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.
‘Little Local’ grant scheme for small-scale projects
The 'Little Local' subsidy scheme is now open for applications from individuals with small-scale projects that benefit their neighborhood or region. This initiative aims to support community-driven id...
Lost deer roams train tracks and highway for hours
A stray deer roamed through Haarlem for several hours on Sunday, appearing on the A200 highway and near the Spaarnwoude train station. Police attempted to capture the animal but eventually allowed it ...
Have you seen Macho, Flip or Biscuit? These eight pets are missing in Haarlem
Eight pets, including animals named Macho, Flip, and Biscuit, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to help locate the missing animals listed by the comm...
New residents visit Schalkwijk Center housing project
On Saturday, future residents visited the Schalkwijk Centrum construction site in Haarlem during 'Dag van de Bouw' to view their future homes. Visitors were able to explore the building where they are...
Attention travelers: Public transport in Haarlem may be disrupted by strike
Public transport workers in Haarlem plan to strike during the early morning of Wednesday, June 24. The industrial action is expected to bring train and bus services to a standstill, leading to potenti...
Confidently cycling through Haarlem: Every Schalkwijk resident should be able to do it, says Buurts: 'Cycling expands your world'
The organization Buurts is launching cycling lessons at Californiëplein in Haarlem to help adults who never learned to ride a bike as children. The initiative aims to increase residents' independence...
Long-standing family feud escalates in Boerhaavewijk, but brothers avoid prison for attempted manslaughter
Two brothers, aged 25 and 33, were convicted of attempted manslaughter following a violent family conflict in Haarlem's Boerhaavewijk neighborhood. The court found that they drove a car into a nephew ...
Great atmosphere at Haarlem's Café Studio after 2-0 win over Sweden
Fans at Café Studio in Haarlem celebrated a 2-0 victory for the Netherlands against Sweden. The atmosphere at the Grote Markt was festive as supporters gathered to watch the national team's success.
'No, it is fundamentally unfair that a Zandvoort councillor is paid less than in Haarlem': Belinda Göransson has been a councillor for 20 years
Belinda Göransson, a long-serving council member, argues that it is unfair for representatives in smaller municipalities to receive lower pay than their counterparts in larger cities like Haarlem. Sh...
Risk of unrest in Zandvoort: municipality declares emergency decree
The municipality of Zandvoort has implemented an emergency ordinance until Monday to manage high visitor volumes and prevent potential disturbances. This measure grants authorities additional powers t...
After Bolstoren, developer wants to quickly move forward with three apartment complexes: 'That tank is a nod to the parking discussions'
A developer is moving forward with plans to build three apartment complexes at the Bolsterrein site in Haarlem following the completion of the Bolstoren. To humorously address local parking concerns, ...
'Are you going to the mayor?' ask PRO councilor Kim’s children weekly: 'I rely heavily on my family to manage everything'
Kim van Goethem, a council member in Haarlemmermeer, discusses the challenge of balancing her political work with a job at the municipality of Haarlem and a family of two young children. She credits t...
Briny mussels and melt-in-the-mouth Spanish ham: that typical tapas vibe at Bilboa (8)
Bilboa is a new tapas restaurant located at the Oude Groenmarkt in Haarlem that focuses on authentic Spanish flavors and traditional dishes. The establishment offers a wide selection of menu items, in...
In love with the concept of trudging through mud and hundreds of obstacles for two days. Bram (24) takes on grueling Ultron Viking for ALS Foundation: 'This is the purest form of life I know'
Bram van Amersfoort will participate in the grueling two-day Ultron Viking obstacle run in the Spaarnwoude recreation area on September 26 and 27. The 24-year-old aims to cover over 100 kilometers and...
Craving a greasy snack? 7 fry shops in Haarlem city center
This article highlights seven recommended fries shops located in the city center of Haarlem. It provides suggestions for shoppers or individuals looking for a snack after a night out in the city.
