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.
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...
Judge rebukes Cruquius landlord: tenant’s ex-partner must be removed from lease
A court in Haarlem has ordered the landlord Haarlemmermeer Vastgoed Beheer to remove a woman from a rental contract after her relationship with the co-tenant ended. Despite both parties requesting tha...
Motorcyclist injured in accident on Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem
A motorcyclist was injured in an accident on the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem on Thursday morning. The victim was rushed to the hospital for medical treatment following the incident.
Heemstede butcher takes on Amsterdam with flair: 'I was a social worker in a white coat'
Former butcher Paul Wiegel has published his third book, "Professional Knowledge and the Customer Psyche," reflecting on his career and the social interactions he had with his clients. Having worked i...
Seven people assault victim during street robbery in Nelson Mandelapark in Haarlem
A group of approximately seven individuals assaulted and robbed a victim in Nelson Mandela Park in Haarlem on Tuesday night. The incident occurred around 11:15 PM, and police are investigating the str...
Rain or sun? This is the weather forecast for King's Day in Haarlem
Meteorologist Floris Lafeber from weeronline.nl provides the weather forecast for King's Day in Haarlem. The forecast aims to inform residents whether they can celebrate the holiday outdoors in the ci...
Judge who filed thousands of FOI requests barred from hearing cases
A judge from the Noord-Holland District Court has been suspended from presiding over cases until further notice after personally filing more than 4,000 public records requests with municipalities thro...
70-year-old Haarlem man guilty of group insult against Jews for website articles
A 70-year-old man from Haarlem has been convicted of group insult for publishing antisemitic articles on the website wanttoknow.nl in 2022. The court ordered him to pay a 500-euro fine, matching the p...
After fireworks for deceased supporter Ronald, Telstar erupts as White Lions score three times. 'I’ve learned to stay calm'
Following a tribute to deceased supporter Ronald, Telstar secured a 4-1 victory against Sparta Rotterdam to boost their fight against relegation. Trainer Anthony Correia expressed confidence in the te...
Telstar's survival dream alive and well after resounding victory over dismal Sparta
Telstar kept their Eredivisie survival hopes alive with a decisive 4-1 victory over Sparta in Velsen-Zuid. Sem van Duijn scored two goals to lead his team to a crucial win as the season approaches its...
LIVE Eredivisie | Telstar's Hardeveld responds to opening goal from Sparta and Zonneveld
Telstar and Sparta are facing off in a competitive football match in Velsen-Zuid. After former Telstar striker Milan Zonneveld opened the scoring for Sparta, Jeff Hardeveld provided a quick equalizer ...
Bluebells and wild garlic transform Duinvliet into a blue-white fairytale forest: ‘Enjoy it, but stay on the path’
The Duinvliet estate near Elswout has been transformed into a scenic landscape by the blooming of wild hyacinths and wild garlic. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the natural phenomenon while being re...
Unfortunate goalkeeper Nick Olij from Haarlem finally set to make Eredivisie debut for PSV
Nick Olij is set to make his debut for PSV in the Eredivisie after a season of setbacks, including injuries and losing the starting spot to Matej Kovar. The 30-year-old goalkeeper, who is originally f...