It is urgent to give mayors the means to act against territorial devitalization

01. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

In an op-ed published by Le Monde, an author warns about the growing devitalization of French territories and advocates for strengthening mayors' powers. This devitalization threatens rural and peri-urban areas through population loss and economic decline. The call emphasizes the urgency of concrete measures to revitalize these spaces.

French right targets Châtillon for 2026 municipal elections

02. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

In the Hauts-de-Seine region, the town of Châtillon is drawing attention from France's right-wing parties ahead of the 2026 municipal elections. Conservative groups see a chance to gain ground following strong performances in recent legislative votes. The incumbent left-leaning mayor is confronting increased mobilization from the opposition.

Eskilstuna valittaa vaarallisen kemikaalin luvan

03. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI

Eskilstunan kunta on valittanut luvan, joka sallii paikallisen yrityksen käyttää vaarallista kemikaalia metyleenikloridia EU-kieltoa huolimatta. Aine liittyy vakaviin terveysriskiin, mukaan lukien syöpä. Kunta piti lehdistötilaisuuden keskustellakseen asiasta ja sen vastustuksista.

Attack on Herdecke's mayor Iris Stalzer

Herdecke's newly elected mayor, Iris Stalzer, was severely stabbed in her home and is fighting for her life. Police do not suspect a political motive but are investigating possible family-related background. A murder commission has taken over the investigation.