Events

High cost of living in overseas territories: a video investigation into mass retail prices

A YouTube investigation by former journalist Thierry Coiffier, viewed more than 155,000 times, deciphers the causes of high prices in the overseas territories.

Isques: two men arrested for transporting 44 people in a van

Two men were arrested in Isques (Pas-de-Calais) for having transported 44 people in a van, in a context of migrant trafficking.

Tavaco: man arrested after grocery store robbery

A man suspected of robbing a Tavaco grocery store on October 19 was arrested by gendarmes at the start of the week. He is to be tried Thursday in immediate appearance.

Miquelon: tug-of-war over flood prevention plan funds

The president of the Conseil territorial and the mayor of Miquelon-Langlade are opposing each other by letter over the use of PAPI funds and the financing of village protection works.

Olivia Grégoire argues for redirecting French savings toward SMEs

Tasked with a mission on the sustainability of very small and small-to-medium enterprises, Olivia Grégoire is backing budget amendments to facilitate business transfers and redirect savings toward the equity of small French companies.

Investigation into the prostitution of minors in Saint-Nazaire

An investigation by Ouest-France questions the reality and detection of the sexual exploitation of minors in Saint-Nazaire, in Loire-Atlantique.

Paris: uncertainty over installation of promised air circulators in schools

The City of Paris is questioning its ability to install the promised air circulators in schools before the next heatwave.

Two young gendarmes commended after arrest of copper thieves

During the command handover of the Rethel company, two gendarmes were honored for their responsiveness during the arrest of copper thieves.

Road accident leaves one injured in Ballon-Saint-Mars

In the night of October 27 to 28, 2026, a road accident left one person injured in Ballon-Saint-Mars, in the Sarthe department. Six firefighters responded to the scene.

Gers: motorist seriously injured after running off the road in Lupiac

A man in his fifties was seriously injured on Tuesday evening in Lupiac, in the Gers, after his car left the road, likely to avoid an animal. He was airlifted.

Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne: fire ravages 14 vehicles on public parking lot

Overnight from October 26 to 27, 2026, a fire damaged 14 vehicles, including a scooter, on a public parking lot in Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne. Owners oscillate between anger and sadness.

Toulon: cemetery access instructions for All Saints' Day

The city of Toulon is adjusting traffic and access hours at its cemeteries to facilitate visits until November 1.

Saône-et-Loire: suspect arrested with 40 kg of cocaine remains in detention

Two individuals transporting 40 kg of cocaine were arrested in July by gendarmes; one of the suspects remains in prison.

The police prefecture warns about "swatting" and its consequences

The police prefecture reminds that false emergency calls that unnecessarily mobilise intervention forces are punishable by two years' imprisonment and a €38,000 fine.

Gilles Platret accuses teachers' unions of "fragmenting the people"

Gilles Platret criticises the teachers' union organisations, which he accuses of seeking to undermine the unity of the Nation.

Flash audit by the IGF on the social landlord ACM Habitat in Montpellier

The General Inspectorate of Finances intervened at the headquarters of the Montpellier social landlord ACM Habitat on 29 September. Michaël Delafosse refers to a national audit.

Saint-Aygulf: a worksite to clear tree trunks from the Argens

A dismantling operation was carried out in Saint-Aygulf to remove tree trunks washed downstream by the storms under the RD559 bridge, with alternating traffic.

Personal accident at Golfe-Juan: rail traffic interrupted on the French Riviera

A personal accident occurred at Golfe-Juan Vallauris station, interrupting train traffic in both directions on the French Riviera.

Ariège: municipal order banning gatherings sparks controversy

A municipality in Ariège has issued an order banning all gatherings in a large part of the town, extending the perimeter set by the prefecture, sparking controversy over freedom of assembly.

Rising cost of AI weighs on corporate budgets

French companies rolling out AI see their budgets exceed forecasts, by up to 300 euros per month per employee, but consider it a necessity to remain competitive.

Chauny: Territoire d'Ailleurs store closes after 22 years

The Territoire d'Ailleurs store, located in Chauny for 22 years, is closing its doors. Its manager speaks of the end of a commercial adventure.

Thun-l'Évêque: Palestinian intercepted with cigarettes and painkillers

A Palestinian was intercepted at the Thun-l'Évêque toll booth, in the Nord department, with a shipment of cigarettes and painkillers.

Two operations on the water network on October 28 and 29

Reservoir cleaning work and operations on the water network are scheduled for October 28 and 29, with a risk of disruption to water supply for affected users.

Aix-en-Provence: night anti-crime unit hunts narco-drone operators

The Aix-en-Provence night anti-crime unit is tracking down remote pilots who deliver parcels by drone to the prison, often minors apprehended almost every evening.

Nice: increased canteen pricing for unjustified absences sparks debate

The city of Nice is increasing the school canteen rate in case of unjustified absence, prompting numerous reactions and questions from parents.

A Lyon-Strasbourg train project with a stop in the Jura at lower cost

A group led by two TER train drivers is proposing a direct Lyon-Strasbourg rail link via the Jura, with cheaper fares, to open up the territory.