Day:157, Words:157

The nation wide biannual strike continues and the ripple effect has made its way up to the north. While Øksfjordians are enjoying themselves in this delightful weather, they have no idea of how long it will last as the nightly forecast consists of nothing more than a blank map and an apology from the news presenter.

The local airport in Alta is closed due to a strike from security personal. This means that Øksfjordians have been forced to use alternative methods of returning home, including buses and the Hurtigruten coastal steamer, which is already packed to the rafters with international tourists. Schools and kindergartens in Alta have closed as a result of the cleaning staff striking.

A local Øksfjordian has won a silver medal in the national championships of powerlifting. Håkon Danielsen already holds the national junior record and was competing in his first senior event. The dedicated eighteen year old lifted a total of 585 kg.