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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

Calling all sports fans

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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23.10.2008 0

Sports: 2nd stage along the Riviera

Côte to welcome 2009 Tour de France!

The official announcement yesterday of the 2009 Tour de France’s route contained some unexpected revelations. Whilst Monaco’s role as host for the first stage on July 4th, the traditional time-trial, was not unexpected, the second stage on July 5th caught some by surprise.

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30.07.2007 0

Sports: Summer nights in the Hippodrome introduce mind blowing equestrian event

Equestrian spectacle in Cagnes-sur-Mer tonight

Today, Monday July 30th, an exceptional equestrian spectacle is being performed by Jean-Marc Imbert in Cagnes-sur-Mers' Hippodrome. A horse enthusiast, and a believer in freedom and authenticity,

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26.07.2007 0

Sports: Ferraris and horses this Friday in Cagnes-sur-Mers' Hippodrome

Jockey tournament kicks off tomorrow

Algeria, France, Russia, Spain, Croatia, Italy, the Ukraine and Serbio Montenegro: these eight nationalities will be joining together for the equestrian event of the summer: the 2nd championship of the horse jockeys of the Mediterannean.

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05.07.2007 0

Sports: Canoeing and cayaking for all abilities on the Riviera

Cancayak water sports event this weekend

A wonderful way to discover a water sport and see the spectacular Riviera coastline at the same time is to participate in this year's kayak and canoe event. The popular annual canoe rally, organised by CANCA, the Communauté d'Agglomération Nice Côte d'Azur, takes place this weekend, July 7th and 8th, and is aimed at introducing novices to the sport as well as providing a great forum for the advanced to compete.

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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 …

Event News

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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