Kalix

A man in his 30s died on Sunday after being crushed under a tractor plow blade at a recycling center in Kalix on Friday afternoon. Police are investigating the incident as a workplace accident while the municipality activates crisis support for grieving staff.

Bosse Johansson transitioned from postmaster to journalist at age 46, establishing a 16-year career at NSD's editorial office in Kalix, where he became well known locally and was described as deeply committed to journalism.

Kalix Hospital in Norrbotten provides microwave therapy as an alternative to surgery for benign prostate enlargement, with over 250 treatments performed since 2015.

Kalix Hockey has advanced to the quarterfinals of the hockey series after defeating Piteå Hockey in two consecutive matches. The team will now face Boden Hockey in the next round.

Kalix secured a decisive 38-24 victory over Sävar in a division 2 north women's handball match, marking their ninth consecutive win against the opponent. Smilla Boström led the scoring with 13 goals for Kalix.

Police in Norrbotten conducted multiple traffic stops this week, resulting in fines and a drunk driving investigation. The incidents occurred in Kalix, Pajala, and Boden.

Kalix HK defeated Strömnäs GIF 35-27 in a division 2 north women's handball match at Kalix Sportcity, ending an eleven-game losing streak. Amida Vikström led Kalix with eleven goals.

Two employees at the state youth home Johannisberg in Kalix were caught sleeping during work hours, according to a report by Norrländska Socialdemokraten. The institution manager has filed reports to the personnel responsibility board.