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.
Teacher Pleun shares her songs on TikTok: ‘My biggest goal is to inspire other teachers and show high school students how beautiful teaching is’
Pleun Couwenhoven, a 26-year-old teacher at a Montessori school in Haarlem, uses her TikTok account to share music and insights into her life as a kindergarten teacher. With over 62,000 followers, her...
'Reading teacher' Sanne started her Instagram account to inspire other teachers: 'I also get inspired myself'
Sanne Dorrepaal, a 28-year-old teacher from Haarlem, uses her Instagram account to share her expertise in youth literature and inspire fellow educators. At the Beatrixschool, she has implemented a dai...
Find them all: rare planetary parade visible above Haarlem
A rare planetary parade featuring Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Mercury, Uranus, and Neptune will be visible in the sky on Saturday, February 28th. During this celestial event, the planets will appear lined...
Cycling friends Dylan van Baarle and Niki Terpstra want to be leading again with Soudal Quick-Step: ‘This is one big family’
Dutch cyclists Dylan van Baarle and Niki Terpstra are aiming to restore the Belgian team Soudal - Quick Step's dominance in the Flemish classics. Van Baarle, as a lead rider, and Terpstra, as a team l...
Owner of poisoned Fleur warns residents near Amstelveen park
Multiple dogs have been poisoned after eating toxic substances in Broersepark, Amstelveen, resulting in at least one reported death and several hospitalizations. Concerned pet owners are posting warni...
2026 local elections: unique polling station locations in Haarlem
The 2026 municipal elections in Haarlem will feature several unique and striking polling stations across the city. This initiative allows residents to visit non-traditional venues for voting, providin...
Three injured in major house explosion in Hoofddorp
Three people were injured and hospitalized following a powerful explosion at a residence in Hoofddorp during the night from Friday to Saturday. The incident occurred on Koning Willem I-laan, and the v...
Mystery on Bickerseiland: what is that giant doing there?
A mysterious wooden giant statue holding a spear and shield has been spotted on Bickerseiland in Amsterdam. The figure appears to be guarding the neighborhood, prompting questions about its origin and...
Wanted: rector with integrity as Coornhert recovers from trust crisis
Coornhert Lyceum is seeking a new rector following a crisis of confidence between staff and the Dunamare school board. After the conclusion of an investigation, the school aims to move forward by find...
Hoofddorp asylum center is a multi-story village where residents have become family: ‘We see each other grow up’
The former Crowne Plaza Hotel in Hoofddorp has transformed into a self-contained community housing 530 asylum seekers and status holders for nearly three years. The facility features various amenities...
Local taxes in Haarlem up 21 percent in four years
Local taxes for homeowners in Haarlem have increased by 21 percent over the past four years, according to data released by Vereniging Eigen Huis. This year, an average household with an owner-occupied...
Telstar narrows gap at the bottom with victory over NAC in crucial basement battle
Telstar secured a vital 3-0 victory over NAC in a crucial match at Velsen-Zuid, helping them close the gap at the bottom of the league table. The home side remained dominant throughout the game and co...
Bloemendaal struggles with housing 150 asylum seekers. Problem-free reception of 28 girls in mini asylum center on Sparrenlaan
The municipality of Bloemendaal is currently facing challenges in fulfilling its requirement to house 150 asylum seekers. While the broader task remains difficult for local political parties, an exist...
Tennis player Griekspoor reaches sixth career final in Dubai
Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor has reached the sixth ATP final of his career. He achieved this milestone during a tournament held in Dubai.
She is unbeatable, yet Esther Kiel (29) is retiring: 'Natural ice is fantastic, but you don't want to train all year for just those few races'
Speed skater Esther Kiel has announced her retirement from the sport at the age of 29, despite her recent string of victories on natural ice in Sweden. Kiel, who is from Overveen, explained that the i...
Toy from Haarlem wins international Toy Award
The Haarlem-based toy brand Waytoplay Toys has won the Toy Award 2026 in the Sustainability category at the international Spielwarenmesse in Nuremberg. This recognition highlights the brand's commitme...
