Events

Death of General Christian Piquemal, signatory of the controversial 2021 open letter

Former legionnaire Christian Piquemal, dismissed from the army in 2016 for taking part in a banned demonstration, died on October 23 at the age of 85. He had signed a controversial 2021 open letter by military personnel.

Sinceny: two illuminated signs installed after fatal accident

In Sinceny, two illuminated traffic signs were installed after the fatal accident in May 2026 on a pedestrian crossing.

All Saints' Day: graves looted in several French cemeteries

A few days before All Saints' Day, several French cemeteries have been hit by thefts and vandalism, sparking outrage among families. Torn plaques, broken crosses and missing flowers are reported.

Car rental: driver disputes 1,400-euro bill after return

A driver was billed nearly 1,900 euros after returning a rental car, for missing equipment he says he reported. Lacking written proof, he is struggling to dispute the bill.

Berlaimont: mayor reports anomalies to prosecutor at US Berlaimont

The mayor of Berlaimont has reported financial anomalies to the prosecutor within the US Berlaimont football club, mentioning a risk of closure.

Pine nematode: six new cases in the Landes and Pyrénées-Atlantiques

The prefect of Nouvelle-Aquitaine has signed a decree extending the control measures against pine nematode following six new cases of infestation.

Mulhouse partners with Brest Botanical Conservatory to save threatened Pacific plants

The Brest Botanical Conservatory, which holds the world's largest collection of seeds of threatened plants, has signed an agreement with its Mulhouse counterpart. Mulhouse expertise is intended to help secure the conservation of Pacific island species that have disappeared from their natural habitat.

Sigale: first bread oven festival and twinning with a Piedmontese village

The municipality of Sigale, in the Nice hinterland, organized its first bread oven festival, celebrating a living heritage and renewing ties with the Piedmontese village of Niella Tanaro.

Climbach: investigation into violence against minors at a children's home

An investigation is underway at the Climbach children's home following reports of inappropriate educational practices and violence involving around ten minors. The director, suspended since June, was reinstated on October 26.

Gaggionne engineer honored at international optics competition

Jean-Pierre Lauret, an engineer at Gaggionne company in the Ain department, placed second in the 2026 Nonimaging Optics Design Competition.

Gers: second homes targeted by burglars

Three burglaries of second homes have been reported to the Gers gendarmerie, including an intruder surprised by owners in Réans.

Haute-Savoie: Somfy and VoltR bet on second life for lithium batteries

Somfy and French battery manufacturer VoltR sign a partnership to integrate used lithium batteries into certain Somfy products.

A Rennes-2 student accused of sexual harassment temporarily reinstated

A student at Rennes-2 University, banned from higher education in May 2026 following reports of sexual harassment, has obtained temporary reinstatement at the faculty.

Vaucluse: parents mobilize against closure of Coudoulet school

Parents are mobilizing against the closure of the Coudoulet school group in Orange, with a demonstration planned for November 4 and a petition exceeding 1,100 signatures.

Algeria: French-made products blocked since July, except medicines

Since late July 2026, Algerian importers have allegedly received oral instructions to set aside French-made products, with the exception of medicines, according to Challenges.

France linkproduits français bloqués en Algérie

The Sigilio platform, which lists bad-paying tenants, is being sued.

The CNL requests the suspension of the Sigilio platform, which allows property professionals to list tenants with at least three months of unpaid rent.

Pyrénées-Atlantiques: prefecture eases water restrictions

Thanks to October rainfall and lower pressure on waterways and groundwater, the prefecture announces a significant easing of water restrictions.

Metastatic prostate cancer: hormone therapy extends survival by two years

A study shows that a second-generation hormone therapy administered as a supplement significantly increases survival in patients with metastatic prostate cancer.

Nice: alert over suspicious solicitation by fake "roofer" offering drone diagnosis

A "Vigilant Neighbors" alert reports suspicious solicitation in Gairaut, Nice, by a man posing as a roofer and offering to inspect roofs by drone. An argument already reported elsewhere in France.

Quimper: family man convicted of drug trafficking after a report

A large quantity of heroin, cocaine, ketamine, and MDMA was found at the home of a family man in Quimper, reported by a local resident. The Quimper court convicted him on October 27.

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.

Petite-Forêt misspelled: road sign to be replaced

As the town of Petite-Forêt is misspelled on a sign, the department will have to replace it.

Kazib mocks Consigny and Marshall over their positioning on the left

Anasse Kazib criticizes left-wing figures, arguing that being outflanked on his left by Consigny and Marshall should lead them to quit politics.

Federrec and the Bulk and Reuse Network sign a strategic partnership

The Federation of Recycling, Reuse and Circular Economy Companies and the Bulk and Reuse Network announced the signing of a strategic partnership concluded on September 9.

Kaysersberg Vignoble abolishes its two delegate mayors

The municipal council of Kaysersberg Vignoble voted to abolish the positions of delegate mayor of Kientzheim and Sigolsheim, stemming from the 2016 merger, a decision contested locally.

Laurence Ferrari signs an alarmist editorial on security and state authority

In an editorial, Laurence Ferrari considers that France is in a "state of emergency" in the face of multiplying violence and the collapse of trust in leaders, calling on the state to regain its authority.