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.
Restore Werf Conrad just like the Droste building
Readers of the Haarlems Dagblad have expressed strong support for preserving and restoring the former Werf Conrad administrative office located along the Spaarne. The iconic building is viewed by the ...
De Veer windmill needed during flooding, but not yet at full capacity
The De Veer windmill in Haarlem is currently unable to pump water at full capacity due to a rusted screw that requires replacement. Volunteers are fundraising for repairs to ensure the mill remains a ...
15-year-old boy brutally robbed of fatbike after Bevrijdingspop. Aron rushed to help: 'I even bought him a drink'
A 15-year-old boy was violently robbed of his fatbike by a group of youths on the Kruisweg in Haarlem following the Bevrijdingspop festival. Despite attempts by bystanders to intervene, the attackers ...
Tension mounts at Volendam and Telstar: what does relegation stress do to a team? 'Like dying a little bit'
The article examines the intense psychological toll of relegation stress on Dutch football clubs like FC Volendam and Telstar. As teams fight to avoid the Eredivisie play-offs, the report explores the...
Prosecutors suspect 19-year-old of aggravated manslaughter of Gold Exchange Office manager; suspect to remain in custody for three months
A 19-year-old man from Beverwijk is suspected of qualified manslaughter following a fatal robbery at a Gold Exchange Office on Breestraat in Haarlem. The court has extended his pre-trial detention by ...
'The best thing is that the name has been preserved.' Wilma Bril (87) emotional at reopening of legendary steakhouse Wilma & Albert’s after takeover
Wilma Bril attended the emotional reopening of her former steakhouse, Wilma & Albert’s, which has been modernized under new ownership while preserving its original name. The historic restaurant, fou...
Zandvoort beach now partially smoke-free: "Hope people will hold each other accountable"
The municipality of Zandvoort has launched a pilot program featuring three smoke-free zones on its beach to combat environmental pollution and encourage a smoke-free generation. The initiative focuses...
Seven Haarlem residents in Weltevredenstraat win 25,000 euros in Postcode Lottery: 'No holding back now'
Seven residents of Weltevredenstraat in Haarlem each won 25,000 euros after their street was selected for the Postcode Lottery street prize on Friday. The winners expressed excitement over the windfal...
Conviction after all for aggravated assault at Heemskerk parking lot
A 29-year-old man from Uitgeest was convicted by a court in Haarlem for attempted aggravated assault following a traffic dispute in Heemskerk on April 19. The defendant drove over a man's foot and fle...
Unsafe situation due to cycling on access path to Oosterplas near Bloemendaal; PWN hires security guards
Nature manager PWN is hiring security guards at the Oosterplas dune lake to manage bicycle parking and ensure access for emergency services. The measure comes after concerns that paths were being bloc...
Photographer Remko de Waal wins Silver Camera Audience Award with photo of surprised Amalia among soldiers
Haarlem-based photographer Remko de Waal has won the Zilveren Camera Audience Award for his photograph of Princess Amalia posing among soldiers. The award was presented on Friday after the image recei...
Passersby narrowly escape explosion at D66 party office: ‘You can still see him looking back’
Passers-by narrowly escaped injury after a firework bomb exploded at a D66 political party office, an incident captured on security footage. The video shows the perpetrator preparing the explosive jus...
Most exciting weeks of school begin: 2,048 Haarlem students take final exams
A total of 2,048 students in Haarlem began their final school exams on Friday, marking a critical period for 1,090 girls and 958 boys. This follows a successful previous year where 90 percent of the m...
4 questions about the negotiations
The political parties Pro Haarlem, D66, and CDA are currently negotiating a new coalition agreement for the city of Haarlem following the recent elections. The parties have incorporated community feed...
Friends Ties (24) and Lorenzo (37) met at Patronaat: ‘We share the ambition to do something with youth’
Ties ten Klooster and Lorenzo Labadie, who met at the Patronaat music venue in Haarlem, share the story of their friendship and their mutual goal of working with local youth. The article highlights th...
