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Abolish the 4th grade due to lack of space and gender imbalance

A school in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, has decided to eliminate its 4th-grade class due to space constraints and a significant gender imbalance.

Mar 21 • 22:33 UTC
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Fire in Batteries at Hringrás

A fire broke out in batteries at Hringrás in Hafnarfjörður, but fire crews quickly contained it with no danger of spreading.

Mar 20 • 07:14 UTC
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Hit by a school bus

A school bus was hit in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, but there were no serious injuries reported.

Mar 17 • 17:36 UTC
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Fire broke out in coffee roaster

A minor fire occurred in a coffee roaster at the Tes headquarters in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, with no injuries reported and the fire simply allowed to burn out.

Mar 17 • 11:31 UTC
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Bus Fire in Hafnarfjörður

A bus caught fire in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, while being transported, with no injuries reported as the vehicle was unoccupied.

Mar 16 • 15:28 UTC
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Rúta burned to cold coals in Hafnarfjörður

A bus caught fire in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Mar 16 • 15:27 UTC
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National & Local

Fire broke out in a bus in Hafnarfjörður

A bus caught fire in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Mar 16 • 15:27 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Stabbed with a screwdriver at Steinhella

A man was stabbed with a screwdriver during a brawl in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, leading to police involvement and an investigation.

Mar 12 • 16:38 UTC
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National & Local

The Mayor Leads the Progressives in Hafnarfjörður

The mayor of Hafnarfjörður is at the forefront of the Progressive Party's efforts in the upcoming local elections.

Mar 11 • 09:10 UTC
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Defector from the Social Democratic Alliance takes the second place in the Progressive Party

Kolbrún Magnúsdóttir, a recent defector from the Social Democratic Alliance, secures the second spot on the Progressive Party's electoral list for the upcoming municipal elections in Hafnarfjörður.

Mar 11 • 08:56 UTC
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The Disputed Principal Will Not Return

The principal of Víðistaðaskóli in Hafnarfjörður, Dagný Kristinsdóttir, will not return to her position after being placed on leave during an investigation.

Mar 10 • 11:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Detention of alleged child rapist extended

The detention of an alleged child rapist in Hafnarfjörður has been extended until April 3, 2026.

Mar 9 • 10:34 UTC
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National & Local

Three-car collision on Hafnarfjarðarvegur

A three-car accident occurred on Hafnarfjarðarvegur in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Mar 7 • 21:39 UTC
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Three-car collision occurred on Hafnarfjörður road at Arnarnes

A three-car collision occurred on the Hafnarfjörður road at Arnarnes, involving no serious injuries but causing temporary road closure.

Mar 7 • 21:06 UTC
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The Middle Party introduces the top four candidates on the party list in Hafnarfjörður

The Middle Party has unveiled its top four candidates for the upcoming municipal elections in Hafnarfjörður.

Mar 5 • 13:10 UTC
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A Hole in the Road Took Four Cars Out of Traffic on a Neglected Section

A significant pothole on Elliðavatnsveg in Hafnarfjörður caused four cars to be taken out of traffic due to the dangerous road conditions.

Mar 4 • 22:28 UTC
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Every other girl asked for nude photos and receives pornographic messages

A youth conference in Hafnarfjörður addressed the alarming prevalence of sexual violence and coercion among teenagers, with many girls reporting unsolicited requests for nude images.

Mar 4 • 19:31 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Investigating Deprivation of Liberty and Drug Trafficking

The police in the Reykjavik metropolitan area are investigating cases of deprivation of liberty and drug trafficking in Hafnarfjörður and Garðabær.

Mar 4 • 16:48 UTC
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Rósa in the honorary position of the Independence Party in Hafnarfjörður

Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir has been named first on the Independence Party's list for the upcoming municipal elections in Hafnarfjörður.

Mar 4 • 13:20 UTC
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The list of candidates for Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður has been published

The candidates for the Viðreisn party in Hafnarfjörður have been officially announced.

Mar 3 • 22:49 UTC
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Karólína Helga leads Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður

Karólína Helga Símonardóttir will lead the Viðreisn party's list in Hafnarfjörður for the upcoming elections, showcasing a focus on diversity and a mix of experience and new voices.

Mar 3 • 22:13 UTC
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Einar Geir heads the Centre Party in Hafnarfjörður

Einar Geir Þorsteinsson has been appointed to lead the Centre Party's list in Hafnarfjörður according to the party's nomination committee.

Mar 3 • 18:36 UTC
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Einar Geir leads the Midflokkinn in Hafnarfjörður

Einar Geir has been announced as the leader of the Midflokkinn party in Hafnarfjörður.

Mar 3 • 17:51 UTC
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Increased Hardship Reflected in Treatment of Wage Workers by Hafnarfjörður Municipality

The Hafnarfjörður Municipality is facing criticism for allegedly ignoring a court ruling regarding unpaid employee benefits.

Mar 3 • 08:52 UTC
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It took more than three hours to extinguish the fire

A significant fire in an industrial area of Hafnarfjörður took over three hours to extinguish, with no injuries reported.

