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.
Three grandfathers in and from Haarlem, IJmuiden, Santpoort, Velsen and Leiden: ‘There is a lot of abandonment in this book’
Author Frank Oudman has written a book about his family history, focusing on the lives of three grandfathers. The narrative covers their experiences across several Dutch locations, including Haarlem a...
Ronald Bartlema remained involved with Jeugdjournaal until the end; as a food critic, he preferred dining incognito
Family and friends gathered at Westerveld to bid farewell to Ronald Bartlema, a long-time culinary critic and contributor to the Jeugdjournaal who died at age 67. Following the funeral service, a rece...
Haarlem man jailed for role in Malieveld riots and ordered to compensate police officers
A 27-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to one year in prison, with six months suspended, for his involvement in the Malieveld riots last September. In addition to jail time, the court order...
No mercy for sidewalks taped off weeks before King's Day: ‘Spray it all away’
A poll reveals that ninety percent of respondents dislike the practice of claiming flea market spots for King's Day weeks in advance using tape and paint. Residents expressed frustration over the pree...
Domestic violence in Haarlem rises for second year in a row
The number of households in Haarlem reporting domestic violence to Veilig Thuis rose for the second consecutive year, with 840 cases recorded last year. A majority of these reported incidents involved...
Antique market organizer gloomy after court hearing: ’I don’t think I’m going to win this’
Alice de Nijs, organizer of the Haarlem antique markets, expressed pessimism following a legal hearing at the Raad van State regarding a dispute with the municipality. After the session, she stated he...
Mostly emergency seekers, status holders and students in Oldenhove, but Joyce Goverde captures the stories behind these stereotypical labels in new exhibition
Photographer Joyce Goverde is presenting a new exhibition that captures the personal stories of residents living in the Oldenhove temporary housing community before its scheduled demolition next year....
Haarlem components orbited the moon on Artemis II. 'Quite proud'
Components manufactured in Haarlem, including solar panel springs and shuttle connectors, were part of NASA's recent Artemis II mission around the moon. Local manufacturers expressed pride in contribu...
Thousands of kilometers for Telstar: how a Swiss South Korean fell in love with a club in the polder
Waudiz, a Swiss South Korean football fan, travels thousands of kilometers to the Netherlands to support the football club Telstar. Despite his friend's skepticism about his choice of club, he has bec...
Residents fear parking chaos: ‘Parking around Bolstoren will be a total mess’
Residents of Nieuw-Vennep took legal action in a Haarlem court against the Haarlemmermeer municipality over plans to build 110 apartments and a care center near the Bolstoren. They fear the new develo...
Nostalgia at the Zaanenlaan fair: ‘Unique that this takes place in a residential area, this should never disappear’
The Lunapark fair on Zaanenlaan in Haarlem-Noord is celebrating its long-standing history as it approaches its 100th anniversary in five years. To honor the tradition, historical images of the fair ar...
Royal honors: Fourteen men and two women in Haarlem receive royal decorations
Sixteen residents of Haarlem, consisting of fourteen men and two women, have been awarded royal decorations in honor of King's Day. This annual tradition recognizes their significant contributions and...
21-year-old from Haarlem arrested for home robbery
Police arrested a 21-year-old man from Haarlem yesterday morning in connection with a home robbery that took place on April 13. During the incident, the suspect allegedly threatened a resident with a ...
Mother of minor explosion suspect arrested in Haarlem
A 41-year-old woman has been arrested for complicity in an attempted bombing in Haarlem after her minor son was caught trying to place an explosive in February. Police allege she helped plan the timin...
Mother of minor suspect in Haarlem attempted explosion arrested
Dutch police have arrested two additional suspects in the investigation of an attempted explosion on Louis Pasteurstraat in Haarlem that occurred earlier this year. One of the newly detained individua...
Preparations for paid parking in Ter Kleefkwartier begin
Starting March 1, 2027, paid parking will be implemented across the entire Ter Kleefkwartier neighborhood in Haarlem to manage high parking demand. The initiative is part of a broader city council pla...
Sumo wrestling, horse racing and costume parades: what to do on King's Day besides flea markets
King's Day in the Haarlem and Velsen region features a variety of unique events beyond traditional flea markets, including sumo wrestling, horse races, and costume parades. This overview highlights se...
No-nonsense barber Jan Dortmundt of Heart & Soul: Keeping it basic works best
Jan Dortmundt is retiring from his barbershop, Hart & Ziel, located in a former church on Kleverparkweg in Haarlem. The business will be taken over by Brenda Roffel and Cindy Jansen, who plan to prese...
More regions moved to highest wildfire alert level
The fire department has raised the wildfire warning to the highest level, Phase 2, in several Dutch regions due to persistent drought. New areas under alert include Flevoland and Twente, joining regio...
Haarlem opposition shows reluctance at coalition agreement input session: 'We are being taken for a ride'
Ten opposition parties in Haarlem expressed skepticism and reluctance during an input session organized by the forming coalition parties PRO, D66, and CDA. Opposition members felt the process was insi...
Vintage shopping in Haarlem: 7 of the best stores
Haarlem's city center offers a diverse selection of vintage clothing stores, making it a prime destination for shoppers seeking unique items. Each shop provides a distinct atmosphere and collection fo...
Missing toes and a laptop bag: Prosecution doesn't know what happened at Heemskerk parking lot
A 29-year-old man from Uitgeest appeared in court in Haarlem on Thursday for his alleged involvement in a serious assault on a parking lot in Heemskerk in April 2023. The suspect and victim provided c...
Wijkertunnel maintenance essential: Life-saving fire fans reach end of service life
The Wijkertunnel will close for four weeks this summer for essential maintenance to replace aging ventilation fans. These fans are critical for safety during fires and have reached the end of their op...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (April 24-26)
Haarlem is hosting a variety of events and activities for the weekend of April 24 to 26. The city is preparing for King's Night celebrations, offering residents and visitors several options ranging fr...
Illustrator Eric Coolen (60) looks back on career with new book: ‘If I’d started in my twenties, I’d be burnt out now’
Illustrator Eric Coolen marks his 60th birthday with a new book, "Geen dag zonder lijn," which looks back on his prolific career. The publication details his creative process and his habit of working ...
Garden of Haarlem Foundation celebrates 30th anniversary
The Garden of Haarlem Foundation is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The organization has reached this milestone after three decades of activity in the city.
YouTuber Rouand banned from making prank calls after conviction
A YouTuber whose New Year's Eve prank call led to a fatal shooting was already on probation for previous prank call convictions at the time of the incident. He had been legally prohibited from making ...
This is the King's Day 2026 program in Haarlem
Haarlem has announced its program for King's Day on Monday, April 27, 2026, featuring a variety of events including live performances and traditional flea markets. The city-wide celebrations offer act...
IJmond youth feud: First convict released with ankle monitor
An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to ten months in prison, with six months suspended, for the attempted manslaughter and public assault of a teenager from Haarlem during a violent youth feud. Havi...
Master plan for Hart voor Oostpoort adjusted
The city of Haarlem has updated the 'Hart voor Oostpoort' master plan after incorporating feedback from residents concerning traffic, parking, and public green spaces. Key adjustments include retainin...