The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (FCCA) investigated the competitive effects of the merger between Stora Enso Oyj and Junnikkala Oy particularly on the procurement of roundwood in the parties' procurement areas The Authority assessed that the merger would not raise competition concerns and therefore approved the merger unconditionally on 14 April 2025 Stora Enso announced in October 2024 that it would acquire the entire share capital of sawmill and processing company Junnikkala Junnikkala has three sawmills located in Kalajoki has a sawmill in Veitsiluoto and a board mill in Oulu the FCCA examined in more detail how the transaction affects the log procurement market in the procurement areas of Stora Enso's Veitsiluoto sawmill and Junnikkala's Oulu sawmill The procurement market refers to the companies' procurement of wood from forest owners the parties' combined market share will remain moderate after the acquisition and there will continue to be several competing wood buyers in the area The parties' market power is also limited by the fact that competing wood buyers may expand their procurement areas if log prices decrease the FCCA notes that the parties' raw material needs and wood procurement strategies differ Junnikkala Oy is a Finnish sawmill company whose business consists of manufacturing lumber and further processed products for both export and domestic sale Junnikkala sawmills are located in Kalajoki Stora Enso Oyj is a global manufacturer of renewable products for the packaging Republication of Lesprom Network content is prohibited without the prior written consent of Lesprom Network General Terms and Conditions and Privacy policy autonomous island25 June 2024ShareSavePooja NaikShareSavePooja Naik(Credit: Pooja Naik)Adrift off the Finnish coast this small island comes alive each summer and offers a fascinating glimpse at how Finns once lived It's late September and a handful of trees sprouting wild berries are the last signs of life on Maakalla a lonely island cast 18km off Finland's western coast in Bothnian Bay When winter comes in a few days' time they will be buried under a veil of white snow the sky is the spent blue of a retreating summer glinting off the roofs of the empty wooden cabins that dot the 20-hectare island "I believe we're the only ones here," whispers Martta Tervonen the island is more than 5m above sea level But as farming and other industries grew in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries fewer and fewer of the roughly 700 fishermen who used to flock here each summer from the nearby Kalajoki region needed to spend these long just a small fraction of these fishermen return to their families' ancestral cabins each summer wood and other supplies they need to survive During these weeks- or months-long stretches from May to September as day-trippers trickle in to catch a glimpse of the customs and traditions that Finns once embraced Although technically belonging to Finland, Maakalla enjoys autonomous status and is governed by a council of local fishermen elected every summer. The tradition dates to 1771 when Finland was under Swedish rule and King Adolf Fredrik granted Maakalla a special status of self-governance due to its far-flung nature Finland fell under Russian control before eventually declaring independence in 1917 Despite maintaining neutrality during the Cold War Finland joined the European Union in 1995 and applied for Nato membership after the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine "Nobody lives here permanently." As the surrounding waters transform into a sheet of ice each winter the island is completely cut off from the mainland "Around 20 people stay here in summer but it is deserted for the rest of the year." Therefore Maakalla's fishermen live by dual laws: during the weeks or months they're on the island they're ruled by the council they elect; when they're back on the mainland Hautala comes from a long line of local fishermen and his grandfather once owned one of the Maakalla's kalamaja (a traditional fisherman's hut that can only be inherited through ancestry) his grandfather relinquished the cabin when he grew too old to maintain it there's no way for him or his family to reclaim it "None of the huts here can be bought or sold," he responds softly and their survival rests in the hands of the council We soon stop before a large moss-coated rock surrounded by smaller "This is where the island's council gathers for kari ('small island') meetings every summer on the Sunday closest to St James's Day (25 July) to elect members and make other important decisions," such as deporting fishermen guilty of crimes committed on the island – which rarely happens A little further stands the tiniest lighthouse I have ever laid my eyes on "It's for the boats to locate the island," Tervonen explains Local custom dictates that anyone who visits Maakalla must take the first stone that they step on and add it to the lighthouse's growing heap to raise its height which Hautala explains was once the island priest's home and this is where he lived," Tervonen says and the priest visits to inaugurate the council ceremony and to officiate weddings at the chapel." Our exploration leads us to the newly built Maakalla Museum which displays historical artefacts and supporting text in Finnish Black-and-white photos and old maps of the region adorn the walls Stone slabs cover the tops of fishermen's buckets But it's the details about seal hunting that pique my interest Travellers can only visit Maakalla with a boat and a private guide. SeaFox Kalajoki operates three-hour ferry excursions departing from Keskuskari harbour from May to October. A 4.5-hour trip aboard the Galeas Ansio sailboat leaves from Konikarvo harbour and include a visit to the island when the ice is still intact [but starting to melt] the seal hunters [on Maakalla] set out on their boats and head to the middle of the sea," Hautala says "It is where the seals live all year around and they end up eating all the fish in the waters." Hautala explains that Maakalla residents believe the age-old practice of seal hunting helps regulate seal overpopulation Perhaps the island's most striking man-made feature is its 1780-built wooden church and belltower Its facade is splashed in red while the doors and windows drip egg-yolk yellow the church's ceiling is designed to resemble an inverted ship; its ends are shaped like a bow and stern; and instead of a cross Hautala explains that throughout the centuries most fishermen on Maakalla got married here the church has now become popular with destination weddings • Europe's 500-year-old seafood tradition • The secret meaning behind the World Tree Hugging Championships • The chefs reviving the Arctic's forgotten food It takes less than 45 minutes to traverse the island by foot an elderly woman with fire-coloured hair suddenly emerges from her cabin chatting with a gentleman drinking coffee on the bench outside The couple is Maakalla's last residents of the season I discovered that the woman's name is Marja-Liisa and the cabin belonged to her father she spent most summers in the hut with her parents and older siblings A picture from one such family holiday is still framed inside and a wooden nameplate with all their engraved names hangs above the front door she lives here with her husband for up to five-week stretches each summer "It's so peaceful and lovely here," Marja-Liisa