Haarlem News in English
Haarlem news in English — local headlines from Haarlem and the wider Kennemerland region (Heemstede, Velsen, Beverwijk, Zandvoort, IJmuiden), translated daily for expats and English-speaking residents.
The 5 of… pianist Sam Nieuwenhuijs. ‘Jazz is daring to let something emerge in the moment’
Haarlem-based jazz pianist Sam Nieuwenhuijs is scheduled to perform at Sociëteit Vereeniging this Sunday following the release of his quartet's album 'Homebound.' In addition to his jazz career, Nieu...
From 'grand dame' to hypermodern: Extracting fertilizers, energy, and chemicals from Haarlem's wastewater
A hypermodern wastewater treatment plant is being constructed in the Waarderpolder district of Haarlem to replace older infrastructure. The facility aims to recover raw materials like fertilizers and ...
Jesper de Jong against Zverev on Roland Garros main court Sunday afternoon
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong will face world number three Alexander Zverev on Sunday afternoon for a place in the Roland Garros quarterfinals. The match is scheduled as the third event of the da...
Theater cat Tommy sometimes walks onto the stage during Hakim Traïdia's performances
Tommy, a twelve-year-old cat belonging to performer Hakim Traïdia, lives in his theater and occasionally wanders onto the stage during live performances. While the cat considers the venue his home, t...
Discover the story of Haarlem's 'Woman in the Resistance' artwork in this TV program
The new TV program 'Kunst in het wild' explores the history and public perception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' (Woman in the Resistance) artwork in Haarlem. The show aims to reveal the story behind th...
Haarlem council bans new snack bars around Spaarnwoude station: 'We want a healthy city'
The Haarlem city council has voted to ban the opening of new snack bars and fast-food outlets in the future Hart voor Oostpoort neighborhood near Spaarnwoude station. This initiative aims to combat ob...
Backyard shed goes up in flames in Haarlem
A shed in the backyard of a home on Delftlaan in Haarlem was completely destroyed by fire during the night from Friday to Saturday. The structure was fully engulfed in flames throughout the incident.
Trucks take priority over terraces in Haarlem city center, clear majority says: 'Take your coffee elsewhere'
A survey of 600 respondents indicates that approximately 60 percent prioritize shop deliveries over early morning terrace seating in Haarlem's city center. Most participants believe that leisure activ...
Zandvoort brothers fulfill dream: taking self-built boats out to sea
Brothers Huig and Joop Molenaar from Zandvoort are nearing the completion of two self-built sailing boats based on traditional Shetland Island designs to honor their town's maritime history. The sibli...
Koen Suyk (72) was the Netherlands' top hockey photographer for years; now he is happy mowing the fields of Bloemendaal
Koen Suyk, a 72-year-old veteran sports photographer from Haarlem, is retiring after a career spanning 52 years. Known for his hockey photography across the Netherlands, Suyk will now spend his time e...
No new holiday bungalows at Vogelenzang campsite until October 1. Mistrust remains despite court promise
The co-owner of MarinaParken has promised a Haarlem court that no new holiday bungalows will be installed at Camping Vogelenzang until October 1. This agreement was reached during a summary proceeding...
Motorcycle completely burnt out on N200 near Halfweg
A motorcycle caught fire and was completely destroyed on the N200 near Halfweg on Friday evening. The incident occurred at the traffic lights near the Dubbele Buurt on the road heading toward Haarlem.
Hamdija Draganovic survived multiple concentration camps before arriving at the Ripperda Barracks: ‘In the Netherlands you have to move on with your life, you have no choice’
Hamdija Draganovic, a survivor of several concentration camps, recounts his journey of fleeing Bosnia in the 1990s and rebuilding his life in the Netherlands. After initially staying at the Ripperdaka...
Four witnesses questioned over violence after Telstar-FC Den Bosch match: ‘I am being portrayed as an organized hooligan in the police investigation’
An investigative judge in Haarlem will hear four additional witnesses regarding mass violence that followed a football match between Telstar and FC Den Bosch last year. The decision comes during the t...
Take grandpa or grandma out for dinner for free? Soon possible in Haarlem
On Thursday, June 4th, Haarlem will celebrate Grandparents' Day by offering free meals for elderly residents when they are accompanied to local restaurants. This initiative encourages people to take t...
