Sandviken

A citizen initiative in Sandviken to raise the rainbow flag on two annual Pride days has gained support and will be voted on by the municipal council. The proposal, submitted by Johan Ek, calls for flagging on May 17 and June 28.

The Parkbadet facility in Sandviken has been shut down after cracks were discovered in the load-bearing structure under its adventure section, a move officials describe as a safety measure.

Sandviken 2 defeated KFUM Falun 9-0 to take the series lead in division 2 Dalarna/Gävleborg women's floorball, while Hedemora and Sandvigen drew 4-4 in a division 1 promotion match.

Sandvikens AIK has won the match series against Uppsala BoIS in the SM competition, securing victory in the fourth match with a 3–1 away win.

An official statement has declared that a situation in Sandviken does not constitute a security risk. The assessment was made by authorities, though specific details remain unclear.

Nine individuals have been charged in connection with a suspected kidnapping attempt in Sandviken on October 9, 2025, which authorities believe was motivated by the victim's cryptocurrency investments. The trial is set to begin in Stockholm on March 5.

Sandviken won a home game against Strömsbro 4-3 on Friday in the Division 1 GUD promotion series for women's floorball. The match took place at Ferrum Arena in Sandviken.