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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
Anglicans ordain Normandy priest
Former aviation engineer makes history in October by becoming the first Anglican priest to be ordained in Normandy
Q&A: Avoid fees on UK money transfer
Personal finance expert Hugh MacDonald helps a reader get his UK pension into his French bank account without charges
Q&A: Working in UK – living in France
Tax and National Insurance complications arise when your workplace is the UK but your home is in France
Planning ahead for old age
Longer lives have important implications for financial planning, says Bill Blevins of Blevins Franks financial group
Loans available to first-time buyers
Q: What loans and grants are available to first time buyers in France? Is there something extra for buying new build?