This is how Hjallis Harkimo reacted to his son's goal in the SM-liiga
Dan Harkimo scored on his debut in the SM-liiga, marking a successful start to his professional hockey career, which was celebrated by his father, Hjallis Harkimo, despite being in a city council meeting.
Uncertainty, fear and anxiety - a secret letter from employees revealed a crisis in the Vaasa congregation
A secret letter from employees has unearthed a crisis within the Vaasa Finnish Congregation, highlighting issues of leadership and disagreement over LGBTQ-inclusive activities.
A Historic Decision from the Pohjalais Church
The Finnish congregation in Vaasa has permitted same-sex marriages and blessings of unions in their churches, a significant change following a previous rejection of such practices by church officials.
I-P: Two teenage girls set a trap for a teacher – this is what happened in court
A teacher in Vaasa was acquitted of charges of sexual exploitation of children after two local teenage girls initiated a series of online communications that turned sexually suggestive.
The Horrible Losing Streak of the SM-liiga's Bottom Team Continues
In the Finnish SM-liiga, Vasa Sport suffered their 11th consecutive loss, falling 0-4 to HPK, while other matches featured Ilves defeating Lukko 3-2.
Three-car collision on highway 8 - five hospitalized
A three-car accident on highway 8 between Kokkola and Vaasa resulted in five individuals being taken to the hospital for evaluation.
TPS threw their captain into the stands – Jumbo team’s losing streak continues
TPS lost to Vaasan Sport in a Finnish ice hockey league match, extending their losing streak.
Persistent Fire Erupts at Power Plant in Vaasa
A fire broke out at the Vaasa Power Plant's wood chip storage on Wednesday night, which was extinguished but rekindled the following day.
Former CEO of Atria Juha Gröhn appointed as Professor of Working Life in Seinäjoki
Juha Gröhn, the former CEO of Atria, has been appointed as a Professor of Working Life at the University of Vaasa, focusing on enhancing the competitiveness and growth of the food supply chain.
Bank employee embezzled over 300,000 euros from customers - CEO: Human factor enables this
A bank employee at Vaasa Cooperative Bank embezzled over 300,000 euros from five customers over an eleven-year period using various methods.
The Vicar of Vaasa Accuses Seta of Threats - Seta Denies Coercion, Despite 'Something Could Have Been Left Unsaid'
Teijo Peltola, the vicar of the Finnish parish in Vaasa, claims that he has been threatened and coerced by the LGBTQ+ advocacy group Seta while appealing a warning issued against him by church authorities.
Attempted murder in Vaasa: a minor is suspected of attacking a man with a knife
A man in Vaasa was seriously injured after being attacked with a knife by a minor during a dispute.
Police Suspect: Underage Boys Stabbed Man in Vaasa
Finnish police are investigating a stabbing incident in which two underage boys allegedly attacked a 40-year-old man in Vaasa, resulting in serious injuries.
Suspicion: Two teenagers tried to kill an adult man in Vaasa - One of the boys is under 15 years old
Two minors are suspected of attempting to murder an adult male in Vaasa, Finland, after an altercation escalated into violence.
Wärtsilä expands its production capacity in Vaasa – a 140 million investment to meet growing energy demand
Wärtsilä is investing 140 million euros to expand its production in Vaasa's Sustainable Technology Hub, increasing capacity by 35% to address the rapidly growing demands in energy and maritime markets.
Embezzlement that lasted ten years was uncovered – Bank employee sentenced to prison
A 55-year-old woman was sentenced to prison for embezzling over ten years from customers of Vaasa Cooperative Bank by misappropriating funds into her own accounts.