Day:172, Words:172

A local talent from Øksfjord is to compete in the very first Norwegian championships in beatboxing. 17 year old Matias has impressed family and friends for the past years with his unique brand of 'mouth music' and has the creativity and dedication to make it all the way to the world championships in Berlin.

The school has received a heart starter to be stored close to the gymnasium and swimming pool in the case of an emergency. It looked set to be a long wait due to the inevitable applications, approvals and buckets of red tape, but generous local, Bengt the builder volunteered to cover the cost of the llifesaving equipment which saved a lot of time and perhaps some lives as well.

The year 10 s were dismissed today for the last time. A celebration of their time at Høgtun was one of the many highlights at the end of school summer party, held at the town hall this evening. Heartfelt speeches from both students and teachers made for an emotional farewell.