says She explains that even though electricity is now generated by solar power islanders still need to bring enough supplies to last their stay the only consistently available food source is whitefish – an island staple that is freshly caught and smoked on coals – occasionally served with rye bread and cheese pastel curtains filter sunlight that slowly fills the kitchen and a kettle boils to a scream Due to the island's limited resources and Marja-Liisa's morning cup of coffee is no exception "I love sea buckthorn and lingonberries from here and they often make their way into my breakfast porridge," Marja-Liisa adds gesturing towards the window to show where she forages for the ingredients and her husband offers us korppu (traditional cinnamon- and sugar-dusted rusks) It is the couple's final weekend on Maakalla; soon they will return to their home in Kalajoki until next summer and she swiftly slips into her "nice" pair of shoes and smiles for me I learn that the couple was married at the island church 45 years ago and have visited together every year since Having marvelled at Maakalla's impermanence all day long If you liked this story, sign up for The Essential List newsletter – a handpicked selection of features For more Travel stories from the BBC, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. 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Sanna Rissanen works as a Service Technician and is based in Sodankylä Finland where the northernmost Nordex Service point is located Sanna grew up in the same town but moved to Rovaniemi to study and later work as an electrician During a visit to her childhood home in 2015 an unusual job ad written in English drew her attention in the local newspaper and made her pick up the phone to apply to Nordex Group Sanna was first offered a Junior Service Technician position in Kalajoki and later she returned back to Sodankylä to work as a Service Technician.   Sanna belongs to a small team of five which maintain turbines in two nearby wind parks The northern location definitely adds some extra challenges to the routines as proper winter clothing is crucial and the heavy snow falls might complicate accessing the parks She describes the responsibilities as being highly versatile – although the yearly rotation of tasks usually remains the same each week offers different challenges and work assignments On windy days with full production speed, the team minimizes visits to the turbines and stays at the Service point with on-call duty Service Technicians not only have the responsibility of physical repairs but also need IT skills to master computers and take part in regular trainings in order to know the products and to work safely at heights.  “This job is not for you if you are afraid of heights” the Service Technicians need to be prepared to spend time on top of the turbines Due to small teams and most of the work being done in pairs she highlights the importance of teamwork skills and co-operation with colleagues The close-knit teams share their challenges and achievements together there is always a possibility to ask and learn from each other in their national Nordex Service network.    new employees are sought for Sanna’s team in Sodankylä as well as for many other Service points across the country As the only female Service Technician in her group she would like to encourage other women to apply for the open positions with an open-minded attitude She thinks the physical aspect of the work might scare some potential job seekers off and although one of the job requirements is passing applicable physical examinations the tools used in the work offer a great help.   Besides welcoming new colleagues to the team Sanna is expecting the near future to bring only small changes to her daily work She will soon finalize her Bachelor’s degree in Engineering which she completed alongside full-time work. Luckily, she was able to write her final thesis for Nordex. The future might hold further exciting opportunities as Sanna names self-development possibilities continuous learning and flexibility as the most important reasons for staying at Nordex already for 6 years.  Learn more about the open Service Technician positions and apply to work at Nordex by visiting our career portal. Back to: The Nordex Group in Sweden, Norway & Finland Necessary cookies are required to ensure the technical functionality of the website and to provide the services you have specifically requested These include features such as the language you select saving volume settings and your access to secure areas of the website These cookies do not collect information about you or store which pages you have visited on the internet This category of cookies cannot be disabled and does not require consent These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site Content from video platforms and social media platforms is blocked by default access to those contents no longer requires manual consent a long-term drilling contractor of Keliber’s has started to use biofuel in the drill rig at Keliber’s exploration site in Central Ostrobothnia The measure will reduce the emissions caused by drilling by more than 50% “Taking the environment into consideration and minimising the negative impacts is a guiding principle for us at Kati as well as Keliber When we learned that Neste MY Non Road Diesel™ was available also in Northern Finland this autumn Keliber was the first company we proposed to introduce it and we received a positive answer right away,” explains Tapani Niskakangas the switch from regular fuel oil to biofuel makes it possible to reduce emissions by 50% or even more It is estimated that during 2020 drilling at the Keliber work site generated emissions of 78.04 tonnes of CO2e the estimated emissions would have been 37.90 t CO2e or 51% less The emission reduction (40.14 t CO2e) is equivalent to 286,714.3 kilometres by car which would take one 7.15 times around the globe Keliber’s CEO Hannu Hautala regards the fuel switch as a good example of sustainable operation which Keliber is committed to: “We are continuously looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact and improve our operations when new possibilities emerge I am happy about this opportunity to switch to renewable energy at the drilling site.”    Kati started to use biofuel at the Keliber site during the second week of December the switch was easy: the machines run on biofuel as smoothly as they do on fossil fuel biofuel is better because it does not endanger water organisms or human health The price tag for biofuel is about 25% bigger than for fossil fuel which means an increase of about 2% in the total drilling cost “Keliber is the first of our customers to use biofuel but its popularity has a lot to do with logistics we transport the MY renewable fuel from Kemi harbour to our storage tank in Kalajoki,” says Niskakangas Oy Kati Ab Kalajoki is an expert in ore exploration and diamond core drilling The company has a certified environmental management system since 2004 Cooperation with Keliber on the lithium project has continued for about 20 years Keliber has had continuous exploration and resource drilling operations and the annual total drilling has varied from 10 to 20 kilometres Photo: Henri Äijälä (left) and Joonas Kurtti from Keliber’s Geology department examine drill cores with Oy Kati Ab’s Torsti Ylitalo and Markus Impiö in February 2019 Keliber is a Finnish