Headlines from the Heudreville-sur-Eure newspapers

Il a dirigé la commune pendant 25 ans, Dominique Simon maire honoraire à titre posthume

Dominique Simon, décédé le 15 juin, est devenu maire honoraire d’Heudreville-sur-Eure à titre posthume. Une distinction remise par Anne-Baillehache-Simon, maire et fille du défunt, et Myriam Leheilleix, sous-préfète.

 

Dominique Simon

Astrolabe in Val-de-Reuil: Its inventor, Alain Le Boucher, wants to bring his instrument—the only one of its kind in France—back to life

Located in Val-de-Reuil (Eure) since 1989, the Astrolabe has not been in operation for several years. Its creator, Alain Le Boucher, hopes to see this unique work brought back to life.

Between La Poste and the former Rotonde, which was recently converted into a digital space, the large metal rings of the Astrolabe still dominate the square of the same name in Val-de-Reuil (Eure).

Astrolabe

In the Eure Valley, we tried out an electric scooter nature ride for you

It was in the lush, bucolic setting of the Eure Valley, in Heudreville-sur-Eure, that I tried out a new rental service for eTrotts—electric scooters—to explore nature off-road.

eTrott Normandy

scooter ride

Dominique Simon, mayor of Heudreville-sur-Eure, flanked by Bernard Leroy, president of the Seine-Eure Urban Community; Senator Christine Pluchet; and Representative Philippe Brun.

The mayor, who has led the town since 2001 and will turn 78 in May, will not run in the 2026 mayoral election; he plans to enjoy life and spend time with his family while remaining available to the town.

New Year's Greetings from the Mayor

In the Eure department, this organization introduces people to Polynesian dances

Kuraora Ori Tahiti, a newly formed association in Heudreville-sur-Eure, offers Polynesian dance classes to residents of the Eure Valley. Rivé Taaroa, a Tahitian instructor of Polynesian dance originally from the Hao Atoll in the Fuamotu Islands, who also teaches in Évreux, leads these classes.

Polynesian dances

Remarkable gardens to visit in the Eure department.

On Saturday, June 15, and Sunday, June 16, six gardens in the Eure department opened their doors to visitors as part of the “Mains vertes du Cœur” event. Here’s a closer look at one garden in the Eure Valley.

Bernadette Mozziconacci is opening her garden in Heudreville-sur-Eure to visitors.

In the News: Garden of the Heart

Savate in the Eure Valley Keeps French Boxing Alive

Every Sunday, people practice savate in Heudreville-sur-Eure. The Eure Valley French Boxing Club has about fifteen members who practice the sport for fun. Savate, or French boxing, involves striking an opponent with the fists and feet on specific parts of the body.

On the front pages of the Eure newspapers: Savate

The government's "heritage czar," on a visit

The television and radio host, who has been tasked by the government with identifying heritage sites at risk, is visiting Heudreville-sur-Eure (Eure) with Sébastien Lecornu, Secretary of State to the Minister of Ecological and Solidarity Transition, for a trip focused on renewable energy and heritage.

On the front pages of the Eure's newspapers: Stéphane Bern

Sevy Golden in Concert at the Church

The village of Les Charitons in Heudreville-sur-Eure is hosting a special concert at the local church featuring Yves Goupil, also known as Sevy Golden, 76, the idol of the youth of the Eure department and the king of dance parties in the 1970s, along with his partner Rosita and his longtime collaborator Dominique Ratieuville.

In the Eure region, making headlines: Sevy Golden

The Village Schoolchildren's Association

In the village, the Christmas market, bake sale, and Christmas tree sale… C’Vade, an association at the Heudreville-sur-Eure school, was busy on all fronts in early December and is working hard for the school’s children. Ten vendors braved the cold to showcase their handmade creations. Gaëlle, a local resident, came not only as a visitor but also to lend a hand with the handmade crafts.

FacebookC’Vade Association

In the News, C'Vade

The Charitons: A Norman Tradition

The Norman tradition of the charitons dates back to the Middle Ages. The town’s charitons, flