French Riviera local news

French Riviera local news | From 16 to 22/09

Evening Update Friday 20 September

Yellow Vest protestors have called for action this weekend and next weekend Evening Update Friday 20 September Read More

20/09/2019

Control operation carried out on ferry between Bastia and Marseille

The maritime prefecture of the Bouches-du-Rhone has announced that a sea control operation has taken place following the suspicion of a hostage taking. Control operation carried out on ferry between Bastia and Marseille Read More

20/09/2019

Old figure of Christ returned to York

An 800-year-old figure of Christ which adorned St Mary's Abbey in York is to be returned to the city after nearly two centuries. Made in the 13th century in Limoges, in France the rare object was found in 1826 in the ruins of the abbey. Old figure of Christ returned to York Read More

20/09/2019

SailGP taking place in Marseille

The SailGP is currently taking place in Marseille and continues over the weekend. The event was established in 2018 and headquartered in London and San Francisco. SailGP taking place in Marseille Read More

20/09/2019

French and Riviera News Friday 20th September 2019

An 18-year-old has been killed in a road accident in the Var. The accident happened shortly after midnight on Wednesday and the victim is believed to have lost control of his vehicle. French and Riviera News Friday 20th September 2019 Read More

20/09/2019

Evening Update Thursday 19 September

The first indigenous case of dengue fever in the PACA Region this year has been reported Evening Update Thursday 19 September Read More

19/09/2019

Air Pollution

As World Air Quality Awareness Day took place on Wednesday associations demonstrated in front of the Saint-Charles train station in Marseille, one of the most polluted cities in France. Air Pollution Read More

19/09/2019

European Prostate cancer day

To coincide with the European day for Prostate cancer on Friday 20th September the city of Nice will be welcoming the public to Place Massena from 9am to 5pm where health professionals will be available to answer visitor’s questions both in terms of prevention and care. European Prostate cancer day Read More

19/09/2019

Man arrested in Grasse

A 24 year old man has been arrested by police in Grasse after brandishing a weapon in a beer bar in the Plan de Grasse. Man arrested in Grasse Read More

19/09/2019

Weather warning

Météo France has placed the Alpes Maritimes on a yellow weather alert with storms forecast. Weather warning Read More

19/09/2019

French and Riviera News Thursday 19th September 2019

Police in the Var have arrested a man who fired gunshots during a brawl in a tearoom in Cogolin. According to reports an altercation broke out on Wednesday morning shortly after 7am leading to the individual opening fire. French and Riviera News Thursday 19th September 2019 Read More

19/09/2019

Evening Update Wednesday 18 September

A Second World War rocket was discovered in Antibes this morning Evening Update Wednesday 18 September Read More

18/09/2019

Boating accident in Venice

At least three people, including two Britons, have died after a boating accident in the Italian city of Venice. According to reports the speedboat hit an artificial dam on Tuesday night during a boat race from Monte Carlo. Boating accident in Venice Read More

18/09/2019

Flying taxi in Paris

A start-up has reportedly found a solution in the fight against pollution in Paris. The Bubble, a "flying taxi", is powered by electricity and lifts out of the water on "wings" – and boasts green credentials such as being noise and pollution-free. It costs around €200,000 to build and can reach speeds of up to 18 knots (20.7mph). Flying taxi in Paris Read More

18/09/2019

Game of Thrones

An exhibition featuring a tapestry inspired by the hit television series Game of Thrones has opened in Bayeux, in France's Normandy region Game of Thrones Read More

18/09/2019

Fight against drug network in Marseille

The French government has unveiled a plan to tackle drug trafficking in Marseille. Interior Minister Christophe Castaner presented planned reforms this week. Fight against drug network in Marseille Read More

18/09/2019

Woody Allen’s latest film released in France today

Woody Allen's new film, A Rainy Day in New York, hits cinemas in France today. A romantic comedy, Allen’s 53rd film will not be distributed in the United States. Woody Allen’s latest film released in France today Read More

18/09/2019

Limitation on the number of vessels anchored off the Island of Lerins in Cannes

Authorities in Cannes have called for a limitation on the number vessels anchored between Saint Honorat and Sainte Marguerite on the islands of Lerins. Limitation on the number of vessels anchored off the Island of Lerins in Cannes Read More

18/09/2019

French and Riviera News Wednesday 18th September 2019

Police in the Var have appealed for witnesses following the disappearance of Denis Espinosa. The 78-year-old, who suffers from Alzheimers was last seen leaving his retirement home in La Seyne just before 2pm on Saturday. French and Riviera News Wednesday 18th September 2019 Read More

18/09/2019

Evening Update Tuesday 17 September

The French Minister of the Interior, Christophe Castaner, has announced the creation of a new anti-drugs agency Evening Update Tuesday 17 September Read More

17/09/2019

Breast cancer

A new study will invite 20,000 French women to have a tailor-made screening for breast cancer, depending on the risk of developing the disease. Breast cancer Read More

17/09/2019

Employment

An app which specializes in on-demand employment is set to be available in Nice by the end of the year. “Side” plans to recruit 3,000 people on temporary employment primarily in sales and service sectors. Employment Read More

17/09/2019

Road safety

In a statement published by the Prefect of the Var motorists in the region have been urged to drive safely. Road safety Read More

17/09/2019

French and Riviera News Tuesday 17th September 2019

La plage des Ondes in Cap d’Antibes has been closed to swimmers due to pollution. French and Riviera News Tuesday 17th September 2019 Read More

17/09/2019

Evening Update Monday 16 September

Members of a range of professions have been demonstrating against pension reforms today Evening Update Monday 16 September Read More

16/09/2019

A 20 year old dies in private pool in Cannes

A 20 year old man has drowned in a private swimming pool in Cannes. The incident happened in the early hours of this morning. It was members of the victim’s family which discovered his body at 1am and alerted emergency services. A 20 year old dies in private pool in Cannes Read More

16/09/2019

Accident on the Voie Rapid in Nice

An accident on the Voie Rapid in Nice this morning has caused long delays for motorists. Accident on the Voie Rapid in Nice Read More

16/09/2019

Accident

An accident on the A7 motorway this morning has caused long tail backs on the motorways around Marseille. Accident Read More

16/09/2019

British man drowns

A British man on a stag do has drowned off the coast of Monaco. The 40-year-old man, who has not been named, was partying on a beach in Cap-D’Ail. British man drowns Read More

16/09/2019

French and Riviera News Monday 16th September 2019

It’s been another deadly weekend on the regions roads with 3 people killed and 9 injured. On Saturday two cars collided on the RDN7 near Le Muy, in the Var killing a 30-year-old man. French and Riviera News Monday 16th September 2019 Read More

16/09/2019