The Minister of Social Affairs and Housing’s proposed changes to the unemployment insurance system involve shortening the maximum benefit period from 30 months down to 18 months. This is presented …
Where is the Minister Heading? Read More
Due to construction work for the installation of a speed bump and pedestrian crosswalk, traffic on Langholt will be closed between the intersections of Langholt–Stekkjarholt and Langholt–Lágholt–Lyngholt. The closure begins …
Road Closure for Speed Bump and Crosswalk Installation Read More
For Kate Sargent and her daughter Molly, a visit to Húsavík was more than just another stop on their cruise around Iceland. It was in fact the whole reason they …
From Australia to Húsavík: A Eurovision Dream Come True Read More
Two unique concerts will round off September with music performed right in the water. Guests can enjoy live performances while soaking in two of the region’s most spectacular geothermal baths. …
Concerts in the Water: Music at GeoSea and Mývatn Nature Baths Read More
The European Week of Sport begins this week, running from September 23–30 across more than 30 countries. In Iceland, the initiative is coordinated by the National Olympic and Sports Association …
Húsavík joins European Week of Sport for the first time Read More
Talk of drilling for oil northeast of Iceland has resurfaced, as politicians, experts, and investors clash over the future of the so-called Dreki Area. Some argue it could bring vast …
Debate rekindles over Oil Exploration in Iceland’s Dreki area Read More
Maintenance is currently underway on the snowmelt pipes in front of the main entrance of the Húsavík Swimming Pool. As part of the work, paving stones on the sidewalk in …
Maintenance Work at Húsavík Swimming Pool Read More
Norðurþing municipality has turned down a request to contribute funding for a new police drone project in Northeast Iceland. The initiative, proposed by Police Commissioner Páley Borgþórsdóttir, aims to test …
Norðurþing declines to fund Police Drones Read More
Húsavík is set to become a hub for ocean storytelling this week as the Trees & Seas Film Festival (TSFF) brings screenings, discussions, and community events to the Húsavík Whale …
Trees & Seas Film Festival Comes to Húsavík Read More
The temporary shutdown of the PCC Bakki Silicon plant near Húsavík has raised concerns about the long-term impact of industrial closures on local communities. RÚV reports that Norðurþing municipality could …
Economic Uncertainty Grows as PCC Bakki Remains Idle Read More