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.
Occupation of the Bloemenhove Clinic was half a century ago, but abortion is still a struggle: ‘I see the choice to become pregnant and not to be as two sides of the same coin’
Sanne Thierens has published a book titled "De Bezetting" to mark the 50th anniversary of the activist occupation of the Bloemenhove clinic in Heemstede. The book details the historical struggle for r...
Hillegom completes first task and can no longer be directly relegated
Hillegom avoided direct relegation after securing a 2-0 victory against VIOS W. The team now has a chance to achieve full safety in their final match of the season, depending on their own result and t...
HBC on the verge of promotion playoffs after flattering 4-1 win at DEM
HBC moved into third place in the fourth division after a 1-4 victory over DEM under interim coach Jasper Ketting. The team is now just one win away from securing a spot in the promotion playoffs.
Train fire at Haarlem Spaarnwoude station, traffic towards Haarlem disrupted
A fire broke out in a train at Haarlem Spaarnwoude station on Saturday evening, resulting in the suspension of train traffic heading towards Haarlem. Emergency services were alerted to the incident, w...
Beatrixplein intersection in Haarlem-East reopens, major Prins Bernhardlaan project to be completed by end of year
The intersection of Prins Bernhardlaan and Prinses Beatrixplein in Haarlem has partially reopened to traffic following a major renovation. While some sections near Van Zeggelenplein remain closed for ...
Great discontent among 'National Protest' protesters in Haarlem: 'Double standards are being applied'
About 200 protesters participated in a 'National Protest' march in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. Despite an initial incident before the start, the demonstration proceeded peacefully as participants v...
In Hakim Traïdia’s home village, they didn’t believe in newspapers. Now, a paper wants him to write columns.
Actor and mime artist Hakim Traïdia, widely known for his role in Sesamstraat, has joined the newspaper as a bi-weekly columnist. Born in Algeria and a resident of Haarlem since 1979, Traïdia will b...
Chronically ill Michelle (23) makes Haarlem station a little more colorful
Michelle van Doorn, a 23-year-old living with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME), has installed a "trinket trade box" near Haarlem Station to connect with the community. The box allows passersby to exchang...
Fans in suspense: ‘Please let the Telstar fairytale become a storybook’
Telstar fans are awaiting the final match against Volendam to see if the club will secure its place in the Eredivisie. The team has become a fan favorite throughout the Netherlands, and local resident...
Breakdancer Abel and bowler Jakolien are ready for the Special Olympics
The Special Olympics, a sporting event for athletes with intellectual disabilities, will be held in Haarlem this June with nearly 3,000 participants. Local athletes Abel Geerlof, a 24-year-old breakda...
Thrift store worker Francis believes both items and people deserve a second chance
In the second season of "Kringlopen met Francis," host Francis Broekhuijsen explores thrift stores and recycling projects across North Holland to highlight how both items and people receive second cha...
From Johann Sebastian Bach to AI: Netherlands Bach Society connects Baroque and the present at the Phil
The Netherlands Bach Society will perform their program "Bach's Inspiration" at the Philharmonie in Haarlem this Sunday. Conducted by Johanna Soller, the concert explores the connections between Baroq...
Wine, bites and jazz: you don't want to miss this wine festival near Haarlem
On Sunday, May 24, Openluchttheater Caprera will host a small-scale wine festival featuring tastings, snacks, and jazz music. Organized by Wijnkoperij Henri Bloem in collaboration with local partners,...
Haarlem Comic Days invite public to look critically
The Haarlemse Stripdagen festival has launched a warm-up event featuring eight young artists creating public illustrations across Haarlem based on the theme 'Critical Looking.' These interactive art d...
At the Ripperda Barracks in Haarlem, Bosnians Emina and Jasmina felt like children again: 'It was our safe haven'
Sisters Emina and Jasmina Jagurdzija, who fled the war in the former Yugoslavia as young children, recall their time at the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem. After losing their carefree youth to violence, t...
