The municipality of Haarlem is finalizing the sale of the Verweyhal's upper floor to the heirs of the Raiola family. Once the sale is complete, the family will own the entire building on the Grote Markt and plans to develop a shop and catering business featuring a roof terrace.
Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
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