mining and battery chemical company that aims to start the sustainable production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide www.keliber.fi/en You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience is increasing its focus on the development of hybrid wind and photovoltaic (PV) energy solutions the second wind and PV farm is currently in the approval process An essential part of the hybrid project is the Puutionsaari wind farm with 49 wind turbines and a capacity of 350 MW complemented by a 100 MWp solar farm on a former peat extraction site acquired by VSB The solar project is currently in the approval process which is expected to be completed by the end of the year The technical aspects of the hybrid park were tested in Juurakko VSB has realised its first wind farm with a connected PV field together with Solarigo Systems Oy a partner that plans and builds solar power plants for companies and municipalities Juurakko has seven wind turbines with a total capacity of 40 MW and a 13 MWp solar farm consisting of over 24 000 solar cells hybrid parks offer many advantages: combining wind and solar power they provide a stable supply of energy all year round and their efficient design means they can be easily connected to the national grid without the need for additional transmission lines “The combination of solar and wind energy in hybrid projects is not just a sign of innovation but also an essential step towards a comprehensive energy transition it is a necessity,” said Dr Felix Grolman Managing Director of VSB Uusiutuva Energia Suomi Oy added: “Investments in solar energy and hybrid technologies are central to Finland’s sustainable energy future We have the expertise and capacity to develop customised hybrid solutions for the regions.” concluded: “There are no industrial scale solar parks in our region yet although solar energy has become very important in North Ostrobothnia From the point of view of power transmission it makes sense to install both solar and wind systems in the same areas VSB is an excellent partner for our first pilot project as they already have practical experience with a similar park.” The Autumn 2023 issue of Energy Global hosts an array of technical articles focusing on green hydrogen This issue also features a regional report looking at some key renewables projects in Australia Read the article online at: https://www.energyglobal.com/solar/05102023/vsb-finland-develops-second-hybrid-project/ Q ENERGY has begun building a 96 MWp photovoltaics project in Spain scheduled for completion at the end of 2026 Embed article link: (copy the HTML code below): Already a member? Sign in here Helsinki: Finnish TSO Fingrid is building a new 400 kV main grid transmission line from Kalajoki to Jämsä to transmit electricity from the major wind power production hub on the west coast to consumption sites elsewhere will enable new connections to the main grid and improve the security of the system The project also includes the construction of three new substations which will enable new renewable electricity production in areas where main grid connections have been impossible It will increase the transmission capacity from the west coast to Southern Finland The project will be completed in phases and will be one of Fingrid’s most important investment projects in the coming years The section between Jylkkä and Alajärvi will be completed in 2027 and the section between Alajärvi and Toivila will be completed in 2028 is planned to strengthen the system in the southern part of the west coast The TSO plans to invest approximately €4 billion ($4.3 billion) in the main grid over the next decade to support the green transition The planned projects are based on forecasts of Finland’s future electricity production and consumption structure A precondition for the realisation of the investment programme is a licensing and regulatory environment supporting the main grid investments Reinforcing the main grid will boost Finland’s internal electricity transmission capacity and enable new customer projects to connect to the main grid Fingrid expects significant amounts of renewable energy coming online New electricity deal and planned gas pipeline aim to ease Syria’s energy crisis with 400 kV line and 6 million m3 of gas daily from Turkey Christian Bruch visits Baghdad to formalise agreement aimed at potentially adding 14 GW to Iraq’s energy capacity through infrastructure upgrades Xcel Energy will build a 280-km transmission line linking clean energy from southwest Minnesota to over 1 million homes across the Upper Midwest © 2013-2025 | All Rights Reserved MERIT MEDIA INT Acquisition of body and bucket manufacturer set to expand Metso’s loading and hauling offering METSO have signed an agreement to acquire Häggblom Oy a privately-owned Finnish engineering and manufacturing company with whom they have partnered for several years in the manufacturing of truck bodies Häggblom’s key offering includes truck bodies and buckets for mining and quarrying whilst their service portfolio includes wear parts Metso say the acquisition will broaden their offering in bodies and buckets by providing complete end-to-end loading and hauling solutions and strengthening the company’s position in the aftermarket They say the aim is to leverage Häggblom’s strong engineering and manufacturing expertise in collaboration with existing partners on a regional and global basis ‘Loading and hauling is a growing business and our goal is to further develop our capability to serve our customers,’ said Heikki Metsälä president of Metso’s Consumables business area manufacturing know-how and engineering capabilities are a good addition to Metso's wear parts portfolio Their employees will bring valuable skills to Metso and we look forward to building on the great partnership we have developed over the years.’ and logistics units in Kokkola and Kalajoki The company’s sales in 2022 were approximately €25 million said: ‘This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our company We have successfully co-operated with Metso for many years and we are now excited to become part of an international company ‘We are confident that our expertise and products will align well with Metso's loading and hauling offering This acquisition will benefit our customers and employees The acquisition is expected to be finalized in August 2023 Both parties have agreed not to disclose the transaction value which is said to have no material impact on Metso’s financials jobs events and articles direct to your inbox Subscribe Here Agg-Net is the ‘go-to’ website for key decision makers within the aggregates and recycling industries market reports and industry features provide an independent and informed voice for the industry Agg-Net is the official digital partner for Hillhead providing unrivalled coverage of our June event 7 Regent StreetNottinghamNG1 5BSUnited KingdomTel: +44 (0)115 941 1315 finishing one-point shy of a perfect score Written by Phil BlechmanLast updated on June 26th Matt Webb of the United States emerged victorious He won seven events and ranked second in the only outlier [Related: Eddie Hall’s 11-Year-Old Son Can Already Deadlift 265 Pounds] A post shared by Matt Webb (@worlds_strongest_matt) [Related: Add 100 Pounds to Your Deadlift in 3 Months: Advice From 2023 World’s Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper] Below are the results for each of the eight