Events

Caen: man convicted of domestic violence in front of his children

A man was tried and convicted in Caen for domestic violence committed in front of his children, the prosecutor's office highlighting the risk of strangulation that could lead to femicide.

Two men tried for attempted cable theft from SNCF

Two men appear for attempted cable theft on the SNCF network, motivated according to one of them by the wish to please his family for Christmas.

The development of funeral cooperatives in France

About ten funeral cooperatives have emerged in France over twenty years, offering personalized and non-profit funeral support in Rennes, Bordeaux, Lille or Nantes.

Tarn-et-Garonne: Cyclist found dead in ditch near Montauban

A man was found dead in a ditch northeast of Montauban on October 31, 2026; emergency responders were unable to resuscitate him and gendarmes opened an investigation.

Roubaix: Trichon farm targets ten tonnes of vegetables per year

Trichon farm in Roubaix grows leeks, tomatoes, zucchini and cabbage with the goal of producing ten tonnes of vegetables per year.

Martinique: Three shooting deaths in Trois-Îlets and Rivière-Salée

Three people were shot dead in two municipalities in southern Martinique during the night from Friday to Saturday, and one person is seriously injured. The investigations have been entrusted to the gendarmerie.

Villeneuve-d'Ascq: Surf Park project on wasteland near Pierre-Mauroy stadium

A Surf Park project is being considered on a brownfield site next to the Pierre-Mauroy stadium, raising questions about its content and impact.

French municipalities face cemetery saturation

Across France, cemeteries are under pressure and municipalities are seeking solutions to free up space. Regulation offers several legal levers to adapt practices.

Tarbes: abandoned burial concessions reoffered at social rates

The city of Tarbes offers at reduced prices around a hundred abandoned graves per year, to enable modest families to access a burial plot.

75-year-old hiker rescued by helicopter in the Gard Cévennes

On Saturday, October 31, 2026, a 75-year-old hiker injured her knee in a fall in the Gard Cévennes. Difficult access required the intervention of a mountain rescue team and evacuation by helicopter.

Halloween parade in the streets of Lantages

On Saturday, October 31, 2026, children from Lantages paraded in costume through the village streets before sharing the candy they collected.

Châlons-en-Champagne: what plan for the market during the works

The municipality of Châlons-en-Champagne must organize the maintenance of the covered market during the renovation of the facility, including an opening on Friday evening.

Man tried for terrorizing his partner and killing his dog

A young defendant appears for violence against his partner and for the death of one of his dogs, the prosecutor's office mentioning an announced femicide.

Tarn: 23-year-old man tried for rape of his partner's younger brother

A 23-year-old man is being tried in Tarn for imposing sexual acts on his partner's younger brother, then aged 12, in exchange for prepaid cards for his game console.

Pressure on Macron's departure and the pincer with Mélenchon

An analysis looks back at calls for Emmanuel Macron's departure, led notably by Jean-Luc Mélenchon, and at the president's fragile position.

Sorghum, African cereal, gains ground in France in the face of climate

Faced with high heat and drought, farmers and researchers are exploring the potential of sorghum, still little widespread in France.

At least six women killed by their partner or ex-partner in October 2026

At least six women were killed in France during October 2026 by their partner or ex-partner, according to a report recounting their stories.

Alba co-founder recounts remote grave-cleaning in Île-de-France

The Alba service offers individuals the cleaning of the graves of their deceased loved ones, including when they live far away. Its co-founder testifies in a Paris-region cemetery ahead of All Saints' Day.

All Saints' Day marked by reflection in New Caledonia cemeteries

All Saints' Day Sunday saw cemetery attendance peak in New Caledonia, in cities and in tribes alike, ahead of the Day of the Dead.

Essonne: Orly residents denounce roof damage caused by aircraft overflights

Residents of Athis-Mons and the mayor of the municipality point to the consequences of aircraft passing over the roofs. Groupe ADP rejects responsibility onto the DGAC.

In Solesmes, opposition boycotts votes and takes legal action

In Solesmes, in the Nord, the municipal opposition is boycotting council votes and announcing it will take legal action.

Agreement for the operation of the Boulonnais horse center's equestrian hub

An agreement now governs the operation of the equestrian hub of the Boulonnais horse center, in the Pas-de-Calais.

Cendrillon shoe shop closes, 68 years after its creation in Oignies

The Cendrillon shoe shop, created 68 years ago in Oignies in Pas-de-Calais, is ending its activity.

A Leclerc Express store to open in Saint-Josse

A Leclerc Express store is set to open soon in Saint-Josse, in Pas-de-Calais.

Caen: 60-year-old man convicted for stolen computer equipment

A 60-year-old man with an extensive criminal record was tried on Thursday, 29 October 2026 in Caen. Police had found stolen computer equipment at his home.

Elbeuf: citizen consultation to name square facing IUT

The City of Elbeuf-sur-Seine is launching a citizen consultation to choose from nine women's names for the square located opposite the IUT, as part of the fight against gender-based violence.