Emergency ordinance in Zandvoort all weekend: 'Immediate action against nuisance'
The municipality of Zandvoort has implemented an emergency ordinance for the weekend to allow police to act immediately against public disturbances following a series of violent incidents. The measure...
A fine for a stumble. Handball player Sarah Dekker doesn't mind: 'It pays for the team outing'
Dutch handball player Sarah Dekker is currently competing for the Danish league title with her team Odense, who won the first game of the final series. Dekker, whose time in Denmark is coming to an en...
Sophie (17) and Levi (18) became friends at the Coornhert: 'There is a kind of awkwardness between us, but we're both fine with that'
Sophie Tappin and Levi Decaster from Haarlem share the story of their friendship, which began at the Coornhert Lyceum. They describe a unique bond characterized by a comfortable sense of awkwardness t...
Haarlem redesigns Kleine Houtweg for more greenery and safety
The municipality of Haarlem will begin the redevelopment of the Kleine Houtweg at the end of this year to improve safety and increase greenery. The project involves narrowing the road and converting i...
More room for greenery and cyclists on the Kleine Houtweg
The Haarlem city council has approved a redesign of the Kleine Houtweg to prioritize cyclists, pedestrians, and green space, with construction scheduled to begin in late 2026. The project will convert...
Haarlem Bowls marks 30 years. Surprisingly fun for young and old. 'It’s mainly a tactical game'
Haarlem Bowls is celebrating its 30th anniversary and hosting introductory clinics every Wednesday evening in June at its facility in Haarlem-Noord. The club aims to increase awareness of the sport, w...
Haarlem man (23) who extorted money mule will not return to jail; victim was forced to withdraw cash
A 23-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced for extorting a young money mule and forcing him to withdraw cash. The defendant will not return to prison as his 166-day sentence was already served ...
Haarlem City Theater spotlights dance: ‘We have breakers, lockers and free runners. And fantastic pole dancers’
Stadsschouwburg Haarlem has announced that dance will feature prominently in its upcoming season's programming. The diverse lineup includes styles such as breaking and pole dancing, alongside performa...
Telstar pitch worst in Eredivisie, AZ also scores poorly
A ranking by players' union VVCS reveals that Eredivisie captains rated Telstar's pitch as the worst in the league last season, while AZ also scored poorly in 16th place. PSV earned the highest rating...
Cartoonist Peter de Wit gets a boost from Haarlem: 'I moved from a child's bedroom to a real studio'
Comic artist Peter de Wit has moved to a new home and studio in Haarlem, providing him with a professional workspace along the Spaarne. He shares the new atelier with his wife, Els, moving away from h...
Even cautious dismantling of Werf Conrad goes too far for PRO, D66, VVD and CDA; developer given free hand
A majority of political parties, including PRO, D66, VVD, and CDA, have decided against a careful inspection of the historic Werf Conrad administrative building to uncover potential hidden heritage. C...
'We specifically want to reach those who haven't been heard yet' Marjolein van Haaften wants LGBTQ+ people to participate in new research
Researcher Marjolein van Haaften of Discriminatie.nl Kennemerland is seeking more participants for the biennial Pink Panel survey, which tracks safety and discrimination within the LGBTQ+ community. T...
'The Sirens of Haarlem': Brazilian comic book artists honor resistance heroes Hannie Schaft and Oversteegen sisters in new graphic novel
Brazilian creators Gio Guimarães and Felipe Pan have released a graphic novel titled 'The Sirens of Haarlem' honoring Dutch resistance heroes Hannie Schaft and the Oversteegen sisters. The artists wi...
Blind retired Notre Dame organist coming to Haarlem Organ Festival
The legendary 87-year-old blind organist Jean-Pierre Leguay will be a featured guest at the International Organ Festival Haarlem. The retired Notre Dame organist is recognized as one of the prominent ...
Is Haarlem losing its grip on demonstrations? 'No one has a guarantee that dangerous things won't happen'
Concerns are growing over the safety and management of demonstrations in Haarlem following several dangerous incidents involving police interventions and threats to protesters. Dirk Lammers of Protest...