How heated will the National Protest be, including in Haarlem? Anti-asylum center protesters potentially drowned out by counter-protest
A national protest against asylum seeker centers is scheduled to take place this Saturday across eight Dutch provincial capitals, including Haarlem and Amsterdam. Local residents supporting the center...
Makers Festival Aangaan comes to Fort Penningsveer this Sunday: ‘It is important for young creative makers to have places to gather’
The 'Aangaan' makers festival will take place this Sunday at Fort Penningsveer, concluding an artist-in-residence program for young creators from the Haarlemmermeer region. The free, sensory event pro...
Leave the Kleine Houtweg alone
The article invites readers to share their opinions and vote on a proposition regarding the future of the Kleine Houtweg. The title suggests a sentiment in favor of leaving the street undisturbed.
Demonstration against Christians for Israel at Koningkerk ended with violence; ‘a wrist was broken’
Riot police in Haarlem forcibly ended a pro-Palestinian demonstration by the group Ummah for Gaza on Wednesday near the Koningkerk. The protest, which targeted a Christians for Israel meeting, was dis...
Demonstration in Haarlem North ended
On May 13, Mayor Jos Wienen terminated a demonstration by Ummah voor Gaza in Haarlem-Noord due to concerns over public safety and potential disorder. The protest occurred outside a church hosting a 'C...
Norah and Emma didn't expect to live together as children: 'We have two guinea pigs, Shoshanna and Govert suit us perfectly'
Childhood friends Norah van Leeuwen and Emma de Haan now live together in Haarlem along with their two guinea pigs. The pair discusses their long-standing friendship and their transition from childhoo...
Car damaged by fire in Haarlem, packs of matches found
A car was destroyed by fire on the Boterplein in Haarlem during the night of Thursday to Friday. Police are investigating the incident as a possible case of arson after discovering boxes of matches at...
Jeroen Bleekemolen (44) thought the Nürburgring 24 Hours was too dangerous, but will take on Max Verstappen in the Green Hell this weekend anyway
Dutch racing driver Jeroen Bleekemolen will compete in this weekend's 24 Hours of Nürburgring alongside fellow Dutchman Max Verstappen, despite previous safety concerns. The veteran endurance racer f...
Vandalized statue on Houtplein in Haarlem to be restored: "We won't be defeated"
The 'Hirondelle' sculpture on Houtplein in Haarlem is being repaired after it was intentionally vandalized in mid-April. Stichting de Beeldengalerij and artist Jackie Sleper have launched a crowdfundi...
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers celebrate American folk; 'Not technically complex music, very accessible'
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers will perform a program of accessible American Appalachian folk songs at De Pletterij on Friday, May 15. Singer Jodi Gilbert describes the music as everyday songs abo...
Haarlem Baseball Week forced to reschedule again after Dominican Republic withdrawal
The Dominican Republic national baseball team has withdrawn from the Haarlem Baseball Week shortly before the tournament's start due to financial reasons. This late cancellation forces organizers to a...
Construction ban on luxury chalets? Province and municipality face off in court
The province of North Holland and the municipality of Bloemendaal are heading to court on May 29 to resolve a dispute over the construction of 350 luxury chalets at MarinaParken. While the province de...
Three boys arrested in Haarlem for attempted fatbike theft thanks to police dogs
Three boys were arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday night after being caught red-handed attempting to steal a fatbike. Following a brief chase, the suspects hid in a nearby park but were quickly located ...
Haarlem men (31 and 33) acquitted of sexual assault and rape due to insufficient evidence
Two men from Haarlem, aged 31 and 33, have been acquitted of charges related to the rape and sexual assault of a woman. The court ruled that there was insufficient evidence to secure a conviction agai...
Telstar fans watch crucial match on big screen at Buko Stadium
Telstar will face FC Volendam this Sunday in a decisive match to determine which team remains in the Eredivisie. Fans can gather to watch the game on a large screen at the Buko-stadion, as the loser w...