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.
From surf rock to post-punk: fifteen local acts at new festival in Haarlem
The new festival Haarlem Shakes! will feature fifteen local bands and artists from Haarlem and the surrounding region. The event aims to introduce a broader audience to diverse musical acts ranging fr...
Two cars heavily damaged by fire on Engelenburg in Haarlem
Two parked cars were heavily damaged by a fire on a parking lot along the Engelenburg in Haarlem on Thursday morning. The blaze resulted in significant damage to both vehicles.
Three suspects in court today for pelting anti-Black Pete protest
Three suspects are appearing in court today for their alleged involvement in the violent disruption of an anti-Black Pete protest in Volendam in December 2021. The defendants are charged with public v...
Person rushed to hospital after stabbing at asylum seeker boat in Haarlem
A person was rushed to the hospital following a stabbing incident on Wednesday evening at the Conradkade in Haarlem. The incident occurred in the vicinity of a boat being used as an asylum seeker cent...
Heavy damage after collision on Amsterdamsevaart in Haarlem, road temporarily closed
Two cars collided on the Amsterdamsevaart in Haarlem on Wednesday evening, resulting in significant vehicle damage. The road was temporarily closed to traffic following the accident.
Leimuider Bridge remains closed to shipping until tonight due to heat
The Leimuiderbrug will remain closed to shipping until tonight and throughout tomorrow morning due to technical malfunctions caused by expanding components in the heat. While road traffic can still cr...
Major fraud at sports company SRO, manager of facilities in Haarlem, Velsen and Zandvoort: Five million euros concealed
A five-million-euro fraud involving falsified invoices and work hours has been uncovered at SRO, a sports facility management company co-owned by the city of Haarlem. While the malpractice appears cen...
'Berry Bantam' on World Cup opponent Tunisia: "Piece of cake, we'll beat them 4-0"
Residents of Haarlem's Bantamstraat, including local reporter Berry Hendriks, are optimistic about the Dutch national team's final group match against Tunisia, predicting a 4-0 win. Despite the 1:00 A...
Fiber optic more popular in Haarlem than in the rest of North Holland
Haarlem is leading the transition to fiber optic internet in North Holland, with residents switching from traditional connections at a faster rate than elsewhere in the province. Data from the Netherl...
Haarlem man on trial for stalking young women: ‘I have 80 women, you will be the 81st’
A 37-year-old man from Haarlem is on trial for stalking and threatening two young women with disturbing notes left at their homes. The notes contained threats of torture and claims of being a hitman, ...
Get a free meal in Haarlem during Keti Koti
To commemorate and celebrate Keti Koti, the day marking the abolition of slavery, free meals are being distributed at various locations. Residents in Haarlem can pick up a free meal as part of these c...
Young people do everything at The Big Sing: they write, act, and create the lyrics
The biennial vocal festival The Big Sing will host the youth performance 'Lost & Found' at PHIL Haarlem on June 25. In this production, young participants serve as both performers and creators, having...
Haarlem hits 'rare' heat level 9, city opens day shelters for homeless people
Haarlem and Amsterdam have reached a rare heat intensity level of 9, an occurrence that typically happens only a few times per year. In response to the extreme weather, the municipality of Haarlem has...
Royal decoration for Nel Bartman
Nel Bartman was appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau on June 23 for her 40-year dedication to the HKC Haarlem korfball club. Mayor Jos Wienen presented the royal decoration during the club's...
Blowing off steam over Werf Conrad demolition during therapeutic session at the Pletterij: 'Hardly any substantive discussion in city council'
A debate was held at the Pletterij in Haarlem to discuss the demolition of the historic 1897 Werf Conrad administrative building on Spaarndamseweg. Participants criticized the city council's May decis...
Public transport strike during rush hour: Can you still get to work? ‘I’ve never seen it so quiet’
A national train strike in the Netherlands left stations like Haarlem unusually quiet during a work stoppage between 4:00 and 8:00 AM on Wednesday morning. The strike disrupted travel for many commute...
No Haarlem funding for TommyTomato for now
The Haarlem municipality has not yet confirmed an investment in the lunch box company TommyTomato, with director Bas Turk stating the deal remains optional. Any potential funding is not expected to be...
44 municipal notices on construction, demolition, tree felling, and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 44 permit applications last week regarding local construction, demolition, tree felling, and catering. These notifications provide residents with information abou...
Haarlem warns of botulism in warm weather, do not touch dead animals
The municipality of Haarlem is warning residents about the risks of botulism during the current period of warm weather and advising against touching dead animals. In addition to safety warnings, the c...
The shade of Spaarnwoude: where to find relief from the heat? 'It's nice and quiet here and parking is free'
As high temperatures continue, the article explores various locations to find shade and water for cooling down. It highlights the Spaarnwoude recreational area as a quiet alternative to the beach, off...
Piet turns 80 and flies the flag: 'I should have been dead by now'
Piet Rolvink celebrated his 80th birthday this Tuesday by hanging a flag on his balcony and receiving congratulatory decorations from friends on his garage door. His daughter and her friend also visit...
Haarlem station travelers take strike in their stride: ‘Understanding on all sides as far as I’m concerned’
Travelers at Haarlem station are reacting calmly to a train strike that has disrupted morning commutes, including services to Amsterdam. While the strike is causing delays, some passengers expressed a...
Fewer trains, more water: NS takes these measures due to the heat
NS is implementing measures such as running fewer trains and providing water to manage the impact of extreme heat on the railway network. These adjustments may affect travelers departing from Haarlem ...
Libraries closing early due to high temperatures, Vogelenzang library closed Wednesday: 'It’s getting too hot'
Libraries in the Zuid-Kennemerland region will close early from Wednesday through Friday this week due to expected high temperatures. The library in Vogelenzang will remain completely closed on Wednes...
Two dreams clash in court: ’t Teylertje faces closure
The owner of the Haarlem-based lunchroom 't Teylertje and its tenant appeared in court on Tuesday to resolve a dispute over the termination of the establishment's lease. The property owner seeks to co...
Hot? These winter photos of Haarlem will help you cool down
To help readers cope with current hot temperatures, this article presents a collection of nine photos and videos showing snowy scenes in Haarlem. It encourages people to view these winter images as a ...
This Haarlem primary school is already on a heatwave schedule, leaving working parents struggling: 'Good they think of the children, but we have to rearrange everything'
The primary school De Piramide in Haarlem has implemented a heatwave schedule to protect students and staff from high temperatures inside the school building. While the measure prioritizes child safet...
Haarlem Volt leader compares treatment of Muslims to gas chambers and anti-Semitism; Holocaust expert calls it ‘inappropriate and unnecessary’
Volt councillor Chris IJsbrandy has faced criticism from the director of the National Holocaust Museum after comparing the current treatment of Muslims to Nazi gas chambers during a Haarlem council de...
Haarlem opts for low-key New Year's Eve: no light show or fireworks from municipality or associations
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has announced that the city will have an understated New Year's Eve celebration for 2027. The municipality will not organize any fireworks or light shows, and local associa...
Haarlem Court of Audit orders investigation into rat nuisance; ‘effective and structural approach’ potentially at stake
The Haarlem Audit Office has launched an investigation into the city's management of rat infestations to determine if current control efforts are effective. The probe focuses on whether unclear divisi...