Mar 2 • 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

Fire in the industrial area of Hafnarfjörður

A fire broke out in the industrial area of Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Mar 2 • 13:30 UTC
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National & Local

Fire in industrial building in Hafnarfjörður

A fire has broken out in an industrial facility located in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Mar 2 • 13:30 UTC
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The list of candidates from Samfylkingin in Hafnarfjörður has been approved - the deputy chairman leads the list

The Samfylkingin party's candidate list for Hafnarfjörður has been approved, with the deputy chairman at the forefront.

Feb 28 • 15:16 UTC
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Guðmundur Árni Leads the List

Guðmundur Árni Stefánsson continues to lead the list of the Samfylkingin party in Hafnarfjörður ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 28 • 14:14 UTC
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Haukar in the finals after victory in front of a full hall of Hafnfirðings

Haukar has advanced to the finals following a significant win in a packed venue full of local supporters from Hafnarfjörður.

Feb 26 • 19:42 UTC
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Do not drive too fast even if the speed does not say everything

Multiple vehicles were damaged by a snow removal machine driving against traffic on Hafnarfjarðarvegur in Iceland, prompting an investigation by the Road Administration.

Feb 26 • 12:02 UTC
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Drove into a white wall: "At best, a serious negligence"

A driver faces damages caused by a snowplow's reckless operation on Hafnarfjarðarveg, which could have led to serious accidents.

Feb 26 • 00:07 UTC
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Was hit by a snow wall: 'At best, a serious lack of caution'

A driver's encounter with a snowplow led to significant damage to his vehicle and raised safety concerns on Iceland's roads.

Feb 26 • 00:07 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Renewed detention of suspected child abuser

A man in his fifties has had his detention extended while facing charges of sexual offenses against a minor in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Feb 24 • 14:03 UTC
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Millions Paid in Settlement Payments in Hafnarfjörður

Hafnarfjörður Municipality has paid over five million krónur in settlement payments to three former employees during the current electoral term.

Feb 20 • 13:32 UTC
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Stepped away from candidacy and the answer is no

Hafnarfjörður Mayor Valdimar Víðisson has decided not to run for deputy leadership of the Progressive Party, choosing to focus on his responsibilities in Hafnarfjörður.

Feb 13 • 15:02 UTC
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Assaults, Thefts, and Drug Offenses

The police in the capital region responded to multiple incidents including assaults, thefts, and drug-related crimes in recent days.

Feb 13 • 06:25 UTC
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The Police Are Looking for Hekla

The police in the capital region of Iceland are seeking information about 14-year-old Hekla Agnarsdóttir, who has been reported missing.

Feb 12 • 18:07 UTC
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Considering running for deputy chairman

Valdimar Víðisson, the mayor of Hafnarfjörður, is contemplating a candidacy for the deputy chairmanship of the Progressive Party, with an election set to take place this weekend.

Feb 12 • 16:09 UTC
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Commencement of construction on just over a hundred homes for first-time buyers

Construction has begun on over a hundred homes in Hafnarfjörður aimed at first-time homebuyers, with a significant portion of the units offering shared equity loans.

Feb 10 • 17:42 UTC
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Construction of 390 new apartments in Hafnarfjörður has begun

The construction of 390 new apartments in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, has officially started, aiming to address housing demand in the area.

Feb 10 • 17:40 UTC
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Leaves the Social Democratic Alliance and joins a new party for the elections

Kolbrún Magnúsdóttir, a deputy city council member from the Social Democratic Alliance in Hafnarfjörður, has announced her departure to join the Progressive Party ahead of local elections.

Feb 10 • 09:59 UTC
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Orri Björnsson will become the leader of the Independence Party in Hafnarfjörður

Orri Björnsson has been appointed as the leader of the Independence Party in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Feb 8 • 00:26 UTC
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Orri Björnsson leads the Independence Party list in Hafnarfjörður

Orri Björnsson will lead the Independence Party list in Hafnarfjörður, taking over from Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir following her departure to parliament.

Feb 7 • 22:04 UTC
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Never before have there been so few birds in the streams

Concerns grow among animal welfare advocates about declining bird populations in Hafnarfjörður's streams due to construction work that has drastically reduced water levels.

Feb 5 • 21:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Some boys come and then everything goes to hell

A group of four to six youths assaulted a man in his fifties at a bus stop in Hafnarfjörður, leading to an investigation for aggravated assault.

Jan 31 • 11:42 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man suffers severe bodily injury after attack by youth

A man has sustained severe injuries following an attack by a group of youth, with one being apprehended and the case currently under investigation by the police in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 31 • 09:54 UTC
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Karólína Helga elected leader of Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður

Karólína Helga Símonardóttir has been elected as the leader of Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður, defeating the incumbent leader Jón Ingi Hákonarsyni.

Jan 17 • 21:08 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Did not consider it necessary to remand Helgi Bjart in custody

A district judge ruled that there was no specific necessity to detain Helgi Bjartur Þorvarðarson, who is accused of the sexual assault of a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður, despite strong suspicions against him.

Jan 16 • 15:14 UTC
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Reversal and Helgi Bjartur imprisoned

A man in his fifties, suspected of sexual offenses against a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður, has been remanded in custody for four weeks.

Jan 14 • 22:56 UTC

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