Longyearbyen · 78.22 N 15.63 E

Svalbard Wire

Est. 2026

Everything said about Svalbard, in one place

Monday 9 November 2026No. 15News sectionBack to the front page

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Every report from the Wire's sources in Svalbard, Norway and the Arctic. 230 pages; 108 pages tagged Longyearbyen.

Monday 9 November 2026

  1. ReportNew studies on Svalbard history mark treaty centenaryUiT The Arctic University of Norway

Sunday 8 November 2026

  1. ReportSvalbard Isfjord Swim 2026 held in LongyearbyenSvalbard Turn on Facebook

Friday 6 November 2026

  1. ReportMinimum wage for cleaners takes effect in LongyearbyenFrifagbevegelse
  2. ReportCouncil upholds refusal of 88 rooms for visiting workersLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. ReportCouncil backs new building at Vei 401 against adviceLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  4. ReportCouncil upholds refusal of 15 flats at Elvesletta nordLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 5 November 2026

  1. ReportLongyearbyen waste station closed on FridayLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportBishop to begin Svalbard visitation, first since 2015Den norske kirke

Wednesday 4 November 2026

  1. ReportWater cut near Tollbygget and fire station on MondayLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportParents invited to evening on exclusion and bullyingLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. ReportBoard cuts meal claim of stranded pair to NOK 2,000Flysmart24

Tuesday 3 November 2026

  1. ReportChecks in Russian settlements stepped up since 2022, Governor saysNRK
  2. ReportNew sushi restaurant company registered in LongyearbyenBrønnøysundregistrene

Monday 2 November 2026

  1. ReportSeminar in Oslo to weigh the future of UNISUNIS

Friday 30 October 2026

  1. ReportYellow rain warning for Longyearbyen on SaturdayGovernor of Svalbard
  2. ReportCouncil shares out NOK 95,000 from state culture fundLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 29 October 2026

  1. In fullThe council closes Svalbardhallen pool for national swim meetLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportLongyearbyen fire and rescue urges Halloween fire safetyLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. ReportState points to budget process for Longyearbyen waterStortinget
  4. In fullLocal council invites business to forum on 5 NovemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Wednesday 28 October 2026

  1. ReportVideo art call on extraction opens for festivalArctic Pavilion on Facebook
  2. ReportSeven tips issued for mobile and internet outagesLongyearbyen lokalstyre on Facebook
  3. ReportHotellneset power plant: streets dug up from 2028, plant ready in 2031Governor of Svalbard
  4. ReportLongyearbyen plumbing firm put into liquidationBrønnøysundregistrene

Monday 26 October 2026

  1. In fullLongyearbyen lokalstyre marks Personal Preparedness Week 2026Longyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportLongyearbyen council asks Avinor to act on Tromsø route cutsNRK
  3. ReportJensen asks if state will fund Longyearbyen water fixStortinget

Friday 23 October 2026

  1. ReportLiberal Party holds 7 seats on Longyearbyen local councilLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe council adds offline emergency information to its appLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 22 October 2026

  1. ReportLocal council to spend most visitor contribution on infrastructureNRK

Wednesday 21 October 2026

  1. In fullConcept choice for water supply to be decided in DecemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Tuesday 20 October 2026

  1. ReportSvalbard Lufthavn is 3.7 degrees above normal in OctoberNRK
  2. ReportEnvironment agency considers larger snowmobile-free areas on SvalbardNRK

Monday 19 October 2026

  1. In fullThe council informs homeowners of rules on short-term rentalLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Friday 16 October 2026

  1. SummaryThe Norwegian Frigate HNoMS Fridtjof Nansen on Svalbard PatrolHigh North News
  2. ReportExtra air freight to Longyearbyen runs to end of yearLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 15 October 2026

  1. ReportSvalbardhallen sports hall reopens after first phase of renovationLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe council invites businesses to business forum on 5 NovemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. In fullSamarbeidsforum Longyearbyen holds its first meeting on 7 OctoberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  4. ReportOne in four Longyearbyen and Ny-Ålesund residents lives aloneNRK
  5. In fullChoosing local architects in Nedre GruvedalenStore Norske

Wednesday 14 October 2026

  1. In fullPole Position Logistics handles extra air freight to LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe council manages NOK 95,000 in regional cultural fund grantsLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Tuesday 13 October 2026

  1. In fullThe council reopens the Svalbardhallen sports hall on 15 OctoberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportLongyearbyen council to choose water supply concept in DecemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. ReportEnvironment agency wants shorter snowmobile season on SvalbardGovernor of Svalbard

Monday 12 October 2026

  1. In fullAgreement made on fireworksLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. ReportStatsbygg plans to replace older state homes in LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. In fullStore Norske invites to public meeting on Hotellneset energy plantStore Norske

Sunday 11 October 2026

  1. ReportNORCE aircraft images show big changes on Svalbard mountainsideNRK

Friday 9 October 2026

  1. In fullLongyearbyen lokalstyre marks World Mental Health DayLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Wednesday 7 October 2026

  1. In full“The ongoing climate change and its global and regional drivers” with Siiri WickströmUNIS

Tuesday 6 October 2026

  1. In fullSubstance abuse policy action plan 2026-2028 adoptedLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. SummaryNew Business Plan for Longyearbyen: To Strengthen Length of Residence and Business FriendlinessHigh North News
  3. In fullStore Norske resumes work on new homes in Nedre GruvedalenStore Norske

