Together with her partner Simon, Frida moved here from Östersund. The jobs were their primary initial reason for moving here. But they have stayed because they not only found the jobs but also the lif…
Follow the homes of Boden residents who offer inspiring stories and read about people who have chosen to move to Boden for our unique community life. Get to know the city, which has everything from fantastic outdoor areas and a rich community life to intimate dining experiences and a rich cultural life – all from the people’s perspective. Welcome to Boden – where proximity creates quality of life.
In the #Närhetsliv magazine, stories are told and residents are the focus. Long, well-written reports and stylish photo series depict all the things that make Boden a wonderful place to live. From impressive achievements and transformative life choices to quirky hobbies, beautiful homes and hard-working winners in our fantastic community. That and much more is #Närhetsliv.
#Närhetsliv was first published in spring 2017 and distributed to all households in Boden, as a way to strengthen Boden’s place brand and create pride among Boden residents. Behind the magazine is the communications unit of the municipality of Boden, which uses local photographer Mats Engfors for the high-quality images. In 2019, #Närhetsliv won the Publishing Prize in the category of citizen magazines. Its texts, images, layout and print scored sky-high in the juried competition.
