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.
Jolted Royal HFC firmer in mid-table after win over AFC: 'I hammered on discipline at halftime'
Koninklijke HFC secured a victory against AFC, strengthening their position in the middle of the league standings. The win followed a previous collapse against Kozakken Boys, with the coach emphasizin...
Mayor Jos Wienen welds anchor chain to establish Floating Heritage Kon-Tiki: ‘It symbolizes the link to the future’
Mayor Jos Wienen officially established the Varend Erfgoed Kon-Tiki (VEK) on Saturday at scouting Kon-Tiki in Haarlem by welding an anchor chain. The event, attended by many, symbolizes a link to the ...
Teenagers still in custody after arrest at Jewish institution in Heemstede
Two teenagers from Amsterdam remain in police custody following their arrest for suspicious behavior near a Jewish institution in Heemstede. The incident occurred amid heightened security after severa...
Delicious dining at undiscovered Shree for a reasonable price (8)
Shree is an Indian vegetarian restaurant that offers a wide range of vegan options at affordable prices. The establishment is noted for providing a high-quality dining experience centered on authentic...
New climbing routes in Spaarnwoude: more variety for climbers of all levels
The climbing wall in the Spaarnwoude recreation area is adding new routes to provide more variety for climbers of all skill levels. These updates aim to enhance the climbing experience by offering a b...
New lamps for Haarlem station hall built around the corner in Huib's workshop: 'We were given a lot of freedom'
Local craftsman Huib Nelissen is constructing new chandeliers for the Haarlem railway station hall in his workshop located near the station. The project allowed for significant creative freedom in des...
Singing along with the St. Matthew Passion in Haarlem’s Adelbertus Church: How music connects despite a failing brain
Stichting Bachkoor Holland is hosting a sing-along concert of the Matthäus Passion this Sunday at the Adelbertuskerk in Haarlem. The event is a collaboration with the KomPassie choir, which brings to...
Free day out: visit these greenhouses near Haarlem during Kom in de Kas
The Kom in de Kas event offers a free family outing on April 11 and 12, 2026, featuring greenhouse visits near Haarlem. This event is designed to be accessible regardless of the weather, providing an ...
From 'Do we have money to spare?' to 'it brings cooling to the city': Haarlem deeply divided over restoring filled-in canals
A poll regarding the restoration of water to Haarlem's filled-in canals resulted in a nearly equal split among 1,135 respondents. The "disagree" camp won by a single vote, reflecting deep public divis...
From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games
Mitch Kolkman, a 23-year-old triathlete from Haarlem, has moved from Sittard to Girona, Spain, to prepare for the upcoming season and the Los Angeles Olympics. Despite his transition to the new traini...
Top chef Nico Koji Miyahira now prepares meals as a volunteer at Hospice De Heideberg: ‘If I can still contribute to this final stage of life, I want to do that’
Nico Koji Miyahira, a 37-year-old professional chef from Haarlem, has begun volunteering to prepare high-quality meals for residents at Hospice De Heideberg in Santpoort-Noord. Inspired by his childho...
Decades of superior dining in the dunes: De Bokkedoorns marks 65 years. 'We are out of reach for 80 percent of the population'
The Michelin-starred restaurant De Bokkedoorns, located in Overveen, is celebrating its 65th anniversary under the management of the Beeren family. The establishment was one of the first in the Nether...
Haarlem voters back plans for more paid parking
Voters in Haarlem have expressed their support for the local government's plans to expand paid parking zones across the city. This mandate allows the municipality to move forward with its proposed str...
Haarlem choir hopes to attract young audience with Bavo performance: 'We hope to bring different layers of the city together'
The newly formed ensemble Bavocale Haarlemse will perform "Ceremony of Passion" at the Grote of Sint-Bavokerk in Haarlem on March 22nd. Led by conductor Benjamin Bakker, the performance combines conte...
