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The return of the sun is approaching – join in the celebrations!
Even if the weather isn't quite cooperating, we will of course be celebrating the return of the sun again this year.Calls for caution in demanding weather conditions
The Longyearbyen local government is closely monitoring the situation following several minor avalanches in the Longyear Valley over the past week.Kindergarten Day 2026: – Room for everyone
On Tuesday, March 10, kindergartens in Longyearbyen will celebrate Kindergarten Day 2026.Reminders about important cabin safety
The snowmobile season is in full swing, and Longyearbyen Fire and Rescue (LBR) urges all cabin users to take extra precautions.Death dive! Do you dare to join us?
The Longyearbyen local council invites young and old alike to two days of fun, mastery, and adrenaline when it hosts both a course and a competition in death diving on…Information about operations at Longyearbyen Cultural Center
Unfortunately, our partner at the Tio Monchos/Rockhouse AS cultural center has to limit its operations.Welcome to an open conversation
We invite you to our spring dialogue meeting for foreign nationals residing in Longyearbyen.Several callouts for dry boiling – fire department requests assistance
So far in 2026, there has been an undesirable development regarding dry cooking in Longyearbyen.Testing of SMS alerts this week
A test of the public warning system via mobile phones is planned for Thursday, February 26, between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.Here is this year's sun drawing!
Mhergow from 7th grade has created a solar drawing for 2026.Solfestuka 2026 – when the sun returns
Solfestuka 2026 marks the return of the sun after the dark season and brings the whole of Longyearbyen together for almost two weeks of concerts, culture, activities, and community for…New kindergarten regulations adopted by Longyearbyen local council
The Longyearbyen local government has adopted new kindergarten regulations that will apply from August 1, 2026, with clearer and more up-to-date rules for admission, organization, and operation.Application deadline for the 2026–2027 kindergarten year: March 15
Remember to apply for a place in kindergarten by March 15.New knowledge about nature in Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen has received two new scientific reports providing updated information about nature in the planning area.Longyearbyen kindergartens continue to grow – together with SePU!
The Polarflokken and Kullungen daycare centers, in collaboration with SePU, have taken important steps in developing a more inclusive daycare environment, which has already resulted in increased well-being, security, and…You can now read our website in English
The Longyearbyen local government website is now available in both Norwegian and English.Submit your nominations for the Typhus Statue and cultural scholarship
The deadline is March 31, and we need good candidates.Researchers investigate the ice dam
In the fall of 2025, the local government commissioned a comprehensive condition analysis of the drinking water source.Closure of Road 300 lifted
The avalanche danger on Route 300 has passed, and the road will reopen at 12:00 noon on Thursday.The water situation: Status, research, and the way forward
Longyearbyen is facing major and necessary measures to ensure a stable and safe drinking water supply.New application form for upper secondary education
We have created a new, updated application form for upper secondary education in Longyearbyen.Invitation to a meeting of the business forum
The Longyearbyen local government would like to invite you to a business forum in January.Meeting schedule for the business forum in 2026
The dates for the business forum meetings have been set, so you can add them to your calendar now.Our private exam
Registration for the fall private candidate exams takes place between January 15 and February 1.High manganese content in drinking water – recommendation not to drink tap water
Test results from drinking water in Longyearbyen show high concentrations of manganese.