Latest Local News in Cannes
Wednesday 20 January - Sales On
The sales start today throughout France.
President Macron will speak to the nation tonight re the virus. (Let's hope he is not as boring as his prime minister usually is)
Lots of snow but no skiiing yet.
Which mask to wear? Surgical mask FFFP2 is 94% efficace; Category 1 material is 90%; Cat 2 70%. Home made not been tested.
The sales start today throughout France.
President Macron will speak to the nation tonight re the virus. (Let's hope he is not as boring as his prime minister usually is)
Lots of snow but no skiiing yet.
Which mask to wear? Surgical mask FFFP2 is 94% efficace; Category 1 material is 90%; Cat 2 70%. Home made not been tested.
Tuesday 19 January
Three restaurants in the Alpes Maritimes have been awarded their first Michelin star: Theoule - L'Or Bleu; Antibes - Louroc at Eden Roc Hotel; and Les Agitateurs - Nice.
The Michelin Guide stands alone in making awards this year. Other guides have cited the coronavirus for missing a year.
Three restaurants in the Alpes Maritimes have been awarded their first Michelin star: Theoule - L'Or Bleu; Antibes - Louroc at Eden Roc Hotel; and Les Agitateurs - Nice.
The Michelin Guide stands alone in making awards this year. Other guides have cited the coronavirus for missing a year.
Monday 18 January
The British government has released its new Global Health Insurance Card (Ghic). It replaces the European card although this can still be used until its end date. The Ghic lasts five years. It can only be used for the moment in EU member states, including France. Brits resident in France can continue to use the Ehic,
The British government has released its new Global Health Insurance Card (Ghic). It replaces the European card although this can still be used until its end date. The Ghic lasts five years. It can only be used for the moment in EU member states, including France. Brits resident in France can continue to use the Ehic,
Friday 15 January
The winter sales take place 20 January to 16 February. Cannes is offering all day parking for the first five days for just 5.50 euros on production of a receipt showing you have made a purchase in town. Also remember on Saturdays and Sundays there are three hours free parking in all municipal car parks. The rue d'Antibes will be pedestrianised on Saturday (23rd) afternoon. There will be events and promotions all weekend.
The winter sales take place 20 January to 16 February. Cannes is offering all day parking for the first five days for just 5.50 euros on production of a receipt showing you have made a purchase in town. Also remember on Saturdays and Sundays there are three hours free parking in all municipal car parks. The rue d'Antibes will be pedestrianised on Saturday (23rd) afternoon. There will be events and promotions all weekend.
Thursday 14 January
New rules apply to Brits coming to France. In general terms, you cannot bring in meat and dairy products as well as plants, cut flowers, seeds, vegetables and fruit. Thankfully, you can bring teabags, coffee, rolled oats, chocolate, biscuits and baked beans. Alcohol will be cheaper with no UK excise duty at ports and airports. There are also new rules on what you can take back to Blighty from France.
New rules apply to Brits coming to France. In general terms, you cannot bring in meat and dairy products as well as plants, cut flowers, seeds, vegetables and fruit. Thankfully, you can bring teabags, coffee, rolled oats, chocolate, biscuits and baked beans. Alcohol will be cheaper with no UK excise duty at ports and airports. There are also new rules on what you can take back to Blighty from France.
Wednesday 13 January
Everyone aged 75+ in Cannes can now book an appointment to be vaccinated at the Palais des Festivals or at La Bocca. Go to www.cannes.com or telephone 04 97 06 40 00.
The first person was vaccinated this morning at the Palais. La Bocca opens on Monday.
Everyone aged 75+ in Cannes can now book an appointment to be vaccinated at the Palais des Festivals or at La Bocca. Go to www.cannes.com or telephone 04 97 06 40 00.
The first person was vaccinated this morning at the Palais. La Bocca opens on Monday.
Tuesday 12 January
Nice Airport has taken advantage of this quiet time for travel to re-lay its north runway.
Cannes and Antibes have both entered the race to become the French capital of culture next year.
PACA is the worst performing region in France for the number of vaccines given: just 6,926 up to yesterday or 0.132% of the population. France not doing too well overall with only 138,351 people vaccinated by yesterday.
Nice Airport has taken advantage of this quiet time for travel to re-lay its north runway.
Cannes and Antibes have both entered the race to become the French capital of culture next year.
PACA is the worst performing region in France for the number of vaccines given: just 6,926 up to yesterday or 0.132% of the population. France not doing too well overall with only 138,351 people vaccinated by yesterday.
