Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Macron urges calm ahead of radical nationalist's death commemoration
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for calm ahead of a commemorative march scheduled for Saturday afternoon in Lyon. The event honors a radical nationalist who was recently beaten to death in...
Haarlemmermeer peak water storage faces technical problem: what if heavy rain persists?
The peak water storage facility in Haarlemmermeer is currently facing a significant technical malfunction. There are concerns that the facility may be unable to handle excess water if prolonged heavy ...
Stricter terrorism controls in Port of IJmuiden, many quays equipped with fences
The Port of IJmuiden is implementing stricter security measures and restricting public access to several quays to combat terrorism. Following the example of other major Dutch ports like Rotterdam and ...
André Hazes and B.B. King share the stage posthumously: Theater calls for the audience’s imagination to speak
A new theatrical production posthumously brings together Dutch folk singer André Hazes and American blues legend B.B. King, inspired by their brief real-life encounter on Hazes' 50th birthday. The pl...
Divers search for victim after car enters water; occupant found unharmed
Divers were deployed to search for a victim after a car crashed into the water on the Cruquiusdijk in Vijfhuizen around 1:30 AM. The occupant was later found unharmed at a different location, having a...
Young skaters choose short track in Alkmaar and Haarlem after Milan performances: ‘Trying to overtake explosively’
The success of Dutch athletes at the Milan Olympics, including champion Jens van ’t Wout, has led to a surge of interest in short track skating among young people in Alkmaar and Haarlem. Local organ...
Wout Weghorst is barely in the picture at Ajax: why does no one believe in the ‘gamechanger’ anymore?
Wout Weghorst's role at Ajax has reached its most limited point since joining the club, raising concerns about his future and playing time. With his contract expiring and the World Cup approaching, th...
Four debates in Bloemendaal ahead of municipal elections
Bloemendaal will host four election debates in preparation for the upcoming municipal elections. The series begins on Friday, February 20, with the "Rainbow Debate" held in Aerdenhout.
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Police in bulletproof vests investigate for hours in Velsen-Noord, one arrest [update]
Police in Velsen-Noord conducted a several-hour investigation on Wijkerstraatweg following a threat that potentially involved a firearm on Friday night. Officers wearing bulletproof vests arrested one...
Venezuelan authorities grant amnesty to 379 prisoners
Venezuelan authorities have granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners following the passage of a new law on Friday. The move follows the removal of former President Nicolás Maduro from power and is ...
New Bird Bike a source of frustration for mother and son Kas. Bike is mostly out of service for repairs
After saving €1,200 to purchase a La Souris Bird Bike, a young owner named Kas and his mother have faced ongoing frustration due to the electric bicycle's frequent technical failures. The bike has s...
Weekend or weekday? This is the day King's Day 2026 falls on
King's Day 2026 will fall on Monday, April 27, providing many people in the Netherlands with a long weekend and an extra day off. This follows two consecutive years where the national holiday occurred...
Ukrainian Julia Vodolazska bought a house in Hoorn: ‘This is the first year we feel a bit stable’
Julia Vodolazska and her family fled the Russian invasion of Ukraine and settled in Hoorn, Netherlands, where they both secured permanent employment and purchased a home. Despite their relatively smoo...
From the slopes to the circuit. Martijn Wijsman (52) has only one leg, but that doesn’t stop him from wanting to be the best
Martijn Wijsman, a 52-year-old four-time Paralympian and cancer survivor with one leg, is transitioning from a career in professional skiing to competitive car racing. The Zandvoort resident recently ...
The tax authorities as the worm in the apple
Reforming the tax system has emerged as one of the most significant challenges for the Dutch government, despite being overshadowed by high-profile issues like nitrogen and migration. This complex fis...
Beverwijk sacrifices green space for Heemskerk housing development: 299 new homes near station area
The Beverwijk city council has approved a plan to construct 299 new homes at Euratomplein near the Heemskerk station area. The project involves building on a small portion of land belonging to Beverwi...
Toos & Henk - February 21
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his "Toos & Henk" comic strip. Published from Monday to Saturday, the February 21 entry continues his regular series of ...
'If this ban is implemented, it won't solve the PFAS problem': Jasper Roubos from Haarlemmermeer fears for the future of Dutch arable farming
Dutch farmer Jasper Roubos warns that a potential ban on pesticides containing PFAS could destroy the country's arable farming sector without effectively solving the chemical pollution problem. The Ne...
Netherlands considers ban on PFAS pesticides
The Netherlands is considering a ban on various pesticides containing PFAS to protect the country's groundwater. While drinking water companies support the potential measure, farmers have expressed si...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax host season revelation NEC in direct battle for third place
Ajax is set to host NEC at the Johan Cruijff Arena tonight in a significant Eredivisie matchup between two teams currently tied at 42 points. The 21:00 kick-off serves as a direct battle for third pla...
Total of five dead in Austria avalanches
Five skiers died following avalanches in Austria on Friday, according to reports from local authorities. The death toll rose after one of the three people rescued from an avalanche near St. Anton am A...
Comedian Eric van Sauers ashamed he doesn’t want to perform in Limburg and Groningen: ‘That arrogance. As if I'm too big for that’
Dutch comedian Eric van Sauers expressed regret for excluding distant Dutch provinces from his theater tour to avoid long travel times, labeling the decision as arrogant. He reflected on his 42-year r...
Extensive cloud cover, little sun in Haarlem in the afternoon
Haarlem will experience overcast skies today with an increasing chance of rain, followed by a rainy night. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 10°C this afternoon with moderate winds and wil...
Police praise critical eye of Big Brother Awards
The Dutch National Police have adjusted their operational methods based on critical feedback provided by the digital rights organization Bits of Freedom. During the 2025 Big Brother Awards, Deputy Pol...
Dutch men's short track relay team wins eighth Olympic gold
The Dutch men's short track team, featuring Jens van ’t Wout, Melle van ’t Wout, Teun Boer, and Friso Emons, won the gold medal in the relay at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games. This victory marks ...
Dutch Tax Authority continues to use algorithms, promises improvement
The Dutch Tax Authority has committed to using algorithms more responsibly following criticism and receiving a Big Brother Award for privacy violations. However, a spokesperson stated that the organiz...
Future of vacant national monument Bloemoord still unknown
The housing association Brederode Wonen is considering various future scenarios for the vacant historic monument Bloemoord on Bloemendaalseweg. A new purpose is being sought for the building following...
Multiple dead in avalanche at Austrian ski resort St. Anton
At least two people were killed on Friday following an avalanche near the St. Anton am Arlberg ski resort in western Austria. The incident occurred in the mountainous region of the country's west, as ...
Andrew may be removed from line of succession after Epstein case
The British government is considering legislation to remove Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. This move would proceed once the police investigation ...
Higher sentences for mistaken identity kidnapping of man (56) held for days in Gouda warehouse
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has sentenced six men to prison terms of up to four years and 11 months for the mistaken identity kidnapping of a 56-year-old man. The victim was abducted in Cruquius and...