Friday 9 October

Surveillance cameras have been reinstalled at Roerdompplein in Haarlem to curb antisocial behavior by local youth gangs. Despite the city's attempts to restore order, long-suffering residents remain skeptical that technology can solve a persistent social blight. Read more →

The city of Haarlem is placing a 100 million euro guarantee on the line to keep the Spaarne Gasthuis hospital within city limits. By also pledging 25 million euros to purchase the existing hospital site, officials hope to safeguard 24-hour emergency care for the region. Read more →

Regional transport workers across the Netherlands have announced weekly strikes running through Christmas to demand better pay and reduced work pressure. While the city of Amsterdam will see its municipal services spared, the disruption highlights a growing rift between transport staff and management. Read more →

The municipality of Haarlem closed the year with a record 380 million euros in its coffers, the highest level since 2016. This surplus, common among many Dutch municipalities, reflects both stronger-than-expected revenues and a struggle to effectively deploy allocated public funds. Read more →

Students in Haarlem marked Purple Friday with a breakfast at city hall to support the LGBTI+ community. Yet, organizers worry as data indicates a concerning decline in the acceptance of homosexuality among the youth, placing the future of such awareness events in jeopardy. Read more →