contested events in Finland: The Deadlift event was performed in two-athlete heats for reps with a 300-kilogram vehicle each strongman attempted max reps with a 140-kilogram press Each strongman had 60 seconds to toss five implements ranging from 20 to 28 kilograms over a 4.3-meter bar in the fastest possible time each strongman carried a 280-kilogram frame as quickly as possible and a single attempt for each strongman with 60 seconds on the clock The medley comprised three implements ranging from 130 to 150 kilograms Each strongman had one minute to lift each overhead to the satisfaction of the head judge Each strongman carried a 140-kilogram sack down a 40-meter course in the fastest possible time had to be loaded as quickly as possible within the 60-second time cap Featured image: @worlds_strongest_matt on Instagram Phil is a native New Yorker passionate about storytelling The views expressed on this site may come from individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the view of BarBend or any other organization BarBend is the Official Media Partner of USA Weightlifting Copyright © 2025 · BarBend Inc · Sitemap experienced warm temperatures on Sunday – but the forecast calls for snow and lows of -11C later in the week Open image viewerFloodwaters in the village of Niemelänkylä in Ylivieska Image: Janne KörkköYle News14.4.2024 13:49In Northern Ostrobothnia officials warned of flooding around the Kalajoki river as snow and ice thaw amid rising temperatures Water levels were expected to rise further on Sunday especially in the village of Niemelänkylä in Ylivieska the North Ostrobothnia Rescue Service said in a press release The Kalajoki river has overflowed its banks this weekend in the municipalities of Ylivieska Three people had to be evacuated on Saturday night from Niemelänkylä The rescue service predicted that floodwaters would peak on Sunday and Monday The critical flood situation in the Kalajoki Valley took a new turn on Saturday afternoon when two ice dams in the river collapsed in Alavieska Residents of a few houses were evacuated at that point The Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI) forecast calls for more mild weather with rain or sleet in some areas on Sunday Daytime highs on Sunday may reach 12 degrees Celsius in some western areas and up to 10 degrees in North Ostrobothnia Temperatures on Monday will be cooler but still above freezing throughout the country except in the far northwestern arm of Finnish Lapland The long-term forecast calls for temperatures to plunge back down to -11 in North Ostrobothnia by Friday Yle meteorologist Nina Karusto said that snow is likely even in southern parts of the country next week a joint service of the FMI and the Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) has issued warnings of local flooding in many parts of western Finland in the next few days The highest amber alert levels are in Ostrobothnia South Ostrobothnia and the western part of North Ostrobothnia Users with an Yle ID can leave comments on our news stories. 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You can view it at the link below:View PDFIf you can not access the report, please contact ariana.lynn@thefastmode.com Get updates and alertsdelivered to your inbox Summer is the best time to explore Finland on the road whether you're travelling by bike the weather is warm but typically not too hot and there are over 450,000 kilometres of roads to traverse you’ll find five unique road trips from arctic Lapland to the South Coast of Finland .css-vfy9ip{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;margin-top:1.6rem;width:100%;}INTRODUCTION the Arctic nature in the very northern tip of Finnish Lapland undergoes a breath-taking transformation the region is bathed in the soft glow of the midnight sun casting a warm and ethereal light over the tundra This is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable summer road trip a unique hiking spot out in the wilderness The drive from Utsjoki to Nuorgam along the iconic River Teno is one for the books Read more about this road trip at laplandnorth.fi. and essentials of Finnish culture (7 days)INTRODUCTION in the summer is a paradise of natural beauty and tranquillity and rolling hills create a picturesque backdrop for road trips – both long and short The next day, continue towards nearby town of Lappeenranta, where you can visit the Lappeenranta Fortress Finland’s oldest Orthodox church is also located on the Fortress premises The next day carry on towards Rantasalmi where you’ll find the unique lake spa Järvisydän and the luxurious Kuru Resort you can go on a guided lake safari to spot the rare Saimaa Ringed Seal don’t miss the annual Kuopio Wine Festival or the iconic Kuopio Dance Festival in June and July For more information about this road trip and additional places to visit, go to visitkarelia.fi. Rice-filled karelian pies ("karjalanpiirakka" in Finnish) are a local delicacy originating from the Karelia region aitojamakuja.fiLake and steamboat cruises are a must-try when travelling around eastern Finland in the summer Credits: Jaakko Posti Manoeuvre to the masters near HelsinkiRoad trip 3: Lake Tuusula – immerse yourself in Finnish art history (1 day)INTRODUCTION This one-day route takes you just north of Helsinki to Lake Tuusula (“Tuusulanjärvi” in Finnish) Lake Tuusula is a picturesque freshwater lake known for its natural beauty and historical significance The lake has long been a source of inspiration for Finnish artists and writers including the renowned composer Jean Sibelius Ahola exhibits the life Soldan-Brofeld and her husband the former residence of the Finnish painter Pekka Halonen situated on a picturesque cape overlooking Lake Tuusula along with the preserved interiors and personal belongings Last stop on this cultural tour is Aleksis Kivi Memorial Cottage This modest wooden cottage served as the final home of the renowned Finnish author The cottage has been preserved as a museum offering visitors a glimpse into the life and literary contributions of Kivi who is considered the father of modern Finnish literature In addition to the museums and historical point-of-interest, Lake Tuusula is also home to many charming restaurants, cafés, and places to stay Try Hotel Gustavelund for a Alvar and Aino Aalto inspired stay For everything you need to know about Lake Tuusula, go to visittuusulanjarvi.fi. is one of the most famous destinations to visit in Lake Tuusula.In the Lake Tuusula area you can see how many influential Finnish artists like the painter of the famous Koli landscape Eero Järnefelt Credits: Eero Järnefelt / Ateneum Hit the historic roads in the South CoastRoad trip 4: South Coast – Ironworks villages This road trip near the South Coast takes you on a journey to Finnish industrial history and design Finnish design history is characterized by its emphasis on simplicity and functionality Influenced by the principles of modernism and Scandinavian design Finnish designers have made significant contributions to various fields from furniture This journey celebrates the history of design and craftsmanship in Finland These villages played a crucial role in Finland's industrial development and shaped the local culture and heritage From the Fiskars-Billnäs area, continue the journey north to Karkkila and the Högfors ironworks. Here you’ll find Ala-Emali, a recently revived factory area where you’ll find small artisanal