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.
Tobacco shop robbery in Hoofddorp: hunt for two suspects on black Vespa
Two suspects robbed a tobacco shop in the 't Paradijs shopping center in Hoofddorp on Monday morning before fleeing on a black Vespa scooter. Police recovered a firearm at the scene that was likely dr...
Hiding eggs in the garden or indoors? This is the weather forecast for Easter
The weather forecast for Easter suggests that conditions will be favorable enough for people to hide eggs outdoors. This allows for traditional garden egg hunts alongside indoor celebrations as people...
PRO Haarlem seeks answers on consequences of TommyTomato bankruptcy: 'Very concerning'
The political party PRO Haarlem has expressed serious concern following the bankruptcy of school meal delivery service TommyTomato. Council members Bowien Wegman and Digna Brand have submitted formal ...
Significant damage in Haarlem car fire
A car fire on Laan van Berlijn in Haarlem caused significant damage early Saturday morning. Firefighters arrived around 3:45 AM to find the front of the vehicle already fully engulfed in flames.
Asylum seekers and Haarlem residents gather for Spaarne dinner
The Spaarnediner event in Haarlem brings together local residents and asylum seekers to foster community connections through shared meals and cultural exchange. Inspired by a similar initiative in Ams...
Soufiane Hetli prepares for end of season with Telstar: 'I found it more exciting in the play-offs last year'
Soufiane Hetli has lost his regular starting position at Telstar following the arrival of new players during the winter break. The 24-year-old admits he needs to be more effective as the team prepares...
LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar
FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.
Vocational graduates bring much-needed diversity, yet only 13 percent of Haarlem region councilors are practically trained
Only 13 percent of city council members in the Haarlem region have a practical education background, highlighting a significant lack of representation for MBO graduates. Despite the diversity of skill...
Beverwijk politician Inge Rood resigns from BBB and leaves North Holland provincial council group
Politician Inge Rood from Beverwijk has resigned from the BoerBurgerBeweging (BBB) and her role as a duo-committee member in the Provincial Council of Noord-Holland. She had been active within the par...
Zino (27) lashed out during asylum riots: ‘You just go along with the crowd’
Zino de W., a 27-year-old from Haarlem, is facing charges for his involvement in violent riots during an anti-asylum policy demonstration in The Hague. He is accused of attacking a police car, the Bin...
Fifteen months in prison demanded for Haarlem man (27) for role in Malieveld riots: ‘I followed the crowd’
A 27-year-old resident of Haarlem faces a 15-month prison sentence for his involvement in the Malieveld riots that took place in September 2020. During his court appearance, the defendant expressed de...
Rising fuel prices pose a risk to more than 1,100 households in Haarlem
Rising fuel prices, driven by conflict in Iran, pose a significant financial risk to over 1,100 households in Haarlem. According to research from TNO, these specific residents are particularly vulnera...
'I looked death in the eye': Three and a half years in prison demanded for Haarlem man who stabbed acquaintance on Grote Markt
A 24-year-old man from Haarlem faces a 40-month prison sentence for stabbing an acquaintance during a night out on the Grote Markt in April 2023. The suspect admitted to the stabbing after a physical ...
Tile out, green in: get two free plants for your garden near Haarlem
Residents near Haarlem can receive two free plants at a local garden center until April 18 in exchange for removing paving tiles from their gardens. This initiative promotes environmental improvement ...
No relaxed rules for disappearing Kleverparkfestival: ‘Safety demands consistent application of standards’
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen has rejected calls to relax event regulations to save the canceled Kleverparkfestival, stating that safety standards must be consistently applied. This decision follows inquir...
Churches aim to offer hope in anxious times during Haarlem Hope Festival
Approximately 30 churches and 15 Christian organizations in Haarlem and its surroundings are hosting the Haarlem Hoop Festival starting on Easter Sunday. The event offers a wide range of activities, i...
The 5 from… drummer Martijn Bosman: ‘Behind the drums feels like a safe haven’
Haarlem-based drummer Martijn Bosman, known for his work with bands like Kane and singer Guus Meeuwis, is featured for his prolific career and collaborations within the local music scene. He is set to...
Corrupt Zandvoort official receives lighter sentence than demanded for fraudulent land sale to mother
A 38-year-old former legal worker from Haarlem has been sentenced to 240 hours of community service and a five-month suspended prison sentence for fraud and corruption. While working for the municipal...
Let the municipality intervene at TommyTomato: healthy lunches must not be lost
This weekly proposition asks for public opinion on whether the municipality should intervene to support TommyTomato. The goal is to ensure that the provision of healthy school lunches is preserved and...
Two car break-ins in Haarlem, one arrest
Two car break-ins occurred on Schotlandstraat in Haarlem during the night between Thursday and Friday. Police have arrested one suspect following the back-to-back incidents.
Supermarket opening hours in Haarlem during Easter 2026
This article provides the supermarket opening hours in Haarlem for the Easter 2026 holiday period. It covers operating times for Good Friday, Easter Saturday, and both Easter Sunday and Monday.
Housing association Elan wins lawsuit against minister over Heemstede care complex and is entitled to 600,000 euros: 'The money is very welcome'
The Haarlem-based housing association Elan has won a lawsuit against the Dutch government, securing 600,000 euros for the Slottuin residential care complex in Heemstede. The court ruled that the organ...
Friday May 8 climate quiz in Haarlem council chamber: 'What percentage of Dutch electricity is generated sustainably?'
Haarlem will host its first climate quiz in the city hall council chamber on Friday, May 8. Groups of enthusiastic participants will compete to answer questions regarding climate issues and the status...
Stient Electro revives dead line and sells no new phone
Roel and Martha Vegelien visited Stient Electro to replace their malfunctioning landline phone ahead of Martha's hospital admission. Instead of selling them a new device, the shop managed to repair th...
How did United/DAVO in Schalkwijk increase its membership? ‘We have earned a place in the neighborhood’
United/DAVO, a sports club in Haarlem, has successfully reversed its declining membership, growing from a low of 120 members to 400. Chairman Ronald Philippo credits the turnaround to addressing speci...
Neighborhood annoyed by residents ‘playing police’: ‘This is how you turn Haarlem’s nicest street into its unfriendliest’
Residents of Korte Houtstraat in Haarlem have sparked controversy by attempting to force cyclists to dismount using gates, leading neighbors to complain about them "playing police officer." While some...
Easter 2026: what to do in Haarlem
Haarlem is hosting various events and activities to celebrate the Easter weekend from April 3 to April 6, 2026. The city offers numerous festive tips for residents and visitors to enjoy during the hol...
Schiphol's 15% noise reduction goal not yet met
Initial estimates indicate that the goal of reducing severe noise nuisance around Schiphol Airport by 15% has not yet been met, according to the Dutch Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management. ...
Former Ajax player Danny Hoesen (35) opens up about girlfriend's death: 'It was pure pain'
Former Ajax player Danny Hoesen has spoken publicly for the first time about the tragic loss of his partner, who died by suicide in 2024. In a podcast for management agency SEG, the former professiona...
Artist Stefan sketches the construction of the very first road to Zandvoort
Artist Stefan de Groot has created a series of iPad drawings for an exhibition at the Zandvoorts Museum detailing the 200-year history of the first road to Zandvoort. The exhibition explores how the r...