Monday 11 January
From 18 January all French residents aged 75 and over can be vaccinated. An appointments system will be available from 14 January at www.sante.fr to book appointments. A telephone number will also let people find their nearest vaccination centre. The time between doses of the Pfizer vaccine has been extended to six, instead of three, weeks.
From 18 January all French residents aged 75 and over can be vaccinated. An appointments system will be available from 14 January at www.sante.fr to book appointments. A telephone number will also let people find their nearest vaccination centre. The time between doses of the Pfizer vaccine has been extended to six, instead of three, weeks.
Friday 8 January
Jazz a Juan festival has been scheduled for 9-25 July this year. The performers will be announced later but expect some top names in 2021.
Cannes has come 4th in France for the largest municipal police force: after Nice, Marseille and Lyon.
Jazz a Juan festival has been scheduled for 9-25 July this year. The performers will be announced later but expect some top names in 2021.
Cannes has come 4th in France for the largest municipal police force: after Nice, Marseille and Lyon.
Thursday 7 January
From today all health workers over the age of 50 or with underlying health problems can telephone to make an appointment for a vaccination at the Palais des Festivals which opens its door on Saturday. This followed all care home patients and staff, and Cannes hospital, being offered vaccines. Cannes is awaiting permission from the state to open its facilities to the public, The town is working with local GPs to plan the programme.
From today all health workers over the age of 50 or with underlying health problems can telephone to make an appointment for a vaccination at the Palais des Festivals which opens its door on Saturday. This followed all care home patients and staff, and Cannes hospital, being offered vaccines. Cannes is awaiting permission from the state to open its facilities to the public, The town is working with local GPs to plan the programme.
Wednesday 6 January
After three days and nights of non stop snow the nearest ski resort to Cannes, Greolieres, has seen 1.50m envelope the hamlet.
And after days and days of rain, Cannes today basks finally in sunshine.
After three days and nights of non stop snow the nearest ski resort to Cannes, Greolieres, has seen 1.50m envelope the hamlet.
And after days and days of rain, Cannes today basks finally in sunshine.
Tuesday 5 January
With only a couple of thousand people in the whole of France vaccinated, Macron and his government have come under serious pressure to ramp things up. There will be a press conference on Thursday afternoon when details of how to register to be vaccinated are revealed.
The Alpes Maritimes has reported 329.8 cases per 100,000 people. The national level is 136/100k
With only a couple of thousand people in the whole of France vaccinated, Macron and his government have come under serious pressure to ramp things up. There will be a press conference on Thursday afternoon when details of how to register to be vaccinated are revealed.
The Alpes Maritimes has reported 329.8 cases per 100,000 people. The national level is 136/100k
Monday 4 January
The Mayor of Cannes has two mass vaccination centres ready to go. He even bought two special freezers for the Pfizer vaccine at a cost of 5,000 euros each ex VAT. The two centres are at the Palais des Festivals and, in La Bocca, the sports Palais des Victoires.
The Mayor of Cannes has two mass vaccination centres ready to go. He even bought two special freezers for the Pfizer vaccine at a cost of 5,000 euros each ex VAT. The two centres are at the Palais des Festivals and, in La Bocca, the sports Palais des Victoires.
Saturday 2 January
CURFEW TODAY MOVES TO 6PM FROM 8PM
THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE OF THE ALPES MARITIMES
BE WARNED: YOU NEED A FORM AND CAN BE FINED WITHOUT A VALID REASON TO BE OUT
CURFEW TODAY MOVES TO 6PM FROM 8PM
THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE OF THE ALPES MARITIMES
BE WARNED: YOU NEED A FORM AND CAN BE FINED WITHOUT A VALID REASON TO BE OUT
Friday 1 January
HAPPY NEW YEAR
HERE'S TO A HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER 2021
HAPPY NEW YEAR
HERE'S TO A HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER 2021
December Highlights
Wednesday 30 December
Cannes sees the first vaccines rolled out today. The first batch is supplied to care home residents and staff and long term patients in hospitals.
Wednesday 30 December
Cannes sees the first vaccines rolled out today. The first batch is supplied to care home residents and staff and long term patients in hospitals.
Friday 25 December
HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE
HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE
Thursday 24 December - Xmas Eve
Time's up: Brexit is done. More than four years after the Brits voted to leave the EU the transition period, which ends 31 December this year, concludes - finally - with a trade deal.
Time's up: Brexit is done. More than four years after the Brits voted to leave the EU the transition period, which ends 31 December this year, concludes - finally - with a trade deal.
Thursday 17 December
Brits wanting to bring their pets or guide dogs into France need to make sure they are electronically tagged and have been fully vaccinated. From 1 January in addition you will need to obtain from a vet, within 10 days of travelling, a health certificate valid for four months.
Brits wanting to bring their pets or guide dogs into France need to make sure they are electronically tagged and have been fully vaccinated. From 1 January in addition you will need to obtain from a vet, within 10 days of travelling, a health certificate valid for four months.
Thursday 10 December
The ski resorts are open but without the ski lifts so if you do visit for Christmas what can you expect? On offer at the various resorts are ice skating, dog sleigh rides, snow shoes and ski walks, as well as luge and boules on ice plus Christmas markets and Father Christmas visits.
Photo; Nice Matin, Isola
The ski resorts are open but without the ski lifts so if you do visit for Christmas what can you expect? On offer at the various resorts are ice skating, dog sleigh rides, snow shoes and ski walks, as well as luge and boules on ice plus Christmas markets and Father Christmas visits.
Photo; Nice Matin, Isola
Wednesday 9 December
The Palais des Festivals in Cannes has lost 73% of its business this year due to the virus. About 400,000 hotel nights have been lost in the Cannes basin. Cannes reports a loss of 700 million euros for 2020.
The Palais des Festivals in Cannes has lost 73% of its business this year due to the virus. About 400,000 hotel nights have been lost in the Cannes basin. Cannes reports a loss of 700 million euros for 2020.
Monday 7 December
The famous crib at Le Suquet church celebrates its centenary this Christmas. It has been renovated thanks to a 62-year-old benefactor and this year the music box works: it was repaired in Scotland. This giant crib is the largest in France at six by four meters. The creche is a true nativity scene, known as a Sulpice Creche, not a Provencal one. You can visit every day from 9am to noon and from 2-5pm. Don't forget your one euro to put in the machine to make it work.
The famous crib at Le Suquet church celebrates its centenary this Christmas. It has been renovated thanks to a 62-year-old benefactor and this year the music box works: it was repaired in Scotland. This giant crib is the largest in France at six by four meters. The creche is a true nativity scene, known as a Sulpice Creche, not a Provencal one. You can visit every day from 9am to noon and from 2-5pm. Don't forget your one euro to put in the machine to make it work.
NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Tuesday 24 November
The Rolex Monte Carlo Masters hopes to go ahead in 2021, from 10 - 18 April. The online ticket office open 19 January.
The Rolex Monte Carlo Masters hopes to go ahead in 2021, from 10 - 18 April. The online ticket office open 19 January.
Monday 23 November
The European Court of Justice has ruled that France's laws on Cannabidiol (CBD) are unlawful: the products are not narcotics. It states "CBD does not have a negative effect on human health".
The European Court of Justice has ruled that France's laws on Cannabidiol (CBD) are unlawful: the products are not narcotics. It states "CBD does not have a negative effect on human health".
Monday 9 November
The proposed A8 slip road at the Tourrades has finally got the go ahead four years after it was first presented by Escota Vinci Autoroutes.
The project will be completed in 2024.
The proposed A8 slip road at the Tourrades has finally got the go ahead four years after it was first presented by Escota Vinci Autoroutes.
The project will be completed in 2024.
Friday 6 November
The French government recommends we all take vitamin D supplements to help fight off coronavirus. Here in Cannes make sure you get out into the sun as much as possible in winter: the skin naturally produces Vit D in sunshine. Also you can eat fish, cold liver oil, calves liver, cheese and full fat milk to help keep topped up.
The French government recommends we all take vitamin D supplements to help fight off coronavirus. Here in Cannes make sure you get out into the sun as much as possible in winter: the skin naturally produces Vit D in sunshine. Also you can eat fish, cold liver oil, calves liver, cheese and full fat milk to help keep topped up.
Thursday 5 November
There is now a government web site with all the virus information you need plus forms on www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus
There is now a government web site with all the virus information you need plus forms on www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus
OCTOBER HIGHLIGHTS
Friday 30 October - Lockdown You need an "attestation de deplacement" to leave your home. It can be on your phone, printed out or handwritten.
Friday 30 October - Lockdown You need an "attestation de deplacement" to leave your home. It can be on your phone, printed out or handwritten.
Tuesday 20 October
The web site for British expats to apply for a residency card is open. It is http://invite.contacts-demarches.interieur.gouv.fr/
You need to scroll down a little to the Brexit box. At the bottom of the first page that comes up click on the British flag for the English version. For holders of a Carte de Sejour it is very straightforward but you do need to have scanned the face of the residency card in order to attach it.
