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North Iceland shop claims bank is stealing its money


The owner of a north Iceland hardware store is bringing charges against Landsbanki bank for theft. Read the full story

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Reykjavik ready to recycle residents’ refuse


Reykjavik finally says it plans to join many other Icelandic towns and villages in sorting household waste for recycling. Read the full story

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Rare falcon chick found in Iceland, survival unsure


An unusual prisoner spent the night in Akureyri police station’s cells last night: a falcon chick which was found alone near to the north-Icelandic town yesterday evening. Read the full story

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Akureyri exploring options for methane fuel from rubbish


Methane production at the Akureyri landfill site in northern Iceland appears to be high enough to allow for commercial harnessing of the gas in the coming years. Read the full story

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Faroe Islands brass festival to include north Iceland players


Two groups from the Akureyri music school in Iceland will travel to the Faroe Islands today to take part in the Faroe Islands International Brass Music Festival. Read the full story

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Central bank chief: Iceland standing at crossroads


“The crossroads we are standing at concern the fact that we now need to change stability into investment, growth and employment. Most indications are that growth began again in the last part of last year. It was, on the other hand, not particularly vigorous and investment remains at a historic low,” Central Bank of Iceland governor, Mar Gudmundsson said in a speech today in Akureyri. Read the full story

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Winter activities under the Northern Lights in Iceland


Iceland is an incredible country to visit no matter what time of year. The country boasts some of the best winter activities in the world, from thrilling snowmobile rides, glacial hiking to skiing holidays; all set to the backdrop of the Northern Lights. Read the full story

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Icelandic fire fighters strike again


A meeting between representatives of fire fighters, ambulance crews  and local authorities ended Friday morning without a new pay agreement, meaning yesterday’s planned strike went ahead as expected and more industrial action is expected. Read the full story

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Tough day for Iceland’s airports but travel chaos avoided


IMAG0121Passengers flying in and out of Iceland today have been faced with a long road journey between Reykjavik and Akureyri, as well as extra queues at the airport; but people are still moving and patience and understanding remain at the fore. Read the full story

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Arsenal to train future Icelandic football stars


arsenalBetween 14th and 16th June next year, the English Premier League football club Arsenal will hold a training course at the KA sports ground in Akureyri, northern Iceland. Read the full story

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