Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
In Hakim Traïdia’s home village, they didn’t believe in newspapers. Now, a paper wants him to write columns.
Actor and mime artist Hakim Traïdia, widely known for his role in Sesamstraat, has joined the newspaper as a bi-weekly columnist. Born in Algeria and a resident of Haarlem since 1979, Traïdia will b...
Chronically ill Michelle (23) makes Haarlem station a little more colorful
Michelle van Doorn, a 23-year-old living with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME), has installed a "trinket trade box" near Haarlem Station to connect with the community. The box allows passersby to exchang...
Fans in suspense: ‘Please let the Telstar fairytale become a storybook’
Telstar fans are awaiting the final match against Volendam to see if the club will secure its place in the Eredivisie. The team has become a fan favorite throughout the Netherlands, and local resident...
Breakdancer Abel and bowler Jakolien are ready for the Special Olympics
The Special Olympics, a sporting event for athletes with intellectual disabilities, will be held in Haarlem this June with nearly 3,000 participants. Local athletes Abel Geerlof, a 24-year-old breakda...
Thrift store worker Francis believes both items and people deserve a second chance
In the second season of "Kringlopen met Francis," host Francis Broekhuijsen explores thrift stores and recycling projects across North Holland to highlight how both items and people receive second cha...
From Johann Sebastian Bach to AI: Netherlands Bach Society connects Baroque and the present at the Phil
The Netherlands Bach Society will perform their program "Bach's Inspiration" at the Philharmonie in Haarlem this Sunday. Conducted by Johanna Soller, the concert explores the connections between Baroq...
Wine, bites and jazz: you don't want to miss this wine festival near Haarlem
On Sunday, May 24, Openluchttheater Caprera will host a small-scale wine festival featuring tastings, snacks, and jazz music. Organized by Wijnkoperij Henri Bloem in collaboration with local partners,...
Haarlem Comic Days invite public to look critically
The Haarlemse Stripdagen festival has launched a warm-up event featuring eight young artists creating public illustrations across Haarlem based on the theme 'Critical Looking.' These interactive art d...
At the Ripperda Barracks in Haarlem, Bosnians Emina and Jasmina felt like children again: 'It was our safe haven'
Sisters Emina and Jasmina Jagurdzija, who fled the war in the former Yugoslavia as young children, recall their time at the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem. After losing their carefree youth to violence, t...
How heated will the National Protest be, including in Haarlem? Anti-asylum center protesters potentially drowned out by counter-protest
A national protest against asylum seeker centers is scheduled to take place this Saturday across eight Dutch provincial capitals, including Haarlem and Amsterdam. Local residents supporting the center...
Makers Festival Aangaan comes to Fort Penningsveer this Sunday: ‘It is important for young creative makers to have places to gather’
The 'Aangaan' makers festival will take place this Sunday at Fort Penningsveer, concluding an artist-in-residence program for young creators from the Haarlemmermeer region. The free, sensory event pro...
Leave the Kleine Houtweg alone
The article invites readers to share their opinions and vote on a proposition regarding the future of the Kleine Houtweg. The title suggests a sentiment in favor of leaving the street undisturbed.
Demonstration against Christians for Israel at Koningkerk ended with violence; ‘a wrist was broken’
Riot police in Haarlem forcibly ended a pro-Palestinian demonstration by the group Ummah for Gaza on Wednesday near the Koningkerk. The protest, which targeted a Christians for Israel meeting, was dis...
Demonstration in Haarlem North ended
On May 13, Mayor Jos Wienen terminated a demonstration by Ummah voor Gaza in Haarlem-Noord due to concerns over public safety and potential disorder. The protest occurred outside a church hosting a 'C...
Norah and Emma didn't expect to live together as children: 'We have two guinea pigs, Shoshanna and Govert suit us perfectly'
Childhood friends Norah van Leeuwen and Emma de Haan now live together in Haarlem along with their two guinea pigs. The pair discusses their long-standing friendship and their transition from childhoo...