boutiques, a tasty restaurant and bar, a quaint public sauna, Uuni run by internationally acclaimed movie director Aki Kaurismäki ja author Mika Lätti Iittala is 30 minutes north of Riihimäki via highway E12 Those looking to dive deep into Finnish history can finish the road trip by visiting Hämeen Härkätie, Häme Ox Road This road that goes from Tammela to Turku – or vice versa – is one of the oldest roads in Finland The 160-kilometer journey was once travelled on horses or by foot and it served as a route for transporting weapons as well as transporting fur and medicinal herbs back to the coast are not only the home of interesting industrial history but also lovely cafés and restaurants is also a city in Finland with a must-visit glass factory Get a glimpse of the Baltic Sea in the West CoastRoad trip 5: West Coast from Pori to Oulu – beaches Finland's West Coast is a captivating region renowned for its picturesque archipelago and a thriving culture of coastal traditions making it a delightful destination for exploration and relaxation with its wooden buildings and cobblestone streets offers a glimpse into the past and showcases the town's unique architectural heritage it’s time to stretch your legs and relax on the beach – there is 15 kilometres of soft golden sand and shallow waters to enjoy also known as the Pearl of the Bothnian Bay and even visit an old lighthouse from the 1800s there are multiple options from cottage and hotel accommodation to farm and guest houses This route will pass via many of Finland's best beaches You'll find many unique wooden towns along this route Credits: Juho Kuva.css-grat5o{position:relative;width:100%;display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:column;-ms-flex-direction:column;flex-direction:column;-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;overflow:visible;}.css-94pduv{position:relative;display:grid;width:100%;justify-items:center;grid-template-columns:repeat(4 1fr);grid-auto-rows:auto;max-width:none;-webkit-column-gap:0;column-gap:0;padding:0 0 0 0;}.css-1dt7hju>*{position:relative;}@media screen and (min-width: 600px){.css-1dt7hju{grid-template-columns:repeat(4 1fr);max-width:none;-webkit-column-gap:0;column-gap:0;padding:0 0 0 0;}}@media screen and (min-width: 900px){.css-1dt7hju{grid-template-columns:repeat(12 1fr);max-width:none;-webkit-column-gap:0;column-gap:0;padding:0 0 0 0;}}@media screen and (min-width: 1024px){.css-1dt7hju{grid-template-columns:repeat(12 1fr);max-width:none;-webkit-column-gap:0;column-gap:0;padding:0 0 0 0;}}@media screen and (min-width: 1440px){.css-1dt7hju{grid-template-columns:repeat(12 Cycling holiday in FinlandDid you know that Finland is a great holiday desti... 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UNESCO Global Geoparks in FinlandFrom landscapes sculpted by water to marshlands an... one injured in Kalajoki car crashThree young men died and one passenger was injured in a serious accident on Saturday Open image viewerThe car flipped onto its roof after a violent swerve Image: Tomi Hirvinen / LehtikuvaYle News13.10.2018 12:06•Updated 13.10.2018 16:36Three young men were killed early on Saturday when the car they were traveling in swerved off the road in Kalajoki A fourth male passenger was severely injured but survived All four men were from Kalajoki and were born in the 2000s Detective chief inspector Jan Sormunen from the Oulu police said that the driver was 18 years old The deceased driver and one of the deceased passengers were brothers The injured teen was admitted to the Oulu University Hospital after the accident His injuries are unknown and police have yet to question him about the crash Open image viewerThe deadly crash occurred near the city of Kalajoki in Northern Ostrobothnia Image: Yle UutisgrafiikkaDriver lost control car flippedPolice said that the car had swerved off the Ylivieskantie road crashed into a traffic barrier drum and careened 50 meters into a ditch on a road with a maximum speed of 100 km/h The reason for the accident is not yet known The Safety Investigation Authority and police are investigating the crash as aggravated traffic endangerment aggravated manslaughter and grievous bodily harm Kalajoki is a small municipality of just 12,000 inhabitants Local pastor Kari Lauri told tabloid Ilta-Sanomat that a tragedy such as this affects everyone in his parish "Something this serious gives us all pause We are surrounded by sorrow," Lauri said The pastor said that the Kalajoki church would be open on Monday and parish employees would be available for counseling concerning the crash A public service will be held in memory of the deceased on Tuesday or Wednesday Edit: Added information on victims' family relation and the speed of the vehicle Most of Finland’s estimated 200 or so wolves live in northern and eastern parts of the country but there are small but growing populations in the south and west as well are increasingly worried about wolves encroaching into residential areas there have been more than 100 reports of wolves intruding in people’s yards in the municipalities of Kalajoki The Kalajoki Valley region is home to several wolf packs The figures are based on data collected by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) two wolves have been shot under special permits with the most recent on the border of Ylivieska and Sievi last weekend four wolves have been killed under such permits They have been granted by local police in cases of repeated visits to yards and preying on sheep and cattle All the individuals shot have been healthy such frequent appearances near homes are quite rare “Before last weekend’s shooting the animals were visiting people’s gardens on a nearly-daily basis,” says Keijo Kapiainen the agency’s game manager for the Oulu region “More than 100 visits to yards is an exceptionally large number,” he adds Kapiainen says there is no single clear reason for the local wolves’ fearlessness around human habitation He does not believe it is primarily driven by the search for food “Maybe the wolves’ territory has been formed in a settled area In that case animals just move around wherever their territory is There is a similar situation in a heavily-populated area of south-western Finland where the number of yard visits has also risen since there have been so many sightings in the area,” suggests Kapiainen The Kalajoki Valley region includes some densely-populated parts which originally attracted the large canines into the area At least one municipality in the area has considered it necessary to arrange special transport for schoolchildren due to the fear of wolves However Kapiainen expects the situation to calm down now “We’re keeping an eye on the wolves’ movements Of course we hope that these culls will have an impact,” he tells Yle There is also a healthy wolf population in Pedersöre Local game officials said last week that a herd of some 40 rare Finnish forest reindeer has moved into the municipality threatened subspecies of reindeer has not been seen in the area since the 1780s They are believed to have spread from Perho to the south-east where a small number were released into the wild in the 1980s Canada: More Grizzlies and wolves moving north to High Arctic Finland: Flash, bang – no more wolves at the door in Finland Norway: Pet passports needed between Sweden and Norway Russia:  Are wolves from illegal Russian kennel in Finland? Sweden: More wolves can be culled after Supreme