The municipality of Bloemendaal is urging developers to submit housing projects by September 2nd to ensure timely grid capacity requests from Liander. This initiative targets all projects expected to be completed by 2036 to manage current power grid limitations.
Mayor Jos Wienen has awarded the Heldenpenning to Vera Rebel for saving a man from the Schotersingel in Haarlem on August 22, 2025. Rebel jumped into the water and brought the victim to safety after noticing him struggling, an act of courage recognized by local authorities.
Experts advise homeowners to wait before attempting to repair yellow lawns caused by the extremely dry summer of 2026. Applying grass seed or fertilizer now is discouraged, as the lawn needs time to recover naturally despite the current conditions.
A 21-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested for attempting to burglarize a fire station in Spaarndam after DNA evidence was found at the scene. This incident is part of a significant nationwide increase in burglaries targeting fire stations, where criminals specifically seek specialist rescue equipment.
The municipality of Haarlem processed 58 permit applications last week, with the vast majority concerning projects directly within the city. These applications cover various issues including construction, tree felling, and traffic management.
Dutch investors have invested a record 169 million euros in shares of SpaceX, CSG, and Magnum shortly after their market debut. The interest in Elon Musk's space company SpaceX has been particularly high among investors in the Netherlands.