortable 4-0 victory against Telstar in a match held in Haarlem. Despite the win, the club faces a challenging final three days of the transfer window, with management aiming to fina...
Maaike (51) from Haarlem missing after natural disaster in Nepal
Maaike Moolhuijsen, a 51-year-old from Haarlem, is missing after severe flooding in Nepal killed hundreds and left thousands unaccounted for. She was traveling as part of a group tour, and her family ...
LIVE Eredivisie | Struggling Ajax takes lead against Telstar through Davy Klaassen
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in an away Eredivisie match behind goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The victory serves as preparation for the team's upcoming t...
Have you seen Coco, Goofy, or Braam? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twelve pets, including cats, a parrot, and a pigeon, have been reported missing across various neighborhoods in Haarlem over the last week. The list, compiled using data from the animal registration o...
With a dune garden, you have a piece of National Park in your own backyard
PWN ranger Joeri Uilenreef is encouraging homeowners to create dune gardens in their backyards to support local nature and insect populations. Residents can use native plants to build drought-resistan...
Still running out of space at home? This foundation helps you declutter
The Ontspulknul foundation is helping residents in Vijfhuizen declutter their homes by collecting unwanted items and delivering them to thrift stores or waste centers. Supported by the local municipal...