Violent fire, FCR, wild boars… What happened this week in Rouen

Between the twists and turns of the FCR, the violent fire at the Delbo center and the controversy surrounding the “Foreigners Out” evening, the news was particularly dense this week from June 24 to 30, 2024 in Rouen (Seine-Maritime). For those who haven’t followed everything, the editorial staff of 76- to offer you a short summary.

News of the week in Rouen

A violent fire on the left bank

A violent fire took place on the left bank of Rouen on Wednesday June 26. The impressive plume of smoke alerted many residents. It was the city’s technical center that burned. Details in this article.

Grieu post office under threat

The small post office in the Grieu district of Rouen is threatened with closure. Residents denounce a decision which will isolate them even more. They started a petition.

The “Strangers Outside” evening canceled

The “Foreigners Out” evening organized by the far-right identity association Le Mora has finally been canceled. However, the administrative court had decided to suspend the order issued by the mayor of Rouen, Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol, aimed at banning this evening.

Furthermore, the Minister of the Interior declared on the airwaves of our colleagues at France Info that he was going to request the dissolution of the association.

Twists and turns at the FCR

Against all expectations, Iwan Postel, the new president of the Rouen club, announced Friday June 28 that he would finally appeal the decision to demote to National 2 pronounced on June 27 by the DNCG, the financial policeman of French football. There is still hope for the FCR!

Wild boars at the foot of buildings

A resident of Hauts de Rouen has raised the alarm about the situation of wild boars, which are now roaming at the foot of buildings, as can be seen in videos sent. Although the problem is not new, the mayor assures that “the number of complaints and calls has decreased significantly.”

Good to know in Rouen

And the Rouennais’ favourite bar is…

76- and Côté Rouen invite you to elect the Rouen residents’ favorite bar or café. There are many candidates in Rouen. The votes are open! To participate, click here.

An escape game on the theme of the Olympic flame

An escape game on the theme of the Olympic flame is offered at the Quartier Libre, left bank in Rouen until September 2024. We present it to you in this video article.

The return of the Monumental Forest!

The second edition of Forêt Monumentale began on June 20, 2024, in the Canteleu forest… 13 giant works can be discovered in the great outdoors. Details and images here.

A new exhibition at the Education Museum

The Museum of Education in Rouen unveiled its new exhibition on June 21, 2024, dedicated to the history of teaching physics in schools. The information in our article.

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