Tuesday 20 October
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Cold-related mortality remains a persistent public health challenge in the Netherlands, with 140 annual deaths reported in Haarlem alone. Research by the RIVM suggests that the 10,000 total fatalities nationwide are disproportionately concentrated among the elderly and those suffering from energy poverty. Read more →
Plans by the municipality of Badhoevedorp to turn the Zeemanlaan into a car-free zone have triggered local outrage. Despite a survey showing overwhelming public opposition, officials are insisting that the 2027 project is a foregone conclusion. Read more →
Structural deterioration of the quay wall along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem has forced immediate traffic restrictions. Local authorities are scrambling to accelerate repair timelines as the wall's condition degrades faster than previously anticipated. Read more →
The Vleeshal in Haarlem is set to host an exhibition titled Bold City, Brave Decisions from October 29 to December 10, 2026. The show aims to dissect the urban planning choices that define the character and future trajectory of mid-sized cities. Read more →
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