New homes, local government and property sales

The plan for 340 new homes in Norra Öjaby has been approved, and in Älmhult, Social Democrats and Moderates are forming a majority government. At the same time, the most expensive home sales in Markaryd, Alvesta and Ljungby in October have been reported.

The most expensive property sales in three municipalities

In Markaryd municipality, the most expensive property sale in October was 2,4 million kronor. In Alvesta municipality, the most expensive was 6,8 million kronor, and in Ljungby municipality, it was 4,4 million kronor. This is shown in the lists of the most expensive property sales in each respective municipality during the month of October.

Sources: Smålandsposten, Smålandsposten and Smålandsposten.

Växjö Municipality investigates knife attack

Växjö Municipality has launched an investigation under lex Sarah following the knife attack at Fagrabäckskolan. On 24 September, a student was stabbed by another student of the same age during a physical education class, and the student who was attacked sustained minor injuries. The social services department has received reports alleging deficiencies in the handling of the case relating to the student who carried out the knife attack.

The municipality will cooperate with the school in the investigation. If the investigation identifies serious shortcomings, or a serious risk of shortcomings, the municipality must report the matter to Ivo, the Inspectorate for Health and Social Care. SVT Nyheter Småland

340 new homes in Norra Öjaby

The plan for Norra Öjaby in Växjö has gained legal force. The area covers 55 hectares and will accommodate a total of 340 homes: detached houses, terraced houses and apartment buildings of up to six floors. Today the area is natural land, and the development has met with strong opposition. Smålandsposten

New governing board in Älmhult

The Social Democrats (S) and Moderates (M) are forming a majority government in Älmhult Municipality. Together, the parties hold 22 of the 41 seats in the municipal council. S will hold the position of chair of the municipal executive board, while M will have particular responsibility for the business and community committee under the executive board. Committees and boards will be appointed at the municipal council meeting in November, the budget will be adopted in December, and the new governing board will take office on 1 January. SVT Nyheter Småland

Öster won 3-0 against Helsingborg

Öster defeated Helsingborgs IF 3-0 in the penultimate round of Superettan at Spiris Arena. A winger made a comeback after injury, and it was probably his final match in the Öster jersey at Spiris Arena.

According to Smålandsposten, Öster will end a presumably quiet season on a “high note.” There is a lot to take away into next year – now it is a matter of the right players coming along. Smålandsposten Smålandsposten

Cultural Night in Tingsryd

This year's Cultural Night in Tingsryd offers visitors the opportunity to stroll between the various events. This year, Tingsryd municipality has the privilege of hosting the Cultural Night; last year, the event took place in the other surrounding localities. The cultural developer says that the schedule has been arranged so that people can take part in as much as possible. Smålandsposten

In brief

• A new company is starting in Ljungby and will operate in the restaurant industry. Smålandsposten
• The industrial unions are demanding a 3.9 percent wage increase in a 1-year agreement. Smålandsposten