Court decision United States: U.S. House lifts restrictions on predator hunting in Alaska refuges For more news from Finland visit Yle News and website in this browser for the next time I comment HELSINKI FINLAND JUser: :_load: Unable to load user with ID: 58 The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) believes fur farming in its current form is causing a constant pandemic risk should be allowed to continue only if fur farms ramp up their biosafety and hygiene measures to the same level as food producers THE FINNISH INSTITUTE for Health and Welfare (THL) in November stated that fur farming in its current form constitutes a constant pandemic risk In a statement submitted to the Parliament’s Agriculture and Forestry Committee THL argued that fur farming should be allowed only if fur farms ramp up their biosafety and hygiene measures to reduce the risk of infections at least to the level required from food producers the Finnish government should not only ban fur farming but also work toward a ban at the EU level “Currently fur farming is posing too great a risk to human lives and health due to the pandemic risk,” Otto Helve the director of the public health division at THL commented in a press release on 15 November a highly pathogenic variant of the avian influenza caused infections at dozens of fur farms in Finland in 2023 The infections prompted health authorities to order the farms to cull tens of thousands of foxes minks and common raccoon dogs over concerns that the animals could function as an intermediary host allowing the virus to mutate into a strain that can transmit to humans This year, the variant has caused wide-scale epidemics at cattle farms in North America, the institute reminded later in November It described the situation as “unusual” as the virus has caused infections not only in poultry but also in dairy cattle with infections confirmed in over 500 cattle farms in 15 states across the US the number of humans infected by the variant has also increased noticeably from previous years Advertisement inquiries and other after-sales issues: info@helsinkitimes.fi Helsinki Times is the first and only English language newspaper providing news about Finland in English A weekly print edition of Helsinki Times was published from March 2007 up until Feb Helsinki Times is an online-only publication and other groups and individuals interested in Finland from all around the world © Helsinki Times All rights reserved.  Terms of Use | Privacy Policy Sign In Register Finland and immigrated to Canada at nine years old Three in their family married three in the Paul family All cousins could pass as sisters or brothers The family always attended Knox United Church (Pruden Street) He was a volunteer caretaker at Knox United for 15 years until closing he did renovations with family and friends Our sincere thanks goes out to TBRHSC and St Joseph’s 4N for all their caring and kindness A service will be held at Westminster United Church Donations may be made to Westminster United Church Condolences may be made through www.nwfainc.com Having impressive dance skills is one thing but being able to show them off in weird and wonderful locations is something else Prepare to be blown away by these talented movers as they get their boogie on in the most unexpected of places AT THE AIRPORTBummed that she couldn't go home to visit her family for the holidays Angela Trimbur chose not to succumb to sadness the spirited Trimbur decided to bring a bit of light to the travelers at LAX airport with her joyful moves IN THE SKYYou've heard of freestyle dancing but these adrenaline-seeking skydivers take things to a whole new level with their Freefly Boogie Shot over the blue skies and sandy beaches of Kalajoki in Finland during a local X Games event these daredevils have the time of their lives as they get on down - literally 3. ALL AROUND THE WORLDMatt Harding caught the travel bug, and this video goes to show how much fun he's having. The world’s most unapologetic bad dancer can be seen having the time of his life bopping away with locals in around 80 towns and cities. Read all about his story on Where the Hell is Matt 4. ON THE TREADMILLKnown as the Treadmill Dancer, Florida native Marcus Dorsey likes to show off his impressive dance skills at the local gym while working out. His signature moves are so eye-catching that his routines have been shown on national television, and he even has his own website dedicated to the art of treadmill dancing Cleveland Cavalier NBA player and 2012 Rookie of the Year Kyrie took a trip with UNICEF to support their educational initiatives in South Africa Irving had the chance to show off some of his fancy foot stepping even participating in a fun dance off with one of the students The 62-year old New York native has been directing traffic on the bustling Manhattan streets for more than thirty-three years Hutchinson started dancing as a way to maintain her confidence and deal with the fear With a little bit of shaking and shimmying the veteran traffic cop keeps herself and those around her happy -  making the streets of New York a safer and groovier place to be AT THE GREAT WALL OF CHINADubstep genius Marquese Scott takes his skills to the Far East in this clip titled “Dreamer Dubstep” which sees him shaking what he’s got  while at The Great Wall of China The clip opens with Marques and a friend acting through some dialogue from the movie Inception and then cuts to him showing off his gravity defying dance moves at the ancient site RELATED:5 of the Best Flash Mobs Ever!7 Videos That Will Stir the Dancer in You [LIST] Thank you for signing up.Expect to hear from us very soon T:Teksti: At the gates of the Kalajoki airfield in Northern Ostrobothnia there is a sprawling line of cars tens of metres long waiting to enter A steady stream of vehicles pours in from the nearby highway Cars from the auto manufacturer’s 2 series Sporty coupés and bulky station wagons gleam side by side in the sun Lined up are BMWs worth twenty thousand euros and BMWs worth eighty thousand euros but most importantly bearing the brand’s most recognisable symbols: the BMW logo in blue and white It is the largest event in the Nordics for BMW aficionados organised by the Bimmer Tuning Club of Finland for the 16th time The airfield will host 1,700 cars and over 7,000 guests over one weekend Nothing on the road beats those three letters Most teens living in rural areas sign up for driving classes the moment they can that the ride can easily become an all-encompassing part of their identity ”Cars are associated with maintaining daily routines which is most likely why they play such a strong role in identity-building,” believes sociologist Timo Kalanti Kalanti’s doctoral dissertation Body and Iron: Essays on the Socialness of Objects (2009) studied how people build emotional attachments to inanimate objects Kalanti writes that a person’s romantic self needs space to nurture mental images and emotions; a time and place where the individual is in full control A safe harbour in a world where the self’s autonomy feels constantly threatened and provides the electric warmth of a mechanical womb A private space and a vehicle with which to escape from the world Because parking at the Bimmerparty venue is BMW only The vice chair of Bimmer Tuning Club of Finland Jussi Manni kindly offers us a ride around the area in his sporty BMW The Kalajoki airfield is not particularly