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Restoration of monumental Haarlem farmhouse finally begins after 21 years

Restoration of monumental Haarlem farmhouse finally begins after 21 years

The monumental 17th-century Noord-Akendam farmhouse in Haarlem-Noord is finally undergoing restoration after 21 years of neglect. With a three-million-euro investment from the city, the building will be transformed into a community space that will also serve local organizations and the current resident.

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Seventeen-year-old Friso from Haarlem has been crowned the fittest teenager in the world after winning the CrossFit Games in the United States. Despite facing physical challenges during his youth, he now maintains a rigorous training schedule while studying physiotherapy and aims to eventually break world records in the sport.

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Tip: Unique art museum at Haarlem station attracts 3,500 visitors in its first year

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Haarlem slaughterhouse files for bankruptcy, municipality loses hundreds of thousands in rent

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