– Smile! Here are our five good news of the week in Geneva
No, there is not only bad news in your favorite daily newspaper. There are also some who reassure us about the state of this world which does not always seem to be going very smoothly.
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Béatrice Conne arrived with her WePerf training team, including her coach, Jérôme (right).
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In the whirlwind of daily news, they can go unnoticed. This Friday, we offer you a selection of five good news, with inspiring Genevans, to start your weekend on a positive note.
We waited for Béatrice on the platforms, bib 2821, 71 years old
Béatrice Conne, who ran her first marathon at age 71, burst into tears in the arms of her coach, Jérôme.
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Last Sunday, Béatrice Conne crossed the finish line of the Geneva Marathon with tears in her eyes but a heart filled with pride, despite his recent hip replacements. At 71 years old, this Geneva native, who was one of the oldest in the peloton, took part in her first marathon. Encouraged throughout the journey by her family and friends, Béatrice was above all motivated by her coach and her WePerf team. His feat is a vibrant testimony of courage and determination.
Geneva will have the privilege of celebrating Andy Murray
Andy Murray, here in Miami last March, should soon put away his rackets. The Parc des Eaux-Vives will have the honor of hosting a stage of its “farewell tour”.
AFP
Here is some news that should delight lovers of the little yellow ball. Tennis legend Sir Andy Murray prepares to bid farewell at the Gonet Geneva Open. At 37, the Scot will play one of his last matches on clay before retiring from the professional circuit. An exceptional opportunity for fans to see this three-time Grand Slam winner.
The two free grocery stores have already helped 2,720 households
An assortment of fruits and vegetables is offered, but the beneficiary can modify it if he wishes. This Monday, green tomatoes met with very relative success.
LUCIEN FORTUNATI
The Colis du Cœur ColiShops, recently opened in Charmilles and Carouge, are transforming food distribution by offering solidarity grocery stores where beneficiaries choose their own products. This approach respects their dignity and minimizes waste. More than 7,700 people already benefit from this service, which also stimulates social interactions. Volunteers are essential to this success and a call is launched to strengthen the team!
Alfio Di Guardo, new boss of Cinema Bio
Alfio Di Guardo takes over the programming of the Cinéma Bio de Carouge.
GEORGE CABRERA
Alfio Di Guardo, pillar of Cinémas du Grütli for more than thirty years, is making a new start as general and artistic director of Bio de Carouge. Passionate and versatile, he brings his experience in the management and programming of this historic venue. Mattia Giannone, who until then was in charge of Cinélux, joined on 1er May as deputy director.
The Grand Council votes to lower taxes in Geneva
Geneva, May 2, 2024. Grand Council Hall.
LAURENT GUIRAUD
This is the largest tax cut voted in Geneva since, probably, that of 1999. Taking up a right-wing project, which proposed a reduction in income tax of 7.6% on average, the Council of State – in view of the phenomenal accounts for 2023 – suggests increase to 8.7% on average. The Entente and the right defend this measure as a means of redistribution, while the left protests. The final decision will be made by the people in a referendum.
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