large but everyone seems to insist on cruising around in their cars – except in the evenings young men spend most of their weekends in their cars driving or in garages fixing them They listen to music by the band Scooter and other European chart toppers wrote the director of the Family Federation of Finland Everything at this year’s Bimmerpaty suggests it could still easily be 2001 The headliner for tonight is 90’s Swedish Eurodance group Solid Base A massive sound system thunders classic Scooter hits: A revving engine and the thump of the bass deep in your chest – a love as strong as that does not just die out in a decade or two when there are people that believe in a shared experience and celebrate it together You don’t need to be afraid of getting into a fight at Bimmerparty says one man sunbathing shirtless next to this parked car But why has one German car brand become the totem of this Kalajoki clique Kalanti estimates that the myth surrounding the brand was born on German autobahns while Mercedes-Bentz oozes a conservative rigidity and wealth PhD candidate from the University of Turku has studied car forums for his dissertation on market research He cannot place a finger on why motorheads grow so fond of a single brand He thinks some brands just ”stick” without rational reasoning They spend a lot of time and money to design every minute detail from how their seats smell to how their closing doors sound hoping to arouse the subconscious desires of drivers All of this has an effect on how the community experiences their shared totem References: Timo Kalanti: ”Autoilukokemus: Mekanisoitu liike ja virtualisoituva maisema” (Helsinki University of Technology and Kalle Toiskallio (ed.): ”Viettelyksen vaunu: Autoilukulttuurin muutos Suomessa” (Finnish Literature Society Translated by Melissa Heikkilä. 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Neljä kertaa vuodessa ilmestyvä Ylioppilaslehti kertoo yhteiskunnan ja kulttuurin ilmiöistä ennen kuin muut ovat ehtineet niihin havahtua Ylioppilaslehti on maailman vanhimpiin ja laajalevikkisimpiin lukeutuva suomenkielinen opiskelijalehti Lehden paperiversion painos on noin 25 000 kaikkiin Suomen lukioihin jaettavissa abinumeroissa jopa noin 50 000 kappaletta Verkko-Ylioppilaslehdellä on puolestaan kymmeniätuhansia viikkolukijoita ja sitä luetaan liki viidestäkymmenestä maasta Valtaosa Ylioppilaslehden lukijoista on Helsingin yliopiston opiskelijoita sillä lehden saa kotiinsa jokainen perustutkinto-opiskelija tai ylioppilaskuntaan erikseen liittynyt jatko-opiskelija Telinejakelussa lehti on myös Taideyliopiston Turun yliopiston sekä Vaasan yliopiston kampuksilla Lehtitelineitä löytyy myös Helsingin keskustasta Instagram TIKTOK UUTISKIRJE The requested URL was not found on this server. with levels rising fast in many local rivers as melting winter ice breaks up and creates natural dams Authorities say the situation is worst in the Laihianjoki and Kalajoki areas Housing costs in Finland are rising at an unprecedented pace according to a recent study by the Finnish Homeowners Association The study found that local fees and charges are continuing to rise with the highest increase in housing costs occurring in Kalajoki in the province of Northern Ostrobothnia where costs have risen by almost €3,700 ($4,400) in just one year housing costs have risen by €1,671 ($1,989) in the past year The rise in housing costs and the large differences between municipalities are primarily due to the increase in the price of electricity which has risen by an average of 46% from a year ago Waste disposal charges have increased by an average of 6.7% The most expensive municipality for housing costs was Laukaa in the Jyväskylä region The next most expensive municipalities were Lempäälä The study compared 100 municipalities across Finland The cheapest municipality was Kittilä in Lapland where housing costs are €4,681 ($5,573) per year the difference between the cheapest and most expensive municipalities is €3,785 ($4,502) per year This difference has increased slightly from last year when it was €3,361 ($3,996) emphasized that policymakers must take action to reduce housing costs during the next parliamentary term an increasing proportion of people's available income is going towards basic needs such as electricity When combined with rapidly rising mortgage rates and increasing repair costs due to future building energy efficiency obligations the cost of housing and its rise becomes unsustainable," Silander said The sharp rise in electricity transmission costs in recent years appears to have slowed which Silander considers a step in the right direction and unreasonable profits must be eliminated," she said The study also found significant differences between municipalities in other costs The highest water charges are now paid in Parikkala where the cost is €1,651 ($1,965) per year while the lowest water charges are in Kempele at €549 ($653) per year The highest waste disposal charges are in Asikkala and Heinola are in Tampere and its neighboring municipalities of Kangasala The transition to municipal waste management has reduced costs in some municipalities The study highlights the importance of government action to address rising housing costs and promote more affordable housing Six more players have moved on from the Elite League as speculation towards cancellation of the new season continues to grow Three Nottingham Panthers players and one each from Glasgow Clan Dundee Stars and Cardiff Devils were all announced to have left their clubs from last season as Tuesday’s decision day gets ever closer Shawn Boutin has departing the Stars after two years to sign for ECHL side Rapid City Rush where he’ll team up with two former Elite League campaigners in Mike Hedden formerly of Cardiff Devils and ex-Stars captain Joey Sides Nottingham Panthers announced the retirement of veteran forward Jullien Talbot The two-time DEL champion joined from Eispiraten Crimmitschau and picked up 34 points in 39 games for the club but has now decided the time is right to end his career now WATCH: Shawn Boutin was a guest on Dundee Stars TV to bid farewell Panthers also saw departures for defenceman Adam Deutsch who returns to Strömsbro in the Swedish third tier where he started his career in the youth system He’ll play alongside his two brother David and Gabriel as well in an opportunity he described as “once in a lifetime.” Young D-man Joshua Tetlow has also moved on to play in Finland where he’s joined third tier side  JHT Kalajoki The 22-year-old said: “I’m coming to Kalajoki because the team is high quality and youthful I believe I’m perfect for the team and I can help the team with my contribution as well as trying to learn as much as possible and bring hard work ethic and attitude to the team.  BREAKING: Sam Duggan takes year out to spend 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The city of Kalajoki and the fans of JHT seem amazing so I can’t wait to see you.” After seeing Gleason Fournier and Evan Mosey move, Cardiff Devils confirmed their British forward Sam Duggan is also leaving for a year where he’s joined Swedish side Segeltorps IF. It’s not the first time Duggan has played in Sweden, after playing in Orebro for four years between 2014 and 2018 prior to his move to the Elite League. In Glasgow, Rasmus Bjerrum has left after two years, returning to his native Denmark, where he’s signed for Esbjerg Energy. Bjerrum had previously played with Odense Bulldogs prior to his move to the UK and will play alongside former Coventry Blaze and Dundee forward Charles Corcoran. