It will come as no surprise, but Geneva traffic on the major roads was down significantly during lockdown – but less so in towns.
Figures from the cantonal statistics office show last year, traffic was down 21% on the autoroute bypass around the city and down 27% through the Ferney tunnel compared to 2019.
But local traffic was less affected – in some areas of the city it was down only 5%.
All Crans victims identified - half were under 17
Authorities in canton Valais say all victims of the New Year’s Eve fire in the resort of Crans-Montana have now been formally identified.
Flu cases grip the country
Flu cases remain high.
Geneva aiport breaks daily record - and luggage chaos follows
A chaotic scene unfolded at Geneva Airport over the weekend as thousands of pieces of luggage were left stranded due to a breakdown in the baggage delivery system as the airport dealt with an unprecedented number of daily passengers – 80,000 – a new record.
Frnech police launch ski slope drug tests
French police are deploying canine units on ski slopes in Savoie to crack down on drug use.
Egg shortage hit supermarkets
We’re in the grip of a national egg shortage.
Pre-Christmas Sunday opening - a success?
Was opening the shops in Geneva on the Sunday before Christmas a success or not? There’s a split of opinion.
