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Be alert for door-to-door insulation companies

Be alert for door-to-door insulation companies

The municipality of Haarlem is warning residents to be cautious of insulation companies that claim to represent the city or manage government subsidies. Officials clarify that authorized advisors only visit by appointment and that residents must independently verify subsidy eligibility and service providers.

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Support for more accessible public spaces

Support for more accessible public spaces

Starting March 1, 2026, the city of Haarlem is offering subsidies to shop owners, restaurants, and social organizations to improve physical accessibility for people with disabilities. Owners can apply for up to €20,000 to fund modifications such as automatic doors, ramps, and accessible toilets, with the program running through 2027.

Shopping during Formula 1: ringing cash registers in menswear, silence in lingerie

Shopping during Formula 1: ringing cash registers in menswear, silence in lingerie

Local businesses in Zandvoort experienced varying levels of success during the final Formula 1 race weekend, with hospitality and souvenir retailers seeing increased sales while other niche shops struggled. Business owners noted that crowd management strategies influenced foot traffic, leading to calls for improved routing to better support local commerce in the future.

Pride dominates in Zandvoort, door remains always open for Grand Prix return

Pride dominates in Zandvoort, door remains always open for Grand Prix return

Following the conclusion of the final Formula 1 event in Zandvoort, Mayor David Moolenburgh expressed pride in the positive impact the races had on the town's infrastructure and image. While no further races are scheduled, the municipality remains open to hosting an emergency replacement race if requested within the next three years.

Build your own burger at Burger Business

Build your own burger at Burger Business

Former case manager Saïd has opened the first Burger Business location in Haarlem's Cronjéstraat. The establishment offers customers the opportunity to assemble their own burgers.

Ajax pubs angry at Ziggo for not broadcasting match: "I'm already paying a fortune"

Ajax pubs angry at Ziggo for not broadcasting match: "I'm already paying a fortune"

Owners of Ajax-themed cafes in Amsterdam and Haarlem are upset with Ziggo Sport for not securing the broadcast rights to the upcoming Ajax match against FC Sion. Because the game will only be available via a pay-per-view streaming service, cafe owners face extra costs and technical concerns, leading to frustration regarding the increasing commercialization of football broadcasting.