Councilor Bas de Ruig reviews documents during dinner: ‘Sometimes there is little time between work and council’
Bas de Ruig, the 32-year-old floor leader for D66 in the municipality of Velsen, discusses the challenges of balancing his political duties with a 32-hour work week. He currently serves in the local c...
Councilor Moussa Aynan wished he had spent more time with his newborns: ‘I wasn’t well prepared’
Haarlem council member Moussa Aynan reflects on the difficulty of balancing his twenty-year political career with the birth and upbringing of his three children. He notes that he was not well prepared...
Municipalities build asylum seeker centers in protected landscapes: only as a last resort
Several municipalities in North Holland are seeking or have received permission to build temporary asylum seeker centers on protected provincial land due to a lack of space within urban borders. The p...
Sisters Heather (29) and Silver (26) from Haarlem play at the World Cup for ecstatic fans: 'We had to get used to the noise'
Haarlem sisters Heather and Silver Siegers are competing in the Cricket World Cup in England, experiencing significantly larger and louder crowds than in the Dutch domestic league. The athletes noted ...
Why does a Haarlem city councilor earn more than twice as much as those in Velsen or Bloemendaal?
As new municipal councils begin their terms in the Netherlands, questions have arisen regarding the time commitment and financial compensation for local officials. The article investigates the signifi...
Haarlem residents cool runners with water pistols and hoses during scorching Grachtenloop: ‘Normally I drink wine, now I’m soaking them’
Residents of Haarlem used water pistols, hoses, and showerheads to cool down 5,000 participants during a record-breaking hot edition of the Grachtenloop running event. Organizers set up extra drinking...
Temperatures in some Haarlem streets vary by as much as 5 degrees. Greenery is the solution, but ‘you can’t just plant trees everywhere’
Haarlem, currently the most paved city in the Netherlands, faces temperature differences of up to 5 degrees between streets due to varying levels of greenery. The city is exploring ways to combat heat...
Body found in parked car in Haarlem, police investigating
Police are investigating after a deceased person was found in a parked car on the Rijksstraatweg in Haarlem-Noord. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the discovery and the circ...
Greening of Haarlem homes declines: fewer new insulation, heat pumps and solar panels
The adoption of sustainable home improvements in Haarlem has significantly declined, with solar panel installations reaching their lowest levels since 2017. Additionally, the number of subsidized heat...
Sleutelbloem Day concludes ‘On a Journey’ theme: ‘This day is so fun we don’t even miss our phones’
Students at the Sleutelbloem school celebrated Sleutelbloemdag to conclude their year-long theme, "On a Journey." The event featured various activities that left participants enthusiastic and grateful...
New offshore vessel Windcat Haarlem offers crew cinema, gym and racing sims
Shipping company Windcat has launched the Windcat Haarlem, the third vessel in its series of six Commissioning Service Operations Vessels. The offshore ship is equipped with premium crew amenities, in...
Birthday and Father's Day: A good day for Richard Kemper to talk about death
Dutch columnist Richard Kemper reflects on the irony of celebrating a birthday, noting that each year signifies being closer to death. Writing on a day that coincides with Father's Day, he shares his ...
Wikipedia's birthday: 3 interesting Wiki facts about Haarlem
On June 19, 2026, the Dutch version of Wikipedia celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the article explores the digital encyclopedia's coverage of Haarlem and highlights interesting f...
Telstar shops in the second division again: Noach Shenkman (19) signs from AFC
Telstar has secured its first reinforcement for the 2026-2027 season by signing 19-year-old midfielder Noach Shenkman from AFC Amsterdam. Shenkman signed a contract that runs until mid-2028, which inc...
Wienen reveals Haarlem refugee housing locations, PRO prefers secrecy: ‘They are already traumatized’
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen has announced that the specific hotel location for thirty status holders coming from Ter Apel will be made public. PRO council member Palwasha Hamzad opposed this disclosure, ...