Sale of Verweyhal to Raiola family nearly complete
The municipality of Haarlem is finalizing the sale of the Verweyhal's upper floor to the heirs of the Raiola family. Once the sale is complete, the family will own the entire building on the Grote Mar...
Municipal official forged documents and signatures to sell Bentveld plot to mother: 'That's not how I raised my boy'
A 38-year-old former planning lawyer from Haarlem appeared in court for forging documents and signatures while working for the municipality of Zandvoort in 2021 and 2022. The defendant is accused of f...
Expanded FVD Haarlem happy with ‘more clout’: ‘Priority for Haarlem residents who have built the city for generations’
Following its growth in the recent elections, FVD Haarlem has expressed its intent to collaborate with all other parties in the local government. Lead candidate Moriah Hartman stated that the party ai...
Eva Vedder to miss BJK Cup next month: Priority is returning to pain-free tennis
Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder has announced she will miss the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup to focus on recovering from persistent physical pain. Despite recently returning to competition in France a...
New energy-efficient NS double-deckers unveiled during royal visit
Queen Máxima visited the NS Train Modernization facility in Haarlem on Thursday to observe the presentation of new energy-saving double-decker trains. The visit highlighted the company's commitment t...
Spaarndam mother with young children allowed to stay in rental home despite discovery of drugs and weapons, pending ‘acceptable alternative’
A mother and her two young children in Spaarndam are permitted to stay in their rental home for the time being, despite the discovery of drugs and ammunition on the property. A judge ruled that housin...
Teenagers arrested after 'suspicious situation' near Jewish institution in Heemstede
Police arrested two teenagers from Amsterdam, aged 14 and 17, after they were found acting suspiciously near a Jewish institution in Heemstede early this morning. The incident occurred amid heightened...
Choir battle popular among children in Haarlem: too many applications this year
The fifth annual Korenbattle choir competition in Haarlem saw twelve primary schools compete at the PHIL concert hall, reflecting the growing popularity of school choirs. Due to a record sixteen appli...
Barend Boes Kaptein (24) and Christie Staats (23) became friends at ECL: ‘We’re on the same wavelength, it’s very pleasant’
Barend Boes Kaptein and Christie Staats discuss their long-standing friendship, which began when they were students at the ECL school. The article is part of a series exploring the significance of soc...
Ajax standout, ignored by Red Devils: will Mika Godts finally get his chance today?
Mika Godts, a standout performer for Ajax in the Eredivisie, is awaiting his first call-up to the Belgian national team despite his success in the Netherlands. His previous decisions to decline invita...
Queen Máxima visits NS Train Modernization in Haarlem, joins everyone for group photo
Queen Máxima conducted a working visit to the NS Train Modernization workshop in Haarlem on Thursday. During her visit, she engaged with the staff and participated in a group photograph.
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (March 20-22)
This article provides a list of recommended activities and events taking place in Haarlem from March 20 to 22. It aims to offer inspiration for residents and visitors looking to enjoy their weekend le...
GL-PvdA takes its time for new Haarlem coalition: Two days of exploratory talks with all parties
GroenLinks-PvdA leader Diana van Loenen has initiated exploratory talks with leaders from all twelve other parties to form a new coalition in Haarlem. Unlike some neighboring municipalities, a governi...
Big winner FVD rules out no parties in advance: 'We are open to a coalition with GroenLinks'
FVD group leader Tommy Panis expressed openness to forming a coalition with any party, including GroenLinks, following a significant election victory where his party won eight seats. Panis described t...
Brother and sister sell three Haarlem businesses to buy Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude: ‘We used to eat here often ourselves’
Siblings Lisa and Kris Arents are selling their three businesses in Haarlem to acquire the family restaurant Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude. After nine years of operating a bakery, a crepe restaurant, and...
Extra security at Jewish schools in Amsterdam
Jewish primary and secondary schools in Amsterdam will receive increased security measures during arrival and dismissal times. The municipality announced the extra protection on Thursday in response t...