Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
How to get Haarlem residents talking about the climate? Plan for traveling artwork
Haarlem is planning a traveling artwork designed to spark community dialogue about climate change and creating a greener, more livable city. The project serves as a follow-up to the Haarlem Citizens' ...
Sunscreen, drinks and sunshine on the first summer day in Haarlem
Haarlem experienced its first summer-like day last Friday as temperatures reached 23 degrees Celsius. Residents celebrated the warm weather by switching to summer clothing and heading outdoors.
You can soon look inside these Haarlem windmills
During the National Windmill Days on May 9 and 10, several windmills in Haarlem will open their doors to the public for free. Visitors can explore the interiors of these historic structures to learn h...
Cyclists' Union: PRO breaks election promise with 'bicycle-unfriendly' approach to Grote Houtstraat. 'Inhospitable and monomaniacal'
The Fietsersbond has criticized Haarlem's largest political party, PRO, for plans to reduce bicycle parking spaces near Grote Houtstraat. The cyclists' union argues that Alderman Robbert Berkhout's po...
Drug premises in Cruquius heavily guarded, but no sign of a laboratory
Police discovered a significant quantity of drugs in a building in Cruquius after responding to a robbery report, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. While heavily armed officers and a speciali...
‘Woman was an object to two Haarlem men.’ Prison sentences demanded for rape and sexual assault
Prosecutors have demanded a two-year prison sentence, with ten months suspended, against a 33-year-old man from Haarlem for the rape of a woman. The victim reportedly woke up during the assault in the...
'Gentle poet' Gershwin Bonefacia at May 4 Memorial Concert; 'Resistance is a chain of continuous small acts against injustice'
Poet Gershwin Bonefacia, former city poet of Amsterdam and winner of the Gouden Ganzenveer 2026, will perform as a special guest at a remembrance concert on May 4th. The event will be held by the Kenn...
Strand van Oranje festival should not return
A weekly poll invites readers to share their opinions on whether the festival 'Strand van Oranje' should be allowed to return. The article encourages public participation to gather community feedback ...
Conrad Shipyard is too special to be demolished after all
The article presents a weekly poll inviting readers to share their views on the potential demolition of the historic Werf Conrad site. It suggests that the location may be too significant to be torn d...
9 cool photos of Bevrijdingspop through the years
The article showcases nine historical photographs of the Bevrijdingspop music festival, which is held annually in Haarlem. The event takes place every May 5th in the Haarlemmerhout park to celebrate f...
Kennemerland fire department learns from Spanish colleagues how to fight wildfires: 'Fires like those on the Veluwe happen there daily'
The Kennemerland Fire Department is improving its wildfire preparedness by learning from more experienced colleagues in Southern Europe, the US, and Canada. Local firefighters are assisting internatio...
Cycle path along N208 near Haarlem a step closer
The province of North Holland and the municipalities of Haarlem and Velsen have selected a preliminary design for a new fast cycling route along the N208. The chosen 'roadside variant' will create a c...
Victims lost thousands of euros to Marktplaats fraud from Heemstede and Hoofddorp: 'I was involved'
A 24-year-old man from Heemstede admitted in a Haarlem court to his involvement in a Marketplace fraud scheme that cost victims thousands of euros. The suspect, whose activities were linked to Heemste...
Shibuya karaoke bar reopens this weekend, three years after forced closure
Karaoke bar Shibuya in Haarlem is set to reopen this weekend after being closed for nearly three years. Under new ownership, the establishment maintains its original appearance and atmosphere.
Major reed fire with heavy smoke on Liewegje in Haarlem
A large reed fire broke out on a walking path near Liewegje in Haarlem on Thursday evening, resulting in significant smoke development. Witnesses at the scene reported that the fire may have been the ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 1-3)
Haarlem offers a variety of activities for the weekend of May 1st through 3rd to help locals recover from King's Day festivities. The article provides a curated list of event recommendations to keep r...
Four years in prison for sexual abuse of three minor stepdaughters, Haarlemmermeer man ordered to pay 40,000 euros in damages
A 53-year-old man from Haarlemmermeer was sentenced to four years in prison by a court in Haarlem for the sexual abuse of his three minor stepdaughters. The court also ordered the perpetrator to pay a...
Setting up Bevrijdingspop under a clear blue sky
Preparations for the Bevrijdingspop festival are currently underway as workers set up stages under clear blue skies. The event is a popular music and freedom celebration held annually on Liberation Da...
No, it’s not that nobody wants to row with Roos de Jong anymore; Haarlem athlete switches to skiff before focus returns to home World Championships
Haarlem-based rower Roos de Jong will compete in the skiff category at the upcoming World Cup in Seville before returning to the double sculls. Her main objective for the season is the World Champions...
Subsidy for small cultural institutions
Small cultural institutions in Haarlem with fewer than three full-time employees can apply for a subsidy of up to €30,000 starting April 30, 2026. The city has allocated €500,000 for investments i...
Police respond to robbery report and find drugs, three arrested
Police responding to a reported robbery at a business park in Cruquius discovered a quantity of drugs and arrested three individuals found inside the building. Authorities are currently investigating ...
Police strike during undercover deal in Haarlem: eleven suspects arrested for fake cocaine
Eleven suspects were arrested in Haarlem during a coordinated police operation for selling fake cocaine, primarily composed of caffeine. The arrests occurred during an undercover deal at a parking lot...
It would be great to see Jelani Seedorf take center stage once more in the Vissersderby
Jelani Seedorf scored a late goal for Telstar in a 4-1 victory against Sparta, the club where he made his professional debut less than six months ago. The article highlights the significance of the go...
Municipality of Haarlem offers subsidies to small cultural institutions
The municipality of Haarlem has introduced a 500,000 euro subsidy fund to support small cultural institutions with investments in their housing and facilities. Eligible organizations can apply for the...
Buses replace trains between Uitgeest and Beverwijk due to engineering works
ProRail will conduct track maintenance near Beverwijk and Heemskerk from May 7 to May 12, suspending train services between Uitgeest and Beverwijk. NS will provide replacement buses to accommodate tra...
Lennert Böhmer wants to be the humanist idealist of CDA Haarlem. 'We must not be an inward-looking club'
Lennert Böhmer, the new group chairman of CDA Haarlem, aims to revitalize the party by making it more outward-looking and dynamic. He is currently involved in negotiations with PRO and D66 to form a ...
Annemarie van Haeringen: "It was certain I would become an illustrator"
Renowned children's book artist and author Annemarie van Haeringen has been featured as an icon of North Holland, highlighting her prolific and award-winning career. Born in Haarlem, she is known for ...
Shorts or umbrella? This is the Haarlem weather forecast for May
Meteorologist Berend van Straaten from weeronline.nl provides the weather outlook for Haarlem for the month of May. The forecast helps residents determine whether to expect warm sunshine or rainy cond...
What next for the rediscovered Conrad Shipyard? City officials reluctant to preserve building despite historical value
The municipal executive of Haarlem is hesitant to preserve the historic 1897 Werf Conrad administrative building, despite recent discoveries showing it is better preserved and more valuable than previ...
Number of over-85s in Haarlem to nearly double — are there enough adapted homes?
The number of households in Haarlem with at least one person aged 85 or older is projected to nearly double from 2,500 to 4,700 by the year 2040. While this aging trend is less severe than in similar ...