The uproar over the new name for public transport: 'It reminds me of a pet's name'
Mikkeli's public transport system will officially adopt the name 'Katuri' after extensive public consultation and debate.
Escalators often stop, especially in winter and spring – maintenance is now weekly at the Mikkeli shopping center
The Mikkeli shopping center has started weekly maintenance of its escalators due to frequent stops caused by small stones and other debris, particularly during the winter-spring transition.
The National Archive plans to close offices in four different cities
The National Archive of Finland is planning to close offices in Oulu, Joensuu, Helsinki, and Mikkeli by 2030, while looking for solutions to store documents in areas without official branches.
Formic acid leaked in Mikkeli - rescue service on site
A formic acid leak was reported at a car repair shop in Mikkeli, prompting a response from the local rescue services.
LS: Mikkeli plans to start fining parents of daycare children
The city of Mikkeli intends to implement fines for parents of daycare children who reserve care times but do not utilize them.
LS: Mikkeli plans to start fining parents of kindergarten children
The city of Mikkeli intends to impose fines on parents of kindergarten children for unreported and unused care periods, addressing costs incurred by the city.
Police are looking for a strange and athletic fish thief in Mikkeli
Police in Mikkeli, Finland, are investigating a quirky theft of a fish box during market hours, where a young man made off with canned fish products and caused a scene.
An unusual walker hit the market – Tent broken, fish and man missing
A man described as unusual stole fish from a market in Mikkeli, Finland, leaving behind a trail of chaos.
Club legend leaves SM-liiga team
Jesper Piitulainen, the captain of Mikkeli Jukurit, will not continue with the team next season, as announced by the club.
Jukurit won despite having a lineup as thin as a straw
Mikkelin Jukurit defeated Helsingin IFK 3-2 in a SM-liiga match despite a depleted roster.
Mikkeli Theatre Used All Possible Savings Measures – Now It Has a Hit Performance and New Actors
Mikkeli Theatre is experiencing a resurgence with a new hit production and increased audience engagement after facing financial challenges.
A young man who left to drive a friend to the hospital ends up in police custody
A young man driving under the influence while transporting a friend to the hospital was stopped and arrested by the police.
Housing company threatens to seize former MP Ano Turtianen's apartment in Mikkeli
A housing company in Mikkeli warns former MP Ano Turtianen and his spouse of seizing their apartment due to unpaid fees, providing them one week to settle approximately €2,500 in debts.
HS: Turtiaiset have vanished to Russia – the housing company threatens to seize the apartment
The housing company plans to take former MP Ano Turtiais and his wife Minna Turtiais's apartment if they do not pay overdue housing fees.
HS: Ano Turtiainen risks losing his apartment in Mikkeli – Here's how much he owes
Ano Turtiainen and his wife are at risk of losing their apartment in Mikkeli due to unpaid dues amounting to approximately €2,500.
A company from Mikkeli made a significant donation to the Saimaa ringed seal - this many artificial nests can be acquired with 400,000 euros
Saimaa Group from Mikkeli has donated a substantial number of artificial nests to aid the nesting of the endangered Saimaa ringed seal.
Resident of a detached house got into a peculiar predicament in Mikkeli
A Mikkeli resident became trapped between the balcony floorboards while trying to descend from a balcony to a garage below.
Mikkeli reportedly banned the construction of battery energy storage for five years, the first in Finland
The city of Mikkeli has imposed a five-year ban on the construction of battery energy storage systems of 2 megawatts or more across its entire area.
The Chapter Accepts the Wedding of Rainbow Couples in the Facilities of the Lahti Parish - The Chapel Was Excluded
The Mikkeli Chapter has decided that same-sex couples can still be married in the facilities of the Salpausselkä Parish despite previous conflicts regarding the matter.
Mikkeli Theater had to cancel all performances this week - 'I don't remember anything like this,' says the actors' chairperson
Mikkeli Theater in Finland has canceled all of its performances this week due to several staff members being ill, according to theater director Pekka Laasonen.
Worrying situation at Mikkeli Theatre – Performances canceled
Mikkeli Theatre has announced the cancellation of performances due to a severe outbreak of flu and fever among its staff.
The Karhula Family Built a Colorful Igloo in Their Yard – Send a Picture of Your Snow Art
A family in Mikkeli, Finland, built a vibrant igloo in their yard, showcasing creativity and resilience during cold winter temperatures.
Mikkeli plans a new school and swimming hall by Lake Saimaa: "Will revolutionize the harbor area," says city development director
The city of Mikkeli is planning to build a new primary school and daycare center by Lake Saimaa, a project that has gained supportive feedback from local decision-makers.
The Memory Museum in Trouble in Mikkeli: Someone is Constantly Feeding Pigeons at the Entrance of Mannerheim's Headquarters
A museum in Finland faces a unique challenge as an unknown person consistently feeds pigeons at its entrance, prompting management to place a sign prohibiting feeding.
Restaurant owner's unscrupulous actions revealed in Mikkeli: chef worked 13-hour days, waitstaff were kicked out of scheduled shifts
A restaurant owner in Mikkeli has been sentenced to nine months in prison for exploiting former employees, with a chef working excessive hours and waitstaff facing discrimination.
Ilta-Sanomat: Mikkeli Jukurit acquires Swedish player
Swedish forward Linus Sjödin will join Mikkeli Jukurit in the SM-liiga for the next season.
One in two horses faced thirst according to the supervisory veterinarian – owners trust old beliefs
In Mikkeli, Finland, a significant number of horse owners fail to provide sufficient drinking water for their horses, despite regulations requiring it.
Wind power replaces wood in Mikkeli – four cents is the price limit after which the energy company switches production methods
Etelä-Savon Energia has implemented an electric boiler to leverage cheap electricity, significantly enhancing the heating production for Mikkeli during low electricity price periods.
Driver removed children from the bus midway – Mikkeli city apologizes: "Judgment failed"
A bus driver in Mikkeli controversially removed siblings from the bus mid-journey, forcing them to walk two kilometers to school on the morning of their planned independent travel practice.
Two youths escaped violently from Sairila school home – police often called to the scene
Two youths escaped from Sairila school home in Mikkeli over the weekend, resorting to violence against staff, leading to an ongoing investigation for assault and resisting an officer.