Monday 5 October 2026

  1. In fullThe council adds Monday morning swimming at SvalbardhallenLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Monday 28 September 2026

  1. In fullChildren leave their mark on the future LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe Governor conducts firearm inspections in LongyearbyenGovernor of Svalbard
  3. In fullLongyearbyen Cooperation Forum has been establishedLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 24 September 2026

  1. In fullThe council periodically closes road 400 up to Gruve 7Longyearbyen lokalstyre

Wednesday 9 September 2026

  1. In fullThe Governor plans large exercise in Longyearbyen on 10 SeptemberGovernor of Svalbard

Friday 4 September 2026

  1. In fullLNS Spitsbergen won the tender for environmental projectsStore Norske

Wednesday 2 September 2026

  1. In fullUNIS invites students to the fourth SCOPE conferenceUNIS

Tuesday 1 September 2026

  1. In fullThe council explains private candidate exams for autumn 2026Longyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullUNN holds public meeting on mental health services in SvalbardLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  3. In fullUNIS offers spring 2027 courses for enrolled studentsUNIS

Friday 28 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council opens a book of condolences for King HaraldLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe Governor marks the death of King Harald VGovernor of Svalbard

Tuesday 25 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council asks residents to fill a Wish Tree at the libraryLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Monday 24 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council invites businesses to a forum on 4 SeptemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Tuesday 18 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council holds public meeting on Svalbardhallen rehabilitationLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Monday 17 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council invites cultural workers to a NOKU professional dayLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe council asks for input to the Longyearbyen land use planLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Wednesday 12 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council upgrades outdoor areas for more activityLongyearbyen lokalstyre
  2. In fullThe council holds an activity fair at the Kulturhus on 27 AugustLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Thursday 6 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council plans to flush the drinking water networkLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Wednesday 5 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council keeps advice not to drink tap water in LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Tuesday 4 August 2026

  1. In fullThe council asks residents to register on Varslemeg.noLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Saturday 25 July 2026

  1. In fullThe council reopens the swimming pool on 27 JulyLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Tuesday 21 July 2026

  1. In fullCouncil offers free bottled water for infantsLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Friday 17 July 2026

  1. In fullCouncil invites to 22 July memorial in LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Friday 10 July 2026

  1. In fullSaves 50 million on new environmental collaborationStore Norske

Thursday 9 July 2026

  1. In fullThe council keeps first come, first served on the squareLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Friday 3 July 2026

  1. In fullSolar power plant now delivering electricity to Longyearbyen's power gridStore Norske

Wednesday 1 July 2026

  1. In fullThe council keeps the training room open all summerLongyearbyen lokalstyre

Sunday 21 June 2026

  1. In fullStart of foundation work postponed to spring 2027Store Norske

Wednesday 27 May 2026

  1. In fullTwo fined for illegal drone flightGovernor of Svalbard

Saturday 23 May 2026

  1. SummaryEight United States senators to visit Svalbard on Arctic tourThe Barents Observer

Friday 15 May 2026

  1. SummaryGovernment proposes NOK 72.3 million more for SvalbardHigh North News

Monday 11 May 2026

  1. SummaryMina (10) Is the Youngest to Cross Svalbard From South to NorthHigh North News

Tuesday 5 May 2026

  1. In fullStore Norske marks the closure of Gruve 7Store Norske

Monday 4 May 2026

  1. SummaryEnd of Norwegian Mining on Svalbard as Norway's Last Coal Mine ClosesHigh North News
  2. Summary'Important That People Live Here'High North News

Wednesday 29 April 2026

  1. In fullThe Annual Report 2025Store Norske

Monday 27 April 2026

  1. In fullGovernor reminds that snowmobiles are prohibited on bare groundGovernor of Svalbard

Monday 20 April 2026

  1. SummaryShipwreck Found in Svalbard - Could Originate From 18th Century RussiaHigh North News
  2. SummaryPermafrost Is Thawing in Svalbard, Posing a Risk to Cultural Heritage and New BuildingsHigh North News

Friday 10 April 2026

  1. In fullMissing skier found deadGovernor of Svalbard

Wednesday 8 April 2026

  1. SummarySvalbard Governor website cannot be opened from RussiaThe Barents Observer

Thursday 12 March 2026

  1. SummarySvalbard: Increased oil prices impact LongyearbyenHigh North News

Thursday 5 March 2026

  1. SummaryUpdated Strategy and New Research OfficeHigh North News

Wednesday 4 March 2026

  1. SummaryMina (10) Can Become the Youngest to Ever Cross Svalbard From South to NorthHigh North News

Wednesday 10 December 2025

  1. SummaryStig (30) Has Researched Snow in Svalbard for Four Years: “I Don’t Even Ski!”High North News

Wednesday 22 October 2025

  1. SummaryGovernment proposes higher Svalbard spending in 2026 budgetHigh North News

Wednesday 24 September 2025

  1. Summary70 Homes Will Be Removed From the Market in SvalbardHigh North News

Thursday 14 August 2025

  1. SummaryAmid Norway's celebration of Svalbard Treaty comes another verbal attack from MoscowThe Barents Observer

Sunday 1 June 2025

  1. SummaryCruise ship season begins at SvalbardThe Barents Observer

Thursday 3 April 2025

  1. SummaryTrump slaps tariffs on Arctic islands with almost no exportThe Barents Observer