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.
Ukrainian Olga has been delivering aid to her homeland for 26 years: ‘80 percent is destroyed’
Olga Dekker has been coordinating the collection and transport of aid from the Netherlands to Ukraine for 26 years. Her current efforts focus on providing essential medical supplies to hospitals opera...
Shopkeepers Mike (39) and Mirwais (50) buck the trend for entrepreneurship: 'The will to succeed is greater than the fear of failure'
Despite historically low economic growth, entrepreneurs Mike van Leeuwen and Mirwais Farid are launching new business ventures. They are driven by a strong determination to succeed that outweighs the ...
Boxing, karate, hapkido, kickboxing and kung fu: First Martial Arts Event in Spaarnehal attracts seventy children to learn five combat sports
Around seventy children participated in the first Martial Arts Event at the Spaarnehal in Haarlem to explore five different combat sports, including boxing and karate. The event, organized by Sportsup...
Haarlem politicians reject 'democracy-undermining' AI voting guide: 'Voters, do not use it!'
Political parties in Haarlem are warning citizens against using Keus.nl, an AI-generated voting guide, due to inaccuracies and fabricated party positions. Local politicians claim the tool undermines d...
Driver charged with attempted manslaughter of police and military police during wild chase: ‘A miracle no one was killed’
A 54-year-old man is accused of attempted manslaughter against eight law enforcement officers during a dangerous car chase in Halfweg and Alkmaar on November 18. Prosecutors stated that it was a mirac...
Suspicious package found at home in Hoofddorp
A suspicious package was discovered at a residential property in Hoofddorp, leading to a police cordon and an investigation by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD). Emergency services are on ...
Telstar open training attracts many fans: I always watch the matches at home, so it's great to see the players in person
Dutch football club Telstar held an open training session on Monday afternoon, attracting a large crowd of fans following their recent match against Feyenoord. Many supporters took advantage of their ...
Heemstede Art Fair closes for good. 'Tried everything to breathe new life into the event'
The Heemsteedse Kunstbeurs art fair is permanently shutting down after efforts to revitalize the event were unsuccessful. The multi-day cultural festival had been a regular fixture in Heemstede betwee...
BeamThis! showcases enormous variety of video art: from short films to abstract projections
The BeamThis! exhibition highlights a vast variety of video art, featuring everything from small films to abstract projections. While all participating artists utilize moving images, the showcase emph...
Pedestrian injured in collision with car in Haarlem
A pedestrian was injured and taken to the hospital following a collision with a car in Haarlem on Monday afternoon. The extent of the victim's injuries is currently unknown.
Man from Zeeland accused of biting ex-partner's buttock and leg in Haarlem, DNA found on her trousers
A 33-year-old man from Terneuzen is accused of repeatedly abusing his partner in Haarlem between October and November of last year. The allegations include physical assault and biting the victim, whos...
YONEX Dutch Junior International starts Wednesday: top youth in action, free entry
The 45th edition of the YONEX Dutch Junior International badminton tournament begins this Wednesday at the DEGIRO-hal in Haarlem. Over 300 young athletes from more than 30 countries will compete in th...
Dumping a thick layer of sand on permaculture garden near Korte Verspronckweg? 'Absurd plan. That means the end'
The board of Permacultuurcentrum Haarlem is protesting a proposal to dump a thick layer of sand on their garden located near Korte Verspronckweg. Board members have described the plan as absurd, stati...
One-way traffic in Van Speijkstraat Zandvoort during summer rush
Van Speijkstraat in Zandvoort will implement temporary one-way traffic from June 20 to August 30 to manage summer crowds. During this period, vehicles will only be permitted to travel from Stationsple...
Man shot near car in Zaandam, three suspects flee in black car
A man was threatened and shot at on Bristolroodstraat in Zaandam on Thursday afternoon, though no injuries were reported. Three suspects fled the scene in a black vehicle and remain at large. Local po...
Amsterdam man (39) arrested after threat with possible firearm in Velsen-Noord
A 39-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested following a threat involving a possible firearm in Velsen-Noord. Police are currently investigating the incident and have called for witnesses to come for...
Glimmer of hope for dilapidated clock tower: ‘Maybe it can become a psychiatry memorial’
Heritage enthusiasts Frank Verveld and Bert Oosterop met with Alderman Thessa van der Windt to discuss the preservation of the dilapidated Meerenberg II clock tower in Bloemendaal. There is renewed ho...
Rocco de Vos transfers from Schoten to Overbos
Trainer Rocco de Vos is set to leave VV Schoten to join SV Overbos starting next season. De Vos, who is from Haarlem, aims to lead his new club in the fourth division.
Haarlem municipality puzzled: Professor Eijkmanlaan is safer, but residents don't feel that way
A study by the municipality of Haarlem found that traffic safety on the redesigned Professor Eijkmanlaan has improved with lower speeds and reduced volume. Despite these findings, local residents rema...
Steven Jonker (D66) calls for attention to middle-income Haarlem residents: ‘But we don’t want a lurch to the right’
Steven Jonker, the D66 lead candidate for Haarlem, is campaigning for the upcoming local elections with a focus on supporting middle-income residents. He aims to improve city governance while maintain...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to keep in mind this week (February 23 – March 1)
Roadworks in Haarlem will result in partial street closures from February 23 to March 1, affecting areas such as Van Marumstraat and the Langebrug. Drivers should expect disruptions in the city center...
Wormerland considers merger with Purmerend or Zaanstad
The Wormerland executive board has advised the municipal council to consider a merger with either Purmerend or Zaanstad. This recommendation is driven by the financial vulnerability the municipality f...
Haarlem takes steps towards natural gas-free living
Haarlem has established the Heat Program 2026–2030 as part of its phased plan to transition to natural gas-free living. Preparations in the first designated neighborhoods are scheduled to begin duri...
Finnish artist Teppo Korte exhibits colorful works at KEK: ‘I get my inspiration from nature’
Finnish artist Teppo Korte is currently exhibiting his colorful, nature-inspired artworks at KEK in Haarlem. His pieces often address environmental themes, such as a work depicting a swimmer surrounde...
Housing construction at Blekersveld: enough to drive you crazy. Why can’t Bloemendaal politicians make a decision?
Politicians in Bloemendaal are struggling to finalize housing construction plans for the Blekersveld area near the Westelijke Randweg. The frequent changes to the project's design have caused frustrat...
Benzene remediation along Broekpolder to begin July 1. Further investigation around Aagtenpark still needed
The remediation of benzene-contaminated groundwater in the Broekpolder district is scheduled to begin on July 1. The permit application for the project remains available for public inspection until Ma...
Municipal elections on March 18: what the Party for the Animals wants in Haarlem
Haarlem residents will vote in the municipal elections on March 18 to elect a new city council. This report highlights the specific plans and political platform of the Party for the Animals.
Number of Ukrainian refugees in Haarlem nearly doubles in almost three and a half years
The municipality of Haarlem currently provides shelter to 1,396 Ukrainian refugees as the conflict continues following the Russian invasion. This figure represents a significant increase, with the num...
Telstar bold in De Kuip, but White Lions still lose to Feyenoord
Telstar lost 2-1 to Feyenoord at De Kuip despite taking an early 1-0 lead. The "White Lions" delivered a strong performance in the final minutes but were unable to find an equalizer.
Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’
Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...