Car damaged by fire in Haarlem, packs of matches found
A car was destroyed by fire on the Boterplein in Haarlem during the night of Thursday to Friday. Police are investigating the incident as a possible case of arson after discovering boxes of matches at...
Jeroen Bleekemolen (44) thought the Nürburgring 24 Hours was too dangerous, but will take on Max Verstappen in the Green Hell this weekend anyway
Dutch racing driver Jeroen Bleekemolen will compete in this weekend's 24 Hours of Nürburgring alongside fellow Dutchman Max Verstappen, despite previous safety concerns. The veteran endurance racer f...
Vandalized statue on Houtplein in Haarlem to be restored: "We won't be defeated"
The 'Hirondelle' sculpture on Houtplein in Haarlem is being repaired after it was intentionally vandalized in mid-April. Stichting de Beeldengalerij and artist Jackie Sleper have launched a crowdfundi...
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers celebrate American folk; 'Not technically complex music, very accessible'
Jodi G and the Wayfaring Strangers will perform a program of accessible American Appalachian folk songs at De Pletterij on Friday, May 15. Singer Jodi Gilbert describes the music as everyday songs abo...
Haarlem Baseball Week forced to reschedule again after Dominican Republic withdrawal
The Dominican Republic national baseball team has withdrawn from the Haarlem Baseball Week shortly before the tournament's start due to financial reasons. This late cancellation forces organizers to a...
Construction ban on luxury chalets? Province and municipality face off in court
The province of North Holland and the municipality of Bloemendaal are heading to court on May 29 to resolve a dispute over the construction of 350 luxury chalets at MarinaParken. While the province de...
Three boys arrested in Haarlem for attempted fatbike theft thanks to police dogs
Three boys were arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday night after being caught red-handed attempting to steal a fatbike. Following a brief chase, the suspects hid in a nearby park but were quickly located ...
Haarlem men (31 and 33) acquitted of sexual assault and rape due to insufficient evidence
Two men from Haarlem, aged 31 and 33, have been acquitted of charges related to the rape and sexual assault of a woman. The court ruled that there was insufficient evidence to secure a conviction agai...
Telstar fans watch crucial match on big screen at Buko Stadium
Telstar will face FC Volendam this Sunday in a decisive match to determine which team remains in the Eredivisie. Fans can gather to watch the game on a large screen at the Buko-stadion, as the loser w...
Haarlem coalition sacrifices old Werf Conrad administration building for housing: ‘Grandeur will not return’
The Haarlem city coalition has decided to demolish the 1897 Werf Conrad administration building to make way for new housing along the Spaarne. Although the building's historical remains were recently ...
Community farm Nieuweweg is a great success, but the end seems near. ‘This is unsustainable’
The neighborhood farm on Nieuweweg in Haarlem's Reinaldapark is a commercial success but faces potential closure due to unsustainable operating conditions. Operators Ruben Heineman and Sarai Maëla ha...
Haarlem festival on the unknown sides of sex symbol Marilyn Monroe: 'A smart businesswoman who protected gay actors'
Hans Goes and Lisa Cobelens are organizing a festival in Haarlem dedicated to the lesser-known aspects of Marilyn Monroe's life. The event will highlight her role as a savvy businesswoman and advocate...
'It’s all about the people': this thrift store and coffee bar wants to reach more Haarlem residents
Thrift store Woord & Daad and the Open Koffiehuis coffee bar in Haarlem are seeking to increase their visibility among local residents. These organizations serve as community hubs where people from di...
Council wants to scrap ‘very dangerous U-turn’ from Kleine Houtweg plans
A narrow majority of the Haarlem City Council supports plans to green and narrow the Kleine Houtweg but has rejected a proposed 180-degree U-turn on the Kamperlaan. Council members labeled the U-turn ...
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen to chair national task force on steel slag
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has been appointed as the national chairman of the Taskforce for Existing Applications of Steel Slag. In this new role, announced by State Secretary Annet Bertram, Wienen w...