The web site for British expats to apply for a residency card is open. It is http://invite.contacts-demarches.interieur.gouv.fr/
You need to scroll down a little to the Brexit box. At the bottom of the first page that comes up click on the British flag for the English version. For holders of a Carte de Sejour it is very straightforward but you do need to have scanned the face of the residency card in order to attach it.
Monday 19 October
The third and fourth phases of improving the beach and promenade starts next month and will be completed by July 2021.
The third and fourth phases of improving the beach and promenade starts next month and will be completed by July 2021.
Tuesday 13 October
French newspaper Le Figaro has announced the top 10 retirement towns for 2020. Cannes, which came third last year, is seventh. The drop is due to high property prices according to Le Figaro.
French newspaper Le Figaro has announced the top 10 retirement towns for 2020. Cannes, which came third last year, is seventh. The drop is due to high property prices according to Le Figaro.
September Highlights
Monday 21 September
From today you can rent an electric bicycle in Cannes for just 36 euros a month for a maximum of three months. It is known as Palm Velo contact@palmvelo.fr
From today you can rent an electric bicycle in Cannes for just 36 euros a month for a maximum of three months. It is known as Palm Velo contact@palmvelo.fr
Thursday 17 September
Plant lovers need to head to the new Grainotheque at Vence when it opens 26 September. This seed (library) bank can be found at the multimedia library in Place du Grand Jardin. The seeds, for plants, flowers, herbs and vegetables, will be free.
Plant lovers need to head to the new Grainotheque at Vence when it opens 26 September. This seed (library) bank can be found at the multimedia library in Place du Grand Jardin. The seeds, for plants, flowers, herbs and vegetables, will be free.
Thursday 10 September
The season for the famous cheese Mont d'Or starts today so head to your nearest cheese shop. It has been mentioned in writings since 1280 and was the favourite cheese of Louis XV.
The season for the famous cheese Mont d'Or starts today so head to your nearest cheese shop. It has been mentioned in writings since 1280 and was the favourite cheese of Louis XV.
Friday 4 September
The two seater all electric Citroen AMI is for sale for just 6,200 euros for the basic model, including delivery. Ideal for town driving, it has a range of 75 km at a max speed of 45kph and takes just three hours to charge.
The two seater all electric Citroen AMI is for sale for just 6,200 euros for the basic model, including delivery. Ideal for town driving, it has a range of 75 km at a max speed of 45kph and takes just three hours to charge.
August Highlights
Thursday 13 August
The French government has decreed that one of the three types of surgical masks must be worn on flights arriving and departing France.
Thursday 13 August
The French government has decreed that one of the three types of surgical masks must be worn on flights arriving and departing France.
July Highlights
Wednesday 15 July
Blood tests are available at chemists to test for coronavirus antibodies. Results are ready within 15 minutes and cost between 9 and 15 euros. It does not tell you if you have the virus. It shows if you have had the virus in the last three weeks. The tests are carried out by the pharmacist.
Wednesday 15 July
Blood tests are available at chemists to test for coronavirus antibodies. Results are ready within 15 minutes and cost between 9 and 15 euros. It does not tell you if you have the virus. It shows if you have had the virus in the last three weeks. The tests are carried out by the pharmacist.
Tuesday 14 July - Bastille Day
Britain will leave the European Union 31 December this year. Both UK and France have opened web sites to help residents, second homeowners, businesses and tourists. The UK is asking everyone to apply now if your passport will have less than six months on it from 1 January 2021. See: gov.uk/transition and brexit.gov.fr
Britain will leave the European Union 31 December this year. Both UK and France have opened web sites to help residents, second homeowners, businesses and tourists. The UK is asking everyone to apply now if your passport will have less than six months on it from 1 January 2021. See: gov.uk/transition and brexit.gov.fr
June Highlights
Tuesday 23 June
New laws come into force regarding use of mobile phones while driving. In addition to the fine and points, you can now lose your driving licence for six months. Only fully hands free systems are allowed. Using a headset is not allowable.
Tuesday 23 June
New laws come into force regarding use of mobile phones while driving. In addition to the fine and points, you can now lose your driving licence for six months. Only fully hands free systems are allowed. Using a headset is not allowable.
May Highlights
Tuesday 5 May
The consumer group Que Choisir has produced a letter in French for you to send to your car insurance company (see UFC-Choisir) demanding a refund. The vehicle insurance companies are making monthly savings of 750m euros. Que Choisir says on average a rebate of 50 euros is due to car drivers and 29 euros to motorcyclists.
