Falun

A new activity requirement in the social services law taking effect on July 1 risks affecting Fontänhuset in Falun. The voluntary-based operation may struggle to gain approval.

12. maj 2026 Rapporteret af AI

On Monday around 170 final-year students from transport high schools in Dalarna and Gävleborg gathered at the slippery road track in Falun to practice how heavy vehicles behave on slippery surfaces.

Applications to Dalarna University have risen by more than 13 percent, intensifying competition for the same number of spots. A record 424,113 Swedes have applied for higher education this autumn, according to the Swedish Council for Higher Education. Vice rector Jonas Tosteby states the university cannot admit more students.

20. april 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Falun's largest parking lot at Tisken has long been free. The municipality has now decided to introduce fees. The lot is highly popular, with nearly full occupancy on weekdays.

Dalarnas museum has begun work on 150 patterned knitted hats for medalists at the 2027 ski world championships in Falun. Knitters have shown overwhelming interest, flooding phones with messages. The initiative highlights Dalarna's cultural history and living craft traditions.

12. april 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Sweden's Public Health Agency has released new recommendations to improve youth sleep, as nearly six in ten teenagers go to bed after 11pm – a sharp rise since the 1980s. The agency highlights later bedtimes and sleep difficulties as common issues. Advice includes reducing screen time and increasing physical activity.