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Historic planning safeguard is axed
The future of conservation areas has been thrown into doubt by changes to the planning process for building in them.
Avoiding language traps in French
Look out for words in English and French that look the same but have very different meanings
Website gives cash for old mobiles
Old mobile phones can be exchanged for cash and then recycled via a website recently launched in France
Art inspired by Shakespeare works
Paintings and sculptures inspired by the work of Shakespeare go on display in Tours in October
One-euro book sale near Ruffec
Charity book, CD and DVD sale takes place on October 4 in Clussais-la-Pommeraie, near Ruffec
Prize pumpkins in Mayenne pub
Pumpkin-growers from across Pays de la Loire descend on a traditional pub in the Mayenne on October 3 to do battle
Cat-lovers unite for gala event
Les Amis des Chats celebrates World Animal Day with a seven-course gala dinner and awards ceremony on October 3
Volunteers sought for SOS helpline
SOS Help, the English-language counselling service, is appealing for more volunteers to man the helpline
Making the most of life in Brittany
Annual fair on “living, working and enjoying life in Brittany” at the Palais des Congrès in Pontivy on October 9 and 10.
Murder mystery for drama troupe
Franco-British theatre group in the Midi-Pyrénées performs two murder mysteries on October 2 and 3