Call for public debate on maternity ward
For months, the Mayor of La Seyne sur Mer, Marc Vuillemot, has been campaigning against the closure of the local maternity ward at the George-Sand hospital in the west of the Var, and in a his latest attempt to save the institution he has called on the people of the Var to take part in a public debate.
No plans to stop night flights
Mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi has had his plans to stop night flights at Nice Côte d’Azur International airport dashed as airport officials tell him he has “absolutely no authority” in the area.
Three million euros up in flames
It may have been accidental, but the damage is irrepairable as a 50 metre yacht catches fire in the port of Nice.

We must protect our eco-system!
Today, Christian Estrosi, the Mayor of Nice, will introduce his plans for an environmental awareness campaign in schools and colleges throughout the Alpes-Maritimes.
Public transport clamp down in Nice
It’s going to get tougher to take a free ride on public transport across Nice, as authorities plan to down crack down on individuals dodging the system and refusing to pay for their bus and tram fares.
New website to ease transport woes
Tired of turning up to the station to find your train has been delayed, again? In a country where transport workers strike as often as possible, it’s no surprise that commuters suffer disruption on a regular basis. In response, the government has launched a new website to provide users with information on who’s operating, and when.

TheRoman Temple of Verneguessits in a beautiful glade in the woods, northwest ofAix-en-Provenceand just northwest ofLambesc. Most in ruins, but one tall Corinthian column remains, along with some walls and an adajcent Medieval chapel built into the temple walls.

By Russ

TheRoman Temple of Verneguessits in a beautiful glade in the woods, northwest ofAix-en-Provenceand just northwest ofLambesc. Most in ruins, but one tall Corinthian column remains, along with some walls and an adajcent Medieval chapel built into the temple walls.

By Russ

Become a juror at the Cannes Film Festival
Are you passionate about film and mad about cinema? The CRIJ Côte d’Azur is offering talented young residents the perfect opportunity to get your teeth into the wonderful world of film by becoming a jury member at the famous Cannes Film Festival, taking place this summer on the Riviera.
Drug bust in La Turbie
A 44-year-old Italian man convicted of smuggling 80 kilograms of hash through France has reportedly told a Nice court that he had managed to successfully transport a much bigger load just weeks before being caught.
Redknapp cleared of misusing Monaco account
Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has been cleared of using a Monaco bank account to avoid paying taxes.

Course du Soleil in the snow
It won’t be just snowfall halting traffic on Sunday morning, over a thousand runners are expected to take part in the annual Course du Soleil this weekend – despite the freezing temperatures – resulting in some traffic disruptions in the morning.
Fifth man charged over Unik death
Police have charged a fifth man over the death of jeweller Thierry Unik. Hafid Dafri, a 41-year-old resident of Cannes La Bocca, will now face life imprisonment for his involvement in the armed robbery case that has rocked the Riviera.
Drop a degree!
As the Côte d’Azur shivers, electricity and energy consumption has continued to soar. With temperatures due to drop below freezing again tonight, people in the region are being encouraged to cut back on their electricty usage in a bid to reduce the risk of power cuts.