haarlemsdagbladApr 18, 2026, 06:33

Six-year prison sentence demanded for sexual abuse of three stepdaughters: ‘Intimacy feels like a threat to me. The impact is permanent’

A 53-year-old man from Haarlemmermeer appeared in a Haarlem court on Thursday facing charges for the long-term sexual abuse of his three minor stepdaughters. Prosecutors have demanded a six-year prison sentence, though the defendant denies all allegations, claiming they are fabricated.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.

Museum of the Mind in Haarlem raises 11,500 euros for mental health

The Museum van de Geest in Haarlem raised 11,500 euros during its Walk & Talk charity event to support youth mental health awareness. The proceeds will fund educational projects aimed at helping young people address issues such as stress, depression, and burnout.

Support for chemsex issues collapses after closure of Stichting Mainline

The closure of Stichting Mainline has severely limited accessible support services for individuals in Amsterdam facing problems related to chemsex. Healthcare providers are now sounding the alarm, warning that the loss of this specialized care leaves a vulnerable group without adequate prevention and assistance.

Solve the Haarlem Murdoku with a Halloween twist: who committed murder in the church?

To celebrate Halloween, a fictional murder mystery puzzle called a Murdoku has been set in the St. Bavo Church in Haarlem. Players must use logical clues to place various horror film characters on a grid to identify that Pennywise is the culprit behind the death of Marion Crane.

Ben Cramer undergoes heart surgery for the third time: 'Doesn't happen every day'

Singer Ben Cramer is undergoing his third heart valve surgery following persistent health issues that surfaced after a motorcycle accident last year. The veteran performer, known for his 1971 hit De Clown, expects a swift recovery and plans to return to the stage as early as next month.