First-time homebuyers in Haarlem required an average mortgage of 429,000 euros last year to purchase a home. This figure indicates that starters in the local housing market needed to borrow less compared to previous periods.
Two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon in Beverwijk, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported following the accident.
Residents of Haarlem spent nearly 510 million euros on healthcare in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of rising costs. According to data from Vektis, the five percent increase represents the slowest growth rate the city has seen since 2021.
British pop star Harry Styles is set to perform a record-breaking ten-concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, attracting nearly half a million fans. Authorities have banned fans from camping outside the venue and the event has caused a significant surge in local hotel bookings. The concert schedule may also force the Ajax football club to move potential play-off matches to a smaller stadium due to the arena's unavailability.
Police are investigating two car fires that occurred last week in Heemskerk on Luxemburglaan and Debora Bakelaan, resulting in heavy damage to four vehicles. No arrests have been made yet as authorities work to determine if there is a connection between the two incidents.
A sinkhole has appeared on a walking path along the Donkere Spaarne for the third time in 18 months due to a leaking sheet pile wall. Water from the Spaarne river seeped under the pavement, eroding the sand and stones, which has prompted an investigation by the municipality.