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.
Where can young Haarlem residents live and should green space be sacrificed? These are the choices for youth in Haarlem
Housing is the primary focus of political parties in Haarlem ahead of the municipal elections on March 18. Young residents face significant challenges due to high prices and scarcity, prompting a deba...
Trance fans get their fill at Luminosity beach parties in Zandvoort and Bloemendaal
Trance music fans can attend several Luminosity parties on the beaches of Bloemendaal and Zandvoort this year. The season opener is scheduled to take place at Beachclub Fuel on Saturday, March 21.
Deadlock over Bos garden center development: No support for proposal to increase housing to eighty
A proposal to build eighty homes at the site of Garden Center Bos in Vogelenzang has reached a deadlock due to a lack of support. As a result, the development project will not proceed for the time bei...
Legalize the play area at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg
A proposal has been made to legalize the playground area at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg. The public is invited to share their opinions and vote on the matter.
Denk Haarlemmermeer wants to improve trust in politics: 'Some throw their voting pass straight in the trash'
Hakan Ünal, leader of the new Denk party branch in Haarlemmermeer, aims to restore political trust among residents who feel unrepresented and skip voting. He argues that increasing diversity within t...
Óscar García ‘proud’ to be Ajax coach: ‘A great honor, like being manager of Barcelona’
New Ajax coach Óscar García expressed his pride in leading the club, comparing the honor to coaching Barcelona. He described himself as a demanding coach ahead of the team's upcoming match against S...
Haarlem must refill its filled-in canals with water
A proposition suggests that the city of Haarlem should refill its previously filled-in canals with water. The article invites readers to share their opinions and vote on the matter.
Weeks of delays on A9 between Alkmaar and Uitgeest due to roadworks. New asphalt needed to prevent worsening of cracks on Haarlem-bound lanes.
Major maintenance and asphalt renewal will take place on the A9 highway between Alkmaar and Uitgeest from May 18 to June 15. The project aims to prevent further cracking on the roadway heading toward ...
LIVE | Óscar García holds first press conference as Ajax manager
Óscar García has been appointed as the new head coach of Ajax, succeeding Fred Grim. García held his first press conference this afternoon ahead of his debut match against Sparta tomorrow at the Jo...
Paintings by late Haarlem artist Frans Strunk to be sold for Dutch Cancer Society: ‘He finally gets his first solo exhibition’
The paintings of deceased Haarlem artist Frans Strunk will be sold this coming weekend, with all proceeds donated to the Dutch Cancer Society (KWF). Strunk passed away from cancer at age 80 last Decem...
New NME building with reused materials
The sustainable renovation of the NME building in Haarlem began in March 2026, focusing on the reuse of construction materials to reduce waste and emissions. The project will create a visitor center f...
Why are Haarlem's Waarderpolder and Reinaldapark being designated as residential locations again?
Haarlem aims to construct 15,000 new homes by 2035 across seven designated development zones, though debates persist regarding building in the Waarderpolder business park and Reinaldapark. City archit...
Cyclist and child injured in collision with car in Haarlem
A cyclist and a child were rushed to the hospital on Friday morning following an accident involving a car in Haarlem. Both individuals sustained injuries in the collision, though further details regar...
King's Day 2026: Amsterdam parties you don't want to miss
Amsterdam will celebrate King's Day on Monday, April 27, 2026, with the city hosting various festivities including boat parties on the canals and large festivals. The event is expected to draw thousan...
Bike gone! This many bikes were stolen in Haarlem last year
This article discusses the prevalence of bicycle theft in Haarlem, noting the common experience of owners finding their bikes missing and locks cut. It examines the statistics regarding how many bicyc...
Haarlem politicians and experts debate youth care waiting list of 400 children: ‘Does supply create demand?’
Politicians and experts in Haarlem gathered at the De Pletterij debate center to address the city's youth care waiting list of 400 children. The discussion explored causes for the increased demand, su...
Mystery over identity of Verspronck’s ‘Girl’ is part of the appeal. Painting now on display at Frans Hals Museum
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem is hosting an exhibition featuring Johannes Cornelisz Verspronck's famous painting 'Girl in a Blue Dress,' focusing on the enduring mystery of the subject's identity. ...
Bargain hunters search for gems at Sportcentrum Groenendaal flea market
Organisatieburo Mikki is hosting a flea market this Sunday at Sportcentrum Groenendaal on Heemsteedse Sportparklaan. The event invites bargain hunters and collectors to browse for unique items and enj...
From the Red Light District to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
Amsterdam has opened a new Miniature Museum in the former Diamond Museum building near Museumplein, featuring detailed and interactive replicas of iconic city landmarks. The museum focuses on historic...
Clarity at last for hundreds of Haarlem new homes facing nitrogen delays
The Haarlem municipality has released a list of housing projects, including hundreds of new homes, that are expected to face delays due to nitrogen regulations. Key affected sites include developments...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (March 13-15)
Haarlem features a busy schedule of activities and events for the weekend of March 13-15. Despite the unpredictable March weather, the city offers various outings to help residents and visitors fill t...
DI-RECT, Bankzitters, Sophie Straat and S10 at Bevrijdingspop. First names announced
The first artists for the upcoming Bevrijdingspop festival have been announced, including DI-RECT, Bankzitters, Sophie Straat, and S10. The event, which features a diverse mix of Dutch musical talent,...
Controversial solar farm near Schiphol to get 230,000 new panels
230,000 new glare-resistant solar panels are being installed at a solar park near Schiphol Airport to replace previous ones that blinded landing pilots. The 14-million-euro replacement project is fund...
'The friendship turned out to be more than just a holiday romance; it was even better back in the Netherlands,' says Kars (26) about Damin (25)
Damin Hajjaji and Kars Zijlstra from Haarlem share the story of their friendship, which began during a holiday and continued to grow after they returned home. The two young men reflect on how their bo...
Ukrainian couple Olga and Ruslan open Black Roll Odessa kiosk at Velserpont: 'The best shawarma is in Odessa, we’re bringing it here'
Ukrainian refugees Olga and Ruslan have opened a new food kiosk called Black Roll Odessa near the Velserpont in the Netherlands. After fleeing the war and previously operating a food truck in Hoorn, t...
Woman scarred by relationship with violent Beverwijk man: ‘She has become a shadow of her former self’
On September 6, 2024, a woman from Heemskerk was violently attacked by her 39-year-old partner from Beverwijk. The victim stated she feared for her life during the confrontation, which has had a lasti...
All's well that ends well: Frank and Wendy finally on their way to son in New Zealand
Frank and Wendy Hoorn from Haarlem have finally departed Qatar after being stranded for nearly two weeks due to regional airspace closures. The couple is currently traveling via China to visit their s...
Sander Leppink of Coornhert is Teacher of the Year 2026: 'This is the only class where I can always pay attention'
Sander Leppink, a history teacher at the Coornhert Lyceum, has been named Haarlem's Teacher of the Year for 2026. He was surprised with the award and a celebration in his classroom by local officials ...
New neighbor in North: Dirk opens second supermarket and hands out coffee and cookies
Supermarket chain Dirk van den Broek has opened its second location in Amsterdam-Noord, following an extensive advertising campaign across the district. To celebrate the opening, the new store offered...
Shop in Tempeliersstraat may be converted into apartment
An administrative court in Haarlem has ruled that a vacant retail space on Tempeliersstraat can be converted into an apartment. The decision favors the property owner over the municipality, as the bui...