Endless tinkering with model trains. NZH Hobby Club celebrates 50th anniversary
The NZH Hobbyclub is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of model train building and operation. The club caters to both creators who build detailed models and enthusiasts who enjoy ...
Neville Ogidi Nwankwo seizes chance at Telstar and wants to continue form at FC Utrecht: ‘I’m going for my spot’
Neville Ogidi Nwankwo is enjoying a successful debut professional season as a defender for Telstar. The 23-year-old is set to follow his coach to FC Utrecht, where he aims to secure a regular spot in ...
Haarlem KLM flight attendant escapes with a scare, tests negative for hantavirus
A KLM flight attendant from Haarlem has tested negative for hantavirus after potential exposure to a Dutch woman who died from the virus in South Africa. The attendant was one of five people identifie...
KLM flight attendant tests negative for hantavirus
A KLM stewardess from Haarlem has tested negative for the hantavirus, according to the World Health Organization. She had been tested after being in contact with a Dutch woman in Johannesburg who pass...
Book presentation on Zuid-Kennemerland National Park in Engelmundus Church, Oud-Velsen: Author Jelle van der Helm to speak
On May 17, nature photographer Jelle van der Helm will present his book about South Kennemerland National Park at the Engelmunduskerk in Oud Velsen. Co-authored with Henk Wijkhuisen, the book explores...
Cow watching: visit a farm near Haarlem on this day
The Campina Open Farm Days will take place on May 15 and 25, 2026, inviting the public to visit farms in the Haarlem area. Visitors can learn about the milk production process and experience various a...
Streetlights along Schoterkerkpad near Santpoort-Zuid are frequently broken: 'I'd rather detour via Bloemendaal'
Street lighting along the Schoterkerkpad between Santpoort-Zuid and Haarlem-Noord is frequently broken, creating safety concerns for cyclists at night. Many users, particularly women, now avoid the pa...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 8-10)
Haarlem residents can look forward to a sunny weekend from May 8 to May 10 with various local activities planned. Following the Liberation Day celebrations, this guide provides inspiration for events ...
Maaike van der Plas: 'Do I believe the man and send him home without blood thinners? Or do I go with his wife and start treatment?'
Neurologist Maaike van der Plas describes the experience of being called into a night shift to make a difficult medical decision. She reflects on the internal conflict of whether to trust a patient's ...
Ramona is terminally ill, but there is hope: a drug in Belgium. The only problem: it costs over 100,000 euros, and she doesn't have it
48-year-old Ramona Dolron from Haarlem has launched a crowdfunding campaign to pay for a life-extending breast cancer treatment in Belgium costing over €100,000. The medication is currently not cove...
DJ Jorinde and Ost transform Het Slachthuis in Haarlem into dance venue: 'Mother's Day is a special day for us'
DJ Jorinde and the five-piece funk band Ost are hosting a dance event at Het Slachthuis in Haarlem this Sunday. Starting at 2:00 PM on Mother's Day, the performers will alternate 45-minute sets to pro...
Parcel lockers coming to Smedestraat and Kruisstraat bike parking facilities
Parcel lockers will be installed in two public bicycle parking facilities in Haarlem following a decision by Alderman Bas van Leeuwen. One locker will be placed in the Smedestraat facility after its r...
Chatting with strangers: You can do it on these benches in Haarlem
On Sunday, May 17, Haarlem residents will participate in Neighborhood Bench Day by placing seating outside to turn sidewalks into communal living rooms. The event aims to foster social interaction and...
KLM flight passengers traced: what to do if symptoms develop? 'Don’t go to your GP, contact your local health service'
Approximately 50 passengers who sat near a Dutch hantavirus patient on a KLM flight from Johannesburg are being monitored by health authorities following the patient's death. GGD Kennemerland advises ...
Tonight live on NH: Willem Arondéus Lecture on freedom by Jip van den Toorn
Cartoonist Jip van den Toorn will deliver the annual Willem Arondéus lecture on freedom tonight at the Grote of St. Bavokerk in Haarlem. The event, which is broadcast live by NH, honors the legacy of...