haarlemsdagbladJul 6, 2026, 02:51

Future of SRO at risk, say Haarlem and Velsen councilors: 'Concerns about survival'

Dozens of council members from Haarlem and Velsen have expressed concerns regarding the future of the municipal sports company SRO following a multi-million euro fraud scandal discovered in late June. A motion was passed in Velsen calling for the municipal council to increase its oversight of the organization to ensure its survival.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Westeinder campsite residents back in court: 'compensation too low'

Residents of Camping De Westeinder have returned to court in Haarlem to challenge the inadequate compensation offered by developer Kleen Estate for their forced relocation. Many residents rely on the park for permanent housing due to the local housing crisis and argue that the current offers are insufficient to cover relocation costs or provide alternative shelter.

Haarlem takes financial risk with new Spaarne Gasthuis construction

Haarlem is assuming significant financial risk by providing a 100 million euro guarantee and committing to purchase the current hospital site for 25 million euros to keep the Spaarne Gasthuis in the city. The initiative ensures 24-hour emergency care remains in Haarlem, though the city has deferred requirements for building staff housing.

More than 76,000 rental homes have already disappeared from the market – landlords complain about affordable rent legislation

Since the introduction of the Affordable Rent Act in 2024, over 76,000 rental homes have been sold off by landlords across the Netherlands, tightening housing supply. Rental prices are simultaneously rising faster than inflation, with Amsterdam, Amstelveen, and Haarlem remaining among the most expensive areas for tenants.

Spaarne Gasthuis to build entirely new hospital in Haarlem

Spaarne Gasthuis plans to build a new hospital in Haarlem-Zuid by 2033 to consolidate clinical and emergency care services. Consequently, the Hoofddorp branch will be repurposed into a day hospital for outpatient treatments and diagnostic services.

Forensic investigation underway at Apple Store Haarlem following 'incident'

The police and forensic investigators are conducting an inquiry at the Apple Store in Haarlem following an unidentified incident that occurred overnight. While authorities have confirmed an incident took place, they have provided no further details, and the store is expected to remain closed to the public for the remainder of the day.