Sylvia and Chantal from Heemstede rescue waterbirds from death
Residents Sylvia and Chantal have launched a crowdfunding campaign to install duck ladders in Heemstede to help young waterfowl escape steep ditches. The initiative aims to prevent chicks from drownin...
The parents of twins Lotte and Tim Houben (17) initially wanted to keep the two apart: ‘At first I wasn’t allowed to play basketball because Tim was already doing it’
Seventeen-year-old twins Lotte and Tim Houben from Haarlem discuss their close bond and the experience of growing up together. Their parents initially encouraged them to pursue separate interests, suc...
31st edition of Lastige Lijven Toertocht: skating laps for charity at Haarlem Ice Rink
The 31st edition of the annual Lastige Lijven Toertocht charity ice skating event will take place this Sunday at the Haarlem ice rink. Between 100 and 200 skaters are expected to participate to raise ...
Bobsleigh adventure temporarily over: back to being a lawyer and hitting the pub with friends
After years of intensive focus on bobsleighing and athletics, a Dutch athlete is returning to a career as a lawyer. The individual reflects on the adjustment to daily life and social activities after ...
New acquisition for Zandvoort Museum: Formula 1 scale model added to collection
Artist Hans Peters has donated a Formula 1 scale model to the Zandvoorts Museum. The model is now featured in the permanent exhibition 'The Life of Memories,' which highlights the motorsport history o...
Bij45 hosts musical party for Hartekamp Groep
Entrepreneur Janwillem Talen and the Seaside Big Band are organizing a musical celebration for approximately 50 clients of the Hartekamp Groep. The event is scheduled for Wednesday evening and aims to...
'That exciting oil slick is getting bigger,' says Telstar coach Correia about the Eredivisie's final phase
Telstar coach Anthony Correia has highlighted the importance of the upcoming match against NAC Breda as the team battles to avoid relegation from the Eredivisie. Currently in 17th place and trailing N...
Riley (20) from IJmuiden breaks through with his rap group POSLO: 'In April we have our own festival'
Twenty-year-old Riley Nack Martin from IJmuiden is achieving success with his rap group POSLO after winning the Rob Acda Award and performing at Bevrijdingspop in Haarlem. The group is expanding its i...
Over four months in prison after violent shoplifting at Haarlem Albert Heijn, duo filled sports bag with nearly forty packs of coffee
A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to over four months in prison for a violent shoplifting incident at an Albert Heijn in Haarlem. In January 2024, the man and an accomplice stole nearly forty packs...
Inspiring afternoon at 't Mosterdzaadje: singer Nien Besselink and pianist Sjoerd Brouwer
Singer Nien Besselink and pianist Sjoerd Brouwer will perform at 't Mosterdzaadje on March 7. The concert features a collection of moving and humorous songs exploring various aspects of life.
Drinking water company PWN ordered to provide customer data to tax collector; Cocensus wins court case for sewage tax
The Dutch drinking water company PWN has been ordered by a court to provide customer data to tax collector Cocensus. This information is deemed necessary for the accurate assessment and collection of ...
Build homes on the asylum seeker center site in Santpoort-Zuid
The article presents a weekly proposition asking for reader opinions on building housing on the current asylum seekers' center site in Santpoort-Zuid. It invites the public to share their views on the...
'Family association' Onze Gezellen has been a symbol of sportsmanship in Haarlem-Noord for a century: 'We want to be the club where everyone is welcome and can play sports in their own way'
The multi-sport club Onze Gezellen is celebrating a century of promoting sportsmanship and inclusivity in Haarlem-Noord. Known as OG, the association offers five disciplines including baseball, footba...
Do it before it's too late: indebuurt is giving away cool prizes and time is running out
The Dutch local news platform indebuurt is celebrating its tenth anniversary by hosting a prize giveaway for its readers. This is the final opportunity for users to participate and enter for a chance ...