French Riviera local news

French Riviera local news | From 16 to 22/09

Princess Caroline of Monaco Awards Diplomas to Nursing Graduates and Assistants

Princess Caroline has awarded diplomas to 21 nursing graduates and 13 nursing assistants from the Institut de Formation aux Soins Infirmiers In Monaco Princess Caroline of Monaco Awards Diplomas to Nursing Graduates and Assistants Read More

20/09/2024

Evening Update Friday 20th September 2024

Medical Laboratories in the Var and the Alpes Maritimes will be closed from today, Friday 20th, until Monday, 23rd September, due to strike action. Evening Update Friday 20th September 2024 Read More

20/09/2024

French and Riviera News Friday 20th September 2024

A curfew has been imposed on the French Caribbean Island of Martinique after violent protests erupted due to the high cost of living. 14 people were injured, including 11 police officers on Thursday. French and Riviera News Friday 20th September 2024 Read More

20/09/2024

Activist Placed in Provisional Detention

A 34-year-old activist has been placed in provisional detention in Nice for antisemitic posts on social media. Activist Placed in Provisional Detention Read More

19/09/2024

Evening Update Thursday 19th September 2024

According to reports, no PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been found in a May 2024 tap water sample from Mazan, Opio, Nice, and Marseille. However, 43% of 89 water samples across France tested positive Evening Update Thursday 19th September 2024 Read More

19/09/2024

French and Riviera News Thursday 19th September 2024

According to a recent study carried out in France, eight out of ten out of date painkillers sold over the counter, such as paracetamol, remain 90% effective. French and Riviera News Thursday 19th September 2024 Read More

19/09/2024

Evening Update Wednesday 18th September 2024

Menton's mayor, Yves Juhel, supports the call made by Nice's mayor, Christian Estrosi, for the reintroduction of temporary border controls at the French-Italian border. Both believe these measures are necessary to combat illegal immigration, especially following Germany's recent decision to restore identity checks at its borders. Evening Update Wednesday 18th September 2024 Read More

18/09/2024

French and Riviera News Wednesday 18th September 2024

The EU entry-exit system which will introduce fingerprinting and facial recognition checks at ports and airports is expected to be delayed again. French and Riviera News Wednesday 18th September 2024 Read More

18/09/2024

New Animal Shelter Inaugurated by H.S.H. Prince Albert II and Princesse Charlene

H.S.H. Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, President of Monaco's Society for the Protection of Animals (SPA), have officially inaugurated the new animal shelter on September 16 in Peille. The event, attended by Monegasque and French authorities, marks New Animal Shelter Inaugurated by H.S.H. Prince Albert II and Princesse Charlene Read More

17/09/2024

Evening Update Tuesday 17th September 2024

Train services will run as scheduled for Thursday's Champions League match between AS Monaco and FC Barcelona, following a meeting between Monaco's government officials, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, and SNCF representatives. Evening Update Tuesday 17th September 2024 Read More

17/09/2024

Mayor of Nice calls for temporary border checks

Following Germany's decision to reintroduce identity checks at its borders the mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi has called for a similar measure between France and Italy. Mayor of Nice calls for temporary border checks Read More

17/09/2024

Weather warning

The Haute-Corse has been placed on an orange weather alert for thunderstorms and "rain-flooding". Weather warning Read More

17/09/2024

French and Riviera News Tuesday 17th September 2024

France has answered a call from the Portuguese government to help fight the fires that have been raging in the country for several days. French and Riviera News Tuesday 17th September 2024 Read More

17/09/2024

Evening Update Monday 16th September 2024

This year, French farmers, including winegrowers and cereal producers, have faced poor harvests due to excessive rain after battling drought in previous years. The wet conditions caused weed growth and crop diseases, significantly reducing yields, especially for wheat, barley, and grapes. Evening Update Monday 16th September 2024 Read More

16/09/2024

Evening Update Friday 13th September 2024

TGV INOUI and Intercités passengers will, from the 15th of September, be limited to two large suitcases and a small bag, with a fine of €50 for exceeding the allowance. The rule, in place since February with a grace period, aims to clarify baggage limits. Evening Update Friday 13th September 2024 Read More

16/09/2024

French and Riviera News Monday 16th September 2024

Hundreds of protesters have gathered across France at the weekend in support of Gisèle Pélicot, the woman whose husband drugged her and invited more than 80 men to rape her at their home over the course of a decade.  French and Riviera News Monday 16th September 2024 Read More

16/09/2024