Kotka: an official could receive a large bonus from millions earned for the state
Entrepreneur Taavi Kotka suggests that officials who successfully implement highly profitable projects should receive bonuses of up to half a million euros.
At 21:40 "In the First Studio" Taavi Kotka
Taavi Kotka discusses in 'In the First Studio' the potential for Estonian officials to receive substantial bonuses for solving key problems, and the implications of adopting private sector practices in public administration.
Jyri Häkämies of EK Becomes Advisor for Development Company Cursor
Jyri Häkämies, the long-time CEO of the Confederation of Finnish Industries, will take on an advisory role with the development company Cursor in the Kotka-Hamina region without compensation.
Jyri Häkämies begins unpaid work
Jyri Häkämies, the retiring CEO of the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK), will serve as an adviser for Cursor, a development company in the Kotka-Hamina region, without receiving any financial compensation.
Irmeli Mäkelä has passed away
Irmeli Mäkelä, a well-known Finnish pop singer, has died on March 15 after a long illness.
Finnish singer Irmeli Mäkelä has died
Irmeli Mäkelä-Liikanen, a Finnish schlager singer, passed away due to a long-term illness in Kotka on March 15, confirmed by her spouse Johannes Liikanen.
A Deep Hole Drilled in Kotka Strengthens Expectations: Southeastern Finland's Bedrock Produces Particularly High Geothermal Energy
Geological Research Center GTK has achieved promising drilling and measurement results from a geothermal well drilled in Kotka.
Dream Wedding Groom Opens Beer on Wedding Day Morning – Nervous Breakdown Near
A couple prepares for their wedding amidst humor and stress, showcasing their love and dynamic personalities.
Škoda accelerated towards children in Kotka
A man was sentenced to conditional imprisonment for driving his Škoda towards four minors in Kotka, Finland, prompting them to jump into a ditch to avoid a collision.
Massive renovation of Highway 15 planned for over 20 years has begun between Kotka and Kouvola
Construction work has started on Highway 15 between Kotka and Kouvola, focusing initially on tree removal.
The eels at the Kotka Maretarium have their 50th anniversary – Yle gifted a Sea Weather bag
Kotka Maretarium celebrates the 50th anniversary of its eels, which were originally planted in Lahti's Vesijärvi.
1300-Kilogram Bear Lost
A 1300-kilogram granite bear statue has gone missing from the Karhula neighborhood in Kotka, Finland.
Heli Juvakka's birthing decision surprised others: did not want to go to Helsinki but traveled to Kotka
Heli Juvakka chose to give birth in Kotka instead of Helsinki, citing logistical and emotional advantages.
Kotka: Officials Need Better Motivation to Generate Great Ideas
An amendment to Estonia's public service law proposes significant bonuses for teams that successfully implement initiatives that greatly benefit the state, aiming to encourage innovation among public servants.
Suvi approached Jari in the milk section of Prisma and then it was game on
Suvi's and Jari's love story began in a Facebook dating group, leading to a surprise encounter at Jari's workplace.
Niklas Aarnio from Kotka Transitioned to Reserve Last Year – Rapid Recap Call Took Him by Surprise
Niklas Aarnio, who recently transitioned to reserve status in the Finnish Defense Forces, was unexpectedly summoned for a defense exercise in South Karelia, a realization he describes as surprising.
Fisherman found lifeless on the ice
A fisherman was found unresponsive on the ice near Kotka, prompting a response from local authorities and rescue services.
Annika and Toni live in an exceptional way
Annika and Toni Redsven are living a unique lifestyle aboard an old ship in Kotka, Finland, and are open to changing locations spontaneously depending on the weather.
The search for a man who fell through the ice in Kotka has been called off
Active searches for an elderly man missing since Monday in Kotka have been terminated by the Southeastern Finland police.
Restored Cross of Over 100-Year-Old Church Installed in Kotka – This is What the Demanding Operation Looked Like
A restored steel cross, weighing approximately 300 kilograms, has been successfully installed on the church tower in Kotka, Finland, as part of a restoration project.
Search underway in Kotka - man has been missing for several days
A search operation is ongoing in Kotka for an elderly man who has been missing since Monday, suspected to have fallen through the ice.
Anjali Bista studying in Kotka memorizes Finnish - language skills can earn thousands
Anjali Bista, a nursing student from Nepal studying in Kotka, Finland, emphasizes the importance of mastering the Finnish language for career opportunities in healthcare.
In Kotka, volunteers cook magnificent meals from surplus and offer them for free
Volunteers in Kotka, Finland, are preparing gourmet meals from surplus food and providing them free of charge to the community.
The Gulf of Finland is almost completely frozen – A hovercraft was put into operation in the Kotka archipelago
Due to challenging conditions in the Gulf of Finland, a hovercraft has been deployed in the Kotka archipelago to maintain transportation services, as the ice has hindered ferry operations.
Did someone fall through the ice in Kotka?
Rescue teams in Kotka, Finland, are continuing their search for a person who reportedly fell through the ice into the Kymi River.
Emergency situation in Kotka - A person is being searched for
Search efforts are underway in Kotka, Finland, for an individual believed to have fallen through the ice into the Kymijoki river.
Problems at Hotel Leikari in Kotka – Working hours logged incorrectly and tax debts with the Chinese restaurant renovation company
The Hotel Leikari in Kotka faces labor protection issues identified during inspections, with the hotel and restaurant business partly Chinese-owned.
Residents Stranded on an Island in Kotka – Connection Vessel Finally Able to Move After a Couple of Weeks
A connection vessel in Kotka, Finland, has resumed operations after being stranded due to low water levels and ice, delivering supplies to residents of Kuutsalo island.
Former Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen donates rare book collection to the Finnish Maritime Museum in Kotka
Paavo Lipponen, a former Prime Minister of Finland, has donated a valuable collection of maps and research about Portuguese exploration to the Finnish Maritime Museum.
Beware of fake vacation rentals: Pay attention to this: "Alarm bells should ring"
The rise in short-term rental popularity has led to an increase in scams, as illustrated by a case from Finland.
A Mysterious Group of Chinese Arrived at a Construction Site in Finland: 'It Became Clear That Locals Do Not Have Enough Experience'
Over 150 Chinese workers have sought employment at a battery materials factory construction site in Kotka, Finland, significantly exceeding initial estimates.
Treasure of Kotka's theater history found in the attic of the sailors' pub Cairo – 40-year-old sign gets a new life
A 40-year-old theatrical sign from the play 'Maratontanssit' has been restored and displayed in the legendary sailors' pub Cairo in Kotka, Finland.
The home port of icebreakers Nordica and Fennica may change - reason is security of supply
Eija Rossi, CEO of the Hamina-Kotka port, believes relocating Finland's icebreakers is not economically viable and supports keeping them in existing facilities in Kotka.