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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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Crime & Justice

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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Crime & Justice

The Hafnarfjörður Case: Question of Whether the Parents' Testimony Was Considered

The article discusses the Hafnarfjörður case involving a man accused of sexual offenses against a ten-year-old boy, who denies the charges but claims memory loss, with a criminologist noting the unusual rejection of the detention request.

Jan 12 • 21:58 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Admits to having abused a girl in Hafnarfjörður

A man accused of raping a girl under the age of fourteen in Hafnarfjörður in October last year has admitted to most of his crimes and is currently in custody for public safety reasons.

Jan 12 • 11:42 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Bad Weather Across the Country and Uncertainty Level in Effect

Severe weather conditions affecting large parts of the country have prompted an uncertainty alert due to avalanche risks, while an individual faces charges related to the assault of a young boy in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 12 • 11:39 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Still under consideration whether the ruling will be appealed

The district prosecutor's office is deciding whether to appeal a court ruling that rejected a request for pre-trial detention of a man suspected of child sexual abuse in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 12 • 10:37 UTC
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Person of the Year and the Fire Department Responded Due to a Swan Frozen Fast

The Fire Department in the capital region assisted a swan that had frozen fast in the ice at a pond in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 12 • 10:17 UTC
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Crime & Justice

A nightmare that I will carry with me for a lifetime

The Reykjanes District Court denied a request for pre-trial detention of Helgi Bjartur Þorvarðarson, who is accused of raping a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður, as he claims innocence while stating he was in a blackout state at the time of the incident.

Jan 12 • 08:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

The Outcome is a Major Blow After Hope Sparked

Parents of a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður are devastated after a district court rejected a request for pretrial detention of a man accused of sexually assaulting their son.

Jan 11 • 14:45 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Conflict Occurred After Theft in Store for the Second Time on the Same Day

A man was involved in two theft incidents at a Nettó store in Hafnarfjörður, leading to a confrontation with an employee.

Jan 10 • 13:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Detention request for suspected child molester rejected

A district court has denied a detention request for a man accused of sexually assaulting a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður last September.

Jan 9 • 21:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Charged with Rape of a Boy in Hafnarfjörður

A man in his fifties has been charged with the rape of a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður last September, with the prosecutor seeking pretrial detention.

Jan 9 • 18:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

News about a sexual assault case in Hafnarfjörður

A man in his fifties has been charged with breaking into a home in Hafnarfjörður and assaulting a ten-year-old boy.

Jan 9 • 18:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Jón Rúnar sues Hafnarfjörður

Jón Rúnar Halldórsson, former chairman of the FH football club, is suing the municipality of Hafnarfjörður for 2.5 million krónur over claims of unethical business practices revealed in a Deloitte report.

Jan 9 • 15:51 UTC
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National & Local

Municipal representatives fight for the position of leader in Hafnarfjörður

Orri Björnsson and Kristín María, both municipal representatives, are competing for the leadership position in Hafnarfjörður, amid an upcoming primary election for the Independence Party.

Jan 8 • 17:52 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Sexual Offense Against a Boy in Hafnarfjörður Submitted to Prosecutor

A man in his fifties, suspected of sexually assaulting a ten-year-old boy in Hafnarfjörður last September, has had the case forwarded to the District Prosecutor's Office.

Jan 8 • 13:31 UTC
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National & Local

Guðmundur Árni Wants to Lead the Social Democrats in Hafnarfjörður Again

Guðmundur Árni Stefánsson, vice-chairman and candidate leader of the Social Democrats in Hafnarfjörður, plans to run again in the forthcoming municipal elections.

Jan 6 • 12:53 UTC
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Deputy Member Takes Action in Hafnarfjörður

Deputy member Viktor Pétur Finnsson is campaigning for the 2nd or 3rd position on the Independence Party's candidate list in Hafnarfjörður, focusing on issues important to young people and families.

Jan 5 • 15:52 UTC
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The Mayor Wants to Lead Progress in Hafnarfjörður

Valdimar Víðisson, the Mayor of Hafnarfjörður, has announced his candidacy to lead the Progress list in the upcoming municipal elections.

Jan 5 • 11:20 UTC
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Örn seeks fourth place in Hafnarfjörður

Örn Geirsson has announced his candidacy for the fourth position in the Independence Party primary in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 5 • 10:15 UTC
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Guðbjörg Oddný seeks the second position

Guðbjörg Oddný Jónasdóttir, a municipal councilor and chairman of the environmental and construction committee, is vying for the second position in the Independence Party's primary election in Hafnarfjörður, scheduled for February 7.

Jan 4 • 20:39 UTC
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Four candidates seek the top two positions in Viðreisn

Four candidates are competing for the top two spots in the Viðreisn party for the upcoming municipal elections in Hafnarfjörður.

Jan 2 • 15:22 UTC
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Kristín wants the first seat

Kristín Thoroddsen, a local councilor in Hafnarfjörður, is campaigning for the top position in the upcoming Independence Party primary while facing competition from the current leader, Skarphéðinn Orri Björnsson.

Jan 2 • 15:05 UTC
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Six hours of preschool now free in Hafnarfjörður

Starting from the new year, Hafnarfjörður offers up to six hours of free preschool care, with parents only paying for food.

Jan 2 • 12:30 UTC
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Karolina Helga runs against the sitting candidate

Karolina Helga Símonardóttir announces her candidacy to lead the Viðreisn party list in the upcoming local election in Hafnarfjörður, challenging incumbent Jón Ingi Hákonarson.

Jan 2 • 09:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Fire in a Car at Breiðhella

A fire broke out in a car at a roundabout in Hafnarfjörður, prompting response from the capital region fire department who extinguished the flames successfully.

Jan 2 • 08:19 UTC

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