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.
Haarlem rat traps kill 20 to 60 rats a day: 'Yet nuisance reports are rising'
Smart traps in Haarlem's sewers are killing between 20 and 60 rats daily, yet the municipality expects 2026 to be a record year for pest reports. To address the persistent issue, Alderman Berkhout is ...
Commercial vehicle damaged by fire in Haarlem parking lot
A commercial vehicle was heavily damaged by a fire late Sunday night in a parking lot behind Engelandlaan in Haarlem. The incident occurred around 12:15 AM, resulting in significant damage to the vehi...
Corrie ten Boom provided a Haarlem refuge for Jews: 'She saved countless lives and risked her own'
Corrie ten Boom is honored for her courageous resistance work in Haarlem during World War II, where she provided a safe haven for Jews and saved numerous lives. Her legacy of risking her own safety fo...
Yellow alert for dense fog across much of the country
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for dense fog across a large part of the Netherlands on Monday morning. Visibility may drop below 200 meters in all provinces except for Groningen, Friesland,...
Car flips over after hitting road barrier in Haarlem, driver arrested
A car flipped over on Sunday evening in Haarlem after colliding with a concrete road barrier installed for construction on Schalkwijkerstraat. The vehicle was reportedly launched into the air upon imp...
Exhibition in Ontmoetingskerk highlights human rights in Iran: ‘Young people risked death to demand change’
An exhibition at the Ontmoetingskerk features photographs of men and women killed during recent anti-regime protests in Iran. The display aims to bring attention to human rights issues and honor the y...
Haarlem Dolle Minas statue protest: Women have been written out of history
The activist group Dolle Mina's held a demonstration at the Grote Markt in Haarlem to protest the lack of recognition for influential women throughout history. Eleven participants represented overlook...
Women’s clinic swamped: ‘In the hospital I hardly ever saw anyone for menopause’
The Ellesie women's clinic is facing a surge in demand for menopause-related healthcare, with waiting lists growing from six days to nearly a year. Medical professionals highlight that providing prope...
Shame that RV site along Western Ring Road is disappearing. ‘Terrible, a real shame’
The popular UrbanCamperSpot Haarlem is closing, prompting disappointment from international tourists who used it as a base to explore the region. Visitors have expressed their regret in multiple langu...
Rood-Wit loses crucial points after disallowed goal
Hockey club Rood-Wit lost crucial points after a controversial referee decision led to a disallowed goal in their match against promotion candidate Voordaan. The decision prevented the Aerdenhout-base...
Car heavily damaged by fire on Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem
A parked car was heavily damaged after catching fire on Sunday afternoon at Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem. A neighboring vehicle also sustained damage during the incident.
Cartoonist Jip van den Toorn delivers Arondéus Lecture on freedom: 'Resistance hero Willem Arondéus would be a queer activist today'
Cartoonist Jip van den Toorn will deliver the annual Arondéuslezing on the theme of freedom, focusing on the legacy of resistance hero Willem Arondéus. She suggests that Arondéus would likely be a ...
So much bare skin, so much red: A shock on the beach for National Skin Fund director Marijne Landman
Marijne Landman, director of the Haarlem-based National Skin Fund, expressed concern after observing numerous sunburned visitors on beaches during the first sunny days of May. She warned that skin dam...
Time seems ripe for a total smoking ban on Zandvoort and IJmuiden beaches
A recent poll conducted by Haarlems Dagblad and IJmuider Courant shows that 62 percent of respondents support a complete smoking ban on the beaches of Zandvoort and IJmuiden. Proponents of the ban cit...
How to avoid the crowds and not miss a thing at Bevrijdingspop in Haarlem
Bevrijdingspop in Haarlem, the oldest Liberation Day festival in the Netherlands, expects large crowds this year due to a popular artist lineup. The event is providing visitors with tips on how to nav...
Thrilling climax nears for Telstar: 'You remember these matches for the rest of your life'
Telstar has two matches remaining to secure its position in the Eredivisie after a recent 1-1 draw against NEC. The team currently controls its own destiny in the fight against relegation and expresse...
Tom Kerr sprints sixty meters for ‘dream try’, but Haarlem still suffer heavy defeat against RRC
RFC Haarlem suffered a heavy 14-61 home defeat against RRC despite an impressive 60-meter try by Tom Kerr in the opening minutes. While Haarlem started the match strongly, the visitors took control mi...
Haarlem in Wartime in cinemas this week: Residents share their war experiences
The documentary 'Haarlem in Oorlogstijd' premieres this Wednesday at the Filmkoepel cinema. The film features residents of Haarlem sharing their personal stories and experiences from the city during W...
Telstar keeper Ronald Koeman slams NAC injunction: ‘Scandalous they want to do it this way’
Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman has condemned NAC Breda's legal challenge to replay a match against Go Ahead Eagles, as the outcome could still impact Telstar’s relegation status. Despite Telstar r...
Starring role for softball international Maxime van Dalen in Sparks Haarlem doubleheader sweep: 'I haven't had many of those in my career'
Softball player Maxime van Dalen hit three home runs, including a grand slam, to lead Sparks Haarlem to two victories over Onze Gezellen on Saturday. Following these wins, the team has taken the lead ...
Haarlem baseball players have little to fear from Hoofddorp. 'Great to take home two points'
The Dutch baseball major league has started its season with a new format featuring seven teams and a modified game schedule. Kinheim coach Milan Lammerts noted the adjustment to the new structure as t...
Dancing in the sun? This is the weather forecast for Liberation Day in Haarlem
Meteorologist Floris Lafeber provides the weather outlook for Liberation Day on May 5, 2026, in Haarlem. The forecast explores whether attendees can expect sunny conditions or rain while celebrating t...
What the lords and ladies of Haarlem's Huis ter Kleef ate
Archaeologists and heritage specialists are investigating the ruins of Huis ter Kleef in Haarlem to understand the lives and diets of its 15th-century noble inhabitants. By analyzing food remains foun...
Bevrijdingspop to center on war and freedom in 2026: 'The new generation feels deeply about what is happening in the world'
The Haarlem festival Bevrijdingspop is shifting its focus to emphasize the importance of peace, security, and freedom in its upcoming edition. While still featuring popular music acts like S10 and Ban...
Telstar earns impressive point at NEC after wild night of storms and a bicycle kick
Telstar secured a 1-1 draw in a challenging away match against NEC. The game was marked by a thunderstorm and a disallowed bicycle kick goal.
Nights in the Kennemer Dunes: how Ronald Zimmerman became Nature Photographer of the Year
Haarlem-based photographer Ronald Zimmerman has been named Nature Photographer of the Year after winning the Groene Camera award for his work. His award-winning series captures natterjack toads at nig...
Trendy retail chain opens its doors in Haarlem: ‘What we find beautiful is the starting point’
The concept store 'Things I like, Things I love' has opened a new location in the Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem. This trendy chain selects its products based on what the owners personally find beautiful...
Local residents concerned by boat fires in Brouwersvaart. 'Can camera surveillance be installed here?'
Residents near the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem are expressing concern and requesting camera surveillance after a series of arson attacks. On Saturday morning, two boats were set on fire, following previo...
Haarlem court employee fired for embezzling 150,000 euros
A financial employee at the Haarlem court was dismissed after embezzling approximately 150,000 euros between 2018 and 2025. While a criminal investigation was initiated, it was halted following the em...
Shared dining feels special at Table Twenty Four, but what are those corn kernels doing in our dessert? (7.5)
Table Twenty Four offers a special shared dining experience featuring well-presented and delicious dishes. While the overall quality is high, the review mentions that some elements felt missing and qu...