Tuesday 5 May
The consumer group Que Choisir has produced a letter in French for you to send to your car insurance company (see UFC-Choisir) demanding a refund. The vehicle insurance companies are making monthly savings of 750m euros. Que Choisir says on average a rebate of 50 euros is due to car drivers and 29 euros to motorcyclists.
March Highlights
Friday 6 March
Beef is butchered differently in France from the UK. Onglet and bavette are skirt and basse cote is chuck steak all of which the Brits would use for stewing or braising. The French, however, often cut the onglet and bavette thinly and flash fry it as steak. Other stewing cuts include: jarret=shin; paleron=blade; plat de cote= brisket on the bone. French friends say if you want a good steak go to a restaurant.
Friday 6 March
Beef is butchered differently in France from the UK. Onglet and bavette are skirt and basse cote is chuck steak all of which the Brits would use for stewing or braising. The French, however, often cut the onglet and bavette thinly and flash fry it as steak. Other stewing cuts include: jarret=shin; paleron=blade; plat de cote= brisket on the bone. French friends say if you want a good steak go to a restaurant.
Thursday 5 March
David Lisnard (51) is the current mayor of Cannes. So who is he? He comes from generations of Cannois through his father. His great grandfather built the marche Forville in 1934. His grandparents owned the hotel Soleil d'Azur. His father was a professional footballer who married a dancer. After school in Cannes, M Lisnard went on to study politics in Bordeaux and Paris. Following his military service his political life began, returning to Cannes in 1999.
David Lisnard (51) is the current mayor of Cannes. So who is he? He comes from generations of Cannois through his father. His great grandfather built the marche Forville in 1934. His grandparents owned the hotel Soleil d'Azur. His father was a professional footballer who married a dancer. After school in Cannes, M Lisnard went on to study politics in Bordeaux and Paris. Following his military service his political life began, returning to Cannes in 1999.
January Highlights
Monday 20 January
If you hate throwing things away you can give your clothes, furniture, electrical goods, toys, books etc to Ressourcerie. They are repaired and refurbished before being sold at deliberately low prices. Nearest is 8 ave Urbain Bosio, Nice. See www.ressourcerie.fr
Two other organisations do similarly- Erasmus and Envie.
Monday 20 January
If you hate throwing things away you can give your clothes, furniture, electrical goods, toys, books etc to Ressourcerie. They are repaired and refurbished before being sold at deliberately low prices. Nearest is 8 ave Urbain Bosio, Nice. See www.ressourcerie.fr
Two other organisations do similarly- Erasmus and Envie.
Saturday 4 January
If you have held your top up health insurance (mutuelle) for at least one year, you will now be able to cancel or change it whenever you want. New for 2020, people have a choice of spectacles and dental work, such as crowns, "free" of charge. There is a cap of 400 euros for hearing aids.
If you have held your top up health insurance (mutuelle) for at least one year, you will now be able to cancel or change it whenever you want. New for 2020, people have a choice of spectacles and dental work, such as crowns, "free" of charge. There is a cap of 400 euros for hearing aids.
Wednesday 1 January
Wishing everyone health and happiness for 2020.
Wishing everyone health and happiness for 2020.
2019 Highlights
Thursday 14 November
There are 7,600 properties registered at the Cannes Mairie as available for holiday lets. The highest prices are not for the Film Festival but for MIPIM and the Lyons conferences - with up to 10 times the normal price.
There are 7,600 properties registered at the Cannes Mairie as available for holiday lets. The highest prices are not for the Film Festival but for MIPIM and the Lyons conferences - with up to 10 times the normal price.
Tuesday 29 October
The mayor can now boast 197 municipal police, 56 community police officers, 47 ASVP (environmental police), a mounted brigade, and 12 dog handlers. There are also 642 video cameras in town and his officers are trialling body worn cameras.
The mayor can now boast 197 municipal police, 56 community police officers, 47 ASVP (environmental police), a mounted brigade, and 12 dog handlers. There are also 642 video cameras in town and his officers are trialling body worn cameras.
Pennaria Disticha
Friday 18 October
First discovered late this summer in Cannes, it was initially thought to be a toxic algae. Test results are now in and it is, in fact, a member of the jellyfish family. Do not touch it as it leaves you with particularly nasty "burns".
First discovered late this summer in Cannes, it was initially thought to be a toxic algae. Test results are now in and it is, in fact, a member of the jellyfish family. Do not touch it as it leaves you with particularly nasty "burns".
Wednesday 9 October
Releasing balloons and Chinese Lanterns has been banned in the Alpes Maritimes by the prefect - only the third department in France to do so.
Releasing balloons and Chinese Lanterns has been banned in the Alpes Maritimes by the prefect - only the third department in France to do so.