Lappeenranta is building a new school, for which it is already preparing for the demolition of classroom spaces
Lappeenranta is constructing a new school that includes flexible classroom designs to accommodate a decreasing student population.
16-year-old boy filmed a shocking video - a large SUV lost control in a fatal accident caused by a twenty-something driver
A tragic accident in Luumäki, South Karelia, resulted in the death of a young soldier and left two others injured, highlighted by a video taken by a 16-year-old boy traveling in a truck behind the crash.
The welfare area lays off 130 rescuers - "A psychological blow to many," says the rescue chief from Lappeenranta
The South Karelia fire department is laying off all of its employees, approximately 130 individuals, due to budget cuts from the welfare area, marking a rare event in the sector.
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.
Veikka Kärki, 12, does not have a smartphone – parents delay its purchase as long as possible
12-year-old Veikka Kärki from South Karelia is the only student in his class without a smartphone, a decision made by his parents to delay technology use.
Wife Did Not Accept the Divorce - Man Received a Disturbing Package by Mail
A Finnish court has imposed a restraining order on a woman who harassed her husband and his new girlfriend after their separation.
Drug-Resistant Bacteria Are Becoming More Common in South Karelia - 'A Really Concerning Issue,' Says Chief Physician
The prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is on the rise in South Karelia, causing concern among health officials due to their increasing frequency found in routine tests.
The 'Riviera' of South Karelia Rose to World Fame This Summer – Now Rare Beetles Are Heading There Too
A recent survey identified over 600 species of beetles at Huuhanranta in Ruokolahti, Finland, following controlled burns by the forestry company Tornator.
Fire in a war veteran's house – conditions difficult
A wooden war veteran's house caught fire in Luumäki, with firefighters facing challenging conditions while combating the blaze.
Nurses do not accept the funding of welfare areas - see the demonstration from the Parliament House at 12 o'clock
A hundred people from South Karelia, South Savo, and Kymenlaakso protested at the Parliament House in Helsinki, demanding changes to the welfare areas' funding model.
"I don’t need a day off from Erkki," says Tuula Heikkilä, who cares for her spouse – the welfare area disagrees
Tuula Heikkilä, a caregiver for her husband Erkki who suffers from Alzheimer’s, expresses frustration over new welfare policy changes that limit caregiver support.
Young man died in a terrible way - The car was swerving even before leaving the road
A 19-year-old soldier tragically died in a car accident when he lost control of a military vehicle during a vehicle march in South Karelia, Finland.