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Why does it feel like Paul Thompson has something to prove after his appointment as... 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Bristol Pitbulls have announced the signing of two-time Elite League winner and Great Britain... getting bugged and disappearing snowDomestic outlets explore the problems posed by Finland's English-language university programmes Ndomo argued there was no reason for Finland to want to attract foreign university students to English-language programmes because it's almost impossible for these graduates to find a job in their field where only English proficiency would suffice there still aren't many expert positions where the Finnish language wouldn't matter," Nina Kalajoki of HR consultancy MPS told HS Currently a student coming to study at a Finnish university doesn't necessarily need to take a single Finnish language course At the same time 90 percent of jobs require Finnish skills "It doesn't make any sense that we're educating people for free for other European countries," said Mikko Räsänen a migration specialist at the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) Ndomo's research also argued that immigrants in Finland especially those coming from African countries are an "underclass" in the Nordic country and that prospective employers use the Finnish language as an excuse not to hire them In recent weeks, papers in Finland have reported a surge in scabies cases across the country. Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) recently saidOpens an external website the capital region was in the midst of a scabies epidemic According to Ilta-SanomatOpens an external website some sufferers have travelled to Sweden to get different creams after the permethrin treatment recommended in Finland did not rid them of the troublesome mites Some readers have also speculated that permethrin cream no longer works on scabies mites IS quotes HUS skin disease specialist Katariina Hannula-Jouppi as saying that while there is no undisputed scientific evidence of permethrin cream resistance yet Finland is seeing light rain and snow on Thursday and more wet weather is on the way next week, according to IltalehtiOpens an external website reaching above freezing temperatures as far north as central Lapland Foreca meteorologist Anna Latvala told IL that the snow cover is decreasing the most in the southern part of the country where snow depths may lose more than 10 centimetres this week Users with an Yle ID can leave comments on our news stories. 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Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. partly due to windy conditions and low electricity prices Open image viewerOlder wind farms such as this one in Kalajoki Image: Timo Nykyri / YleYle News12.7.2020 14:03Finland's energy watchdog estimates that renewable energy subsidies will soar by nearly a third this year which are being phased out over the next decade The Energy Authority estimates that renewable energy feed-in tariffs will rise to a record 335 million euros this year That is over 100 million euros more than last year If the price of electricity stays under 30 euros per megawatt-hour (MWh) and wind power production remains around the same level as the past few years spending on feed-in tariffs will climb to about 335 million euros More than 95 percent of that goes to wind power Last year the corresponding figure was just over 228 million euros "This year's figure is being primarily impacted by two factors: the low price of electricity and the windy start to the year," says Pekka Ripatti head of the renewable energy team at the Energy Authority It is a licensing and regulatory authority tasked with enforcing Finnish and European energy and climate policies Strong winds lead to higher power production utilities are eligible for the maximum level of subsidies The subsidies date back to the early years of wind power in Finland when the state aimed to foster the fledgling industry before it became broadly profitable under market conditions Higher use of wind power lowers both the country's greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on foreign energy Finland still lags behind its Nordic neighbours in wind power capacity Companies are eligible for the subsidies for 12 years from the beginning of operations of turbines that went online between 2011 and 2017 This covers about 750 turbines at 125 sites They will begin to drop out of the subsidy system in 2023 and by 2030 the industry will be entirely self-sufficient Newer wind farms built since 2018 are larger and more efficient and able to operate profitably without state support The energy watchdog says that due to blustery conditions, Finland's wind power generation was nearly 40 percent higher in early 2020 than a year earlier. On a stormy day in February, for instance, Finland's electricity price went briefly into negative territory meaning that customers were in effect paid to use power "It's always worthwhile generating wind power And that's why it's also the primary alternative for electricity production," explains Professor Peter Lund a renewable energy expert at Aalto University "The price of electricity drops due to the abundant supply of wind power when there is a lot of wind power generation feed-in tariffs also rise," Lund says While the subsidies are paid out of tax revenues both Lund and Ripatti say they have been effective in helping the industry get off the ground and a financial plus for society "Thanks to the expansion of wind power consumers' electricity bills have declined by more than has been paid out in subsidies," says Ripatti as much as 30 percent of the five Nordic countries' electricity will come from wind power In Finland the figure is now just under 10 percent According to a report published in May by the intergovernmental Nordic Energy ResearchOpens an external website think-tank "the Nordics are on track to a fully carbon-neutral electricity sector by 2050 driven by the fall of fossil fuel use and the increased production of You can watch the video after accepting targeting cookies To use the chat, you need to accept functional cookies. Located in Kalajoki (Juurakko 40 MW) and in Oulainen (Karahka around 150 MW) in North Ostrobothnia, the wind farms will have a total of 32 turbines. The Juurakko wind farm is currently under construction. The turbines arrived on site already in June, and the farm is scheduled for completion during 2022. The construction work at Karahka will start in autumn 2022, and the wind farm is scheduled for completion at the end of 2024. Helen is the majority shareholder of the wind farms. “We are extremely happy that it is possible to buy electricity produced in wind farms, which we have developed and constructed in Finland, via a Finnish energy company. Due to the global situation, increasing domestic energy production is more important than ever. We are glad that our partner with Juurakko and Karahka is a long-standing Finnish energy company such as Helen together with Ålandsbanken,” says Seppo Tallgren, Managing Director of VSB Uusiutuva Energia Suomi Oy. Animal welfare violations common at fur farmsPublished 20122012Fur farms open doors to the publicPublished 20112011Sources: Yle