Yle News: Housing prices keep falling, except in northern Finland
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Finland sees decline in number of first graders starting school
Approximately 50,000 children will begin their first year of basic education in Finland this August, marking a continued decrease in the number of first graders. The Finnish National Agency for Education reports that this year’s intake is around 1,000 fewer than in 2023 (Yle, MTV Uutiset). The
Police Clear Three Men Suspected of Environmental Damage Near Pori Explosives Factory
Three men detained in early July near the Forcit explosives factory construction site in Noormarkku, Pori, have been cleared of all criminal suspicions after police investigations concluded that no environmental crime was committed. The men were initially suspected of dumping a harmful substance on the ground, but laboratory tests determined
Stormwater Sewer Repair Accident Causes Street Closure in Helsinki
A section of Sturenkatu in Helsinki has been closed to traffic following an incident during stormwater sewer repairs. The closure affects both sides of the street west of Mäkelänkatu, disrupting movement in both directions. The Helsinki Rescue Department received an emergency call at 13:44 regarding the incident, which occurred
Major Fire Erupts in Mäntsälä Industrial Area
A significant fire has engulfed an industrial building in Mäntsälä, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The Central Uusimaa Rescue Department received an alert at approximately 12:50 PM, with the incident located on Päivärinnepolku (also referred to as Päivärinne Road). The affected area hosts several businesses, including car dealerships,