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26.11.2011 0

Provence & Côte d'Azur: Antibes' basketball team gets a boost in time for new stadium

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The appointment of new coach Julien Espinosa for Antibes' professional basketball team - Olympique Antibes Juan-les-Pins Côte d'Azur (OAJLP) - is expected to create a winning squad by the time they move to a new stadium in 2013.

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06.11.2009 0

Sport: Sailors and runners get ready to give their all this weekend as two huge sporting events come to Nice

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Aerial view of marathon runners in Nice

Nice is gearing up for a busy weekend of sporting action this weekend with the start of the biggest regatta in the world tomorrow and the second-biggest marathon in France taking place on Sunday.

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24.04.2009 0

Sports: Red sea species and off-season surprises

Deep Blue Diving

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If you’ve been thinking of finally learning to dive, or indulging in an already-established passion, then this month is the perfect time to do it. Warm temperatures, great visibility, and less tourist divers make off-season months ideal for this spot.

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Is Nice really safer?

New statistics on the level of crime in Nice’s worst neighbourhoods have been released but not everyone is in agreement. Since their integration into France’s “priority security zone” program at the start of the year, the city’s most troubled quarters have reportedly seen a 20 per cent drop in low level crime. Opinions on the truth of these figures are split between optimism and cynicism. Read more …

Crackdown on undeclared workers

A national organisation is preparing to do battle with the phenomenon of undeclared workers in the Alpes-Maritimes. URSSAF, which deals with social security contributions and family allowances, launched a sting operation for summer on Tuesday evening. As part of the measures, businesses in the PACA region could face hefty fines if their employees are not declared.Read more …

Grasse, the fastest economic growing town of the A.M.

Grasse has recorded the fastest economic growth in the Alpes Maritimes. According to the Chamber of Commerce, the town has seen a huge increase in profits, positioning it as the number one area with the highest economic growth in the region in the past year.Read more …

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Successfully Navigating the UK and US University Application Process

Carfax Education Monaco is giving a talk entitled 'Successfully Navigating the UK and US University Application Process' at the CREM (Cercle des Résidents Etrangers de Monaco) on Thursday 15th November at 7pm. Read more …

Rencontre de Jardins luxury garden fair

We all want the perfect garden, a place where we can forget the world and enjoy the great outdoors. The problem is we often don't know how to get this perfect garden, nor how to realise it! This September allow yourself to be inspired and educated at the most luxurious and stylish of garden shows.Read more …

It's a busy weekend ahead

Feed your mind, body and soul this weekend as the Riviera plays host to a range of different events and festivals that are sure to put a smile on your face. Add a touch of culture to your beach days or perhaps even a splash of sport. Whatever you choose to do this weekend, temperatures look set to stay in the 30s so get out of the house and into the glorious summer sunshine!Read more …

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