Lyon
New Micro-Crèche ‘Petit à Petons’ to Open in Vaulx-en-Velin by September 2026
A new 'Petit à Petons' micro-crèche, the third of its kind in Vaulx-en-Velin, is scheduled to open in the Village district by September...
Sophie LaurentAugust 20, 2026
Lyon Weekend Guide: Top Activities from August 20-23, 2026
As August draws to a close, Lyon offers a diverse range of activities for the weekend of August 20-23, 2026. From open-air cinema...
Sophie LaurentAugust 20, 2026
Fire Station Near Lyon Targeted in Second Burglary in Days
Vaugneray, France – Just days after a similar incident, the Vaugneray fire station, located west of Lyon, was burgled overnight between August 16th...
Sophie LaurentAugust 19, 2026
Fire Breaks Out in Central Lyon Building, Twenty Firefighters Respond
A fire broke out in a building on Rue Bourgelat in Lyon's 2nd arrondissement around 1:25 PM on Tuesday, August 18th. Approximately twenty...
Sophie LaurentAugust 19, 2026
La Marquise, Iconic Lyon Nightclub, Closes After 30 Years
La Marquise, the iconic barge that served as a cafe, bar, and nightclub on the banks of the Rhône in Lyon since 1994,...
Sophie LaurentAugust 19, 2026
Young Fox Biting Residents May Be Euthanized Near Lyon
A young fox has bitten several residents near Lyon, prompting local authorities to consider euthanasia. The incidents have raised concerns among the community...
Sophie LaurentAugust 19, 2026
Motorhome Fire Near Lyon Closes A46 and A432, Spreads to 3 Hectares
A motorhome fire following a traffic accident on the A46 near Cailloux-sur-Fontaines, Lyon, on Sunday afternoon, led to the closure of the A46...
Sophie LaurentAugust 18, 2026
Man Dies After Fall from 7th Floor Apartment in Villeurbanne, Near Lyon
A 57-year-old man died after falling from the 7th floor of his apartment building in Villeurbanne, near Lyon, on Sunday night. Authorities are...
Sophie LaurentAugust 18, 2026
Lyon Restaurant ‘Le Bouchon Alsacien’ Seeks Public Support Amid Financial Difficulties
Le Bouchon Alsacien, a restaurant that opened in Lyon in September 2025, is already in financial trouble and has entered receivership. The establishment...
Sophie LaurentAugust 18, 2026
Lyon Embraces Canine Culture: Dog-Friendly Cafes and Boutiques Flourish
Lyon is experiencing a new wave of pet-centric businesses, with three dog-friendly concept stores opening this summer. These establishments, like Vesper Garden and...
Sophie LaurentAugust 18, 2026
