rssNov 13, 2026, 05:59

Car dealership completely destroyed by large fire in Vijfhuizen

An automotive business in Vijfhuizen was completely destroyed by a large fire reported in the early hours of the morning. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the blaze remains under investigation as firefighters complete the final cleanup.

A major fire destroyed an automotive company located on Remweg in Vijfhuizen during the early hours of the morning. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze around 2:55 AM, and by the time fire crews arrived, the building was already fully engulfed in flames. Due to the intensity of the situation, the response was escalated to a very large fire, requiring assistance from units throughout the surrounding area.

While the building was completely gutted and left in ruins, officials confirmed that there were no casualties resulting from the incident. As a safety precaution, firefighters evacuated two guard dogs from a nearby property during their operations. The site is now under control, with crews focused on extinguishing smoldering hotspots and conducting safety measurements. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire, and an investigation into how the blaze started is expected to follow.

Business Haarlem Netherlands

Read original ↗

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

Joris and his father take over chip shop: “We cut the potatoes ourselves and you can taste it”

Joris and his father Rob have taken over the Haarlem-based Friethuis La Petite, focusing on high-quality, homemade products like hand-cut fries and signature satay sauce. After years of hospitality training and small-scale food ventures, Joris is now operating the business six days a week on the Warmoesstraat.

Tip: Your old Christmas decorations get you a discount at IKEA this weekend only

Ikea Haarlem is offering a 25 percent discount on Christmas collections this weekend for Ikea Family members who recycle their old, functional holiday decorations. The initiative, run in partnership with the Salvation Army, aims to give used festive items a second life.

Ron Blaauw closes Michelin-starred restaurant in Amsterdam-Zuid: 'Times have changed'

Chef Ron Blaauw is closing his Michelin-starred Ron Gastrobar in Amsterdam-Zuid after fourteen years to pursue a new, more flexible dining concept. The restaurant will cease operations in February, with a new project to be announced in December, while his other business locations across the Netherlands will remain open.

Province allocates extra funding for Bevrijdingspop in Haarlem

The province of North Holland is providing an additional 79,500 euros to Haarlem's Bevrijdingspop festival to help cover rising costs and maintain free admission. Organizers are also seeking financial support from the local municipality to ensure the future of the annual May 5th event, with a final decision on next year's edition expected in November.

Oldest Haarlem timber merchant threatened with closure due to zero-emission zone

Bremer's Houthandel, a historic business in Haarlem, faces closure because the city's new emission-free zone will restrict the large diesel trucks needed for timber deliveries by 2028. The owner is currently in a court-ordered mediation process with the municipality to seek a solution or potential relocation assistance.