As Sub-Editor and Journalist at Monaco Life, Elsa builds upon years of experience in writing as well as marketing and PR in the local media scene. Originally from the UK, she is based in the French Riviera and has a passion for spreading the word on news throughout the region.
Rumours of a migrant camp in Menton denied in wake of Lampedusa crisis
An estimated 10,000 migrants landed on the Italian island of Lampedusa last week alone, putting serious pressure on local infrastructure that is suitable for just 400. Border crossings of migrants...
Beausoleil mayor handed €150,000 fine and suspended prison sentence
Gérard Spinelli, the mayor of Beausoleil since 2008, has been given a one-year suspended prison sentence and a €150,000 fine for the misappropriation of public funds, which reportedly included a...
News round-up: Classroom closures, a new marine charter and the Princely family at work
All the latest news from the Principality of Monaco, including information on the unplanned closure of several classrooms at the Ecole de la Condamine and updates to the public lift systems.
Jean Castellini, Monaco’s Minister of Finance, steps down
After more than a decade in the job, Jean Castellini has left his role as Monaco’s Minister of Finance and the Economy with immediate effect.
Pope Francis to make historic visit to Marseille later this month
Pope Francis will be visiting Marseille for two days later in September, marking the first time a head of the Catholic Church has returned to the city since 1533.
International visits and delegations buoyed by Monaco’s booming local economy
Monaco Life rounds up all the latest business and economy news from the Principality of Monaco.