Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to keep in mind this week (February 23 – March 1)
Roadworks in Haarlem will result in partial street closures from February 23 to March 1, affecting areas such as Van Marumstraat and the Langebrug. Drivers should expect disruptions in the city center...
Wormerland considers merger with Purmerend or Zaanstad
The Wormerland executive board has advised the municipal council to consider a merger with either Purmerend or Zaanstad. This recommendation is driven by the financial vulnerability the municipality f...
Haarlem takes steps towards natural gas-free living
Haarlem has established the Heat Program 2026–2030 as part of its phased plan to transition to natural gas-free living. Preparations in the first designated neighborhoods are scheduled to begin duri...
Finnish artist Teppo Korte exhibits colorful works at KEK: ‘I get my inspiration from nature’
Finnish artist Teppo Korte is currently exhibiting his colorful, nature-inspired artworks at KEK in Haarlem. His pieces often address environmental themes, such as a work depicting a swimmer surrounde...
Housing construction at Blekersveld: enough to drive you crazy. Why can’t Bloemendaal politicians make a decision?
Politicians in Bloemendaal are struggling to finalize housing construction plans for the Blekersveld area near the Westelijke Randweg. The frequent changes to the project's design have caused frustrat...
Benzene remediation along Broekpolder to begin July 1. Further investigation around Aagtenpark still needed
The remediation of benzene-contaminated groundwater in the Broekpolder district is scheduled to begin on July 1. The permit application for the project remains available for public inspection until Ma...
Municipal elections on March 18: what the Party for the Animals wants in Haarlem
Haarlem residents will vote in the municipal elections on March 18 to elect a new city council. This report highlights the specific plans and political platform of the Party for the Animals.
Number of Ukrainian refugees in Haarlem nearly doubles in almost three and a half years
The municipality of Haarlem currently provides shelter to 1,396 Ukrainian refugees as the conflict continues following the Russian invasion. This figure represents a significant increase, with the num...
Telstar bold in De Kuip, but White Lions still lose to Feyenoord
Telstar lost 2-1 to Feyenoord at De Kuip despite taking an early 1-0 lead. The "White Lions" delivered a strong performance in the final minutes but were unable to find an equalizer.
Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’
Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...
Local political parties rent shop premises ahead of municipal elections: 'If the weather is good, we'll put a standing table outside'
In preparation for the municipal elections on March 18, local political parties D66 and CDA have rented vacant storefronts on Breestraat to use as campaign offices. The parties plan to use these centr...
You can't get closer to legend Muddy Waters; Authentic blues theater by Mud Morganfield in HBC
The Haarlem Blues Club recently hosted a performance by Mud Morganfield, the son of blues legend Muddy Waters. The event provided an authentic blues experience that brought the audience as close as po...
Rules for migrant worker housing in Schiphol-Rijk and Beukenhorst-Oost adjusted: Must also be acceptable for local residents
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer has updated its policy rules for housing migrant workers in Schiphol-Rijk and Beukenhorst-Oost following 42 community objections. The new guidelines aim to better ev...
Children get crafting at Glitterland pop-up in Grote Houtstraat: 'Today I wore my glitter dress specially'
Children are visiting the Glitterland pop-up shop on Grote Houtstraat to engage in various creative activities such as painting and diamond painting. The temporary store provides a magical-themed spac...
'Significant amount' of dead fish in the Spaarne due to oil in water: 'Important that it doesn't spread further'
A significant number of dead fish and an oil slick over one kilometer long were discovered in the Spaarne river last Friday. The Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland has installed oil booms to contain the s...
Triple Threat still searching for victory: 'We are not good enough at the moment'
The Triple Threat women's basketball team from Haarlem suffered a 66-88 defeat against the Den Helder Suns, marking their eighth loss in the last nine games. The team continues to struggle with their ...
For their first pool, Schalkwijk residents raised the capital themselves by passing the hat
The Schalkwijk neighborhood in Haarlem is planning a new 40-million-euro swimming pool, which includes a 2-million-euro iconic slide. This significant investment contrasts with the community's history...
'It went well for an hour.' South African Jan-Corrick van der Watt (25) is captain of a youthful Haarlem team
South African Jan-Corrick van der Watt captained a young Haarlem-based sports team in a match against Hoek van Holland at the Van der Aart Sportpark. Despite leveling the score at 19-19, the team even...
Haarlem shopkeepers and hospitality owners to receive subsidies for disabled toilets and wheelchair ramps starting in March
Starting in March, the municipality of Haarlem will offer subsidies of up to 20,000 euros per building to help shops, restaurants, museums, and social institutions improve accessibility. These funds a...
France summons US ambassador over activist's murder
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has announced that he will summon U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner over comments the diplomat made regarding the murder of a French far-right activist last wee...
Schoof: those were two weeks of absolute top-level sport
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof praised the national team’s performance following the conclusion of the Winter Olympics, calling the event a celebration of elite sport. The Netherlands achieved its...
Skeleton of Saint Francis displayed 800 years after his death
The skeleton of Saint Francis of Assisi will be publicly displayed starting this Sunday at the Franciscan monastery in Assisi for the first time in 800 years. The exhibition runs until March 22 and is...
Het Schoter students explore history of slavery: 'I hope they will retell the stories'
Students from the Dutch secondary school Het Schoter are participating in the "OnVergeten" project to learn about the history of slavery. The group gathered at the Grote Markt in Haarlem to engage wit...
Duinwijck set for national title battle after easy win; Drop Shot the first hurdle
Duinwijck secured third place in the regular season standings after a 6-2 victory over Smashing. The Haarlem-based team has qualified for the national title play-offs, where they will first face Drop ...
Onze Gezellen fails to upset second-division side, exits tournament with head held high
Fifth-division football club Onze Gezellen was eliminated from the district cup following a narrow 3-2 defeat against second-division side VVIJ. Despite the loss, the team left the tournament with pri...
Graaf Florislaan to become 30 km/h zone to reduce vibrations and noise from new speed bumps
The speed limit on Graaf Florislaan in Beverwijk is being reduced to 30 km/h to address significant noise and vibration issues caused by newly installed speed bumps. Local residents reported the distu...
Saving lives on 'Asphalt': road inspector Roy shares the raw reality of the highway
Former Dutch road inspector Roy Heiliegers has published a book titled "Asfalt" to highlight the dangerous and life-saving work performed by Rijkswaterstaat employees on the country's highways. The bo...
Have you seen Oreo, Remco or Pablo? These six pets are missing in Haarlem
Six pets, including animals named Oreo, Remco, and Pablo, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to provide any information that could help locate the mis...
TV presenter Koos Postema dies at 93
Renowned Dutch television presenter Koos Postema has passed away at the age of 93. His family announced on Sunday that he died on Saturday from old age, surrounded by his two daughters.
Enjoying history in Schagen: from milk salon to castle towers
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd has introduced a 2.8-kilometer historical walking route through the city center of Schagen. This self-guided tour explores local history by visiting landmarks such as...