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 new coalition agreement following the recent elections.
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 in equipment and facilities to improve accessibility and ensure these venues are future-proof.
Police have released surveillance footage of a suspect who placed an explosive device at a coffeeshop on Haarlemmerstraat in Amsterdam last August. The blast caused significant damage to the building, blowing the front door into the middle of a nearby intersection. Investigators are seeking public assistance to identify the individual, who was seen wearing a hairnet and speaking on a phone during the incident.
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 one-time grant to improve interiors and inventory at publicly accessible cultural locations.
A section of Hagelingerweg in Santpoort-Noord will be closed for resurfacing on Monday, May 4. The road will be inaccessible between Dekamarkt and café De Wildeman from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM while a new asphalt layer is applied.
Most roads in the municipality of Elburg have reopened following a large wildfire in nearby 't Harde. The Eperweg remains closed to ensure emergency services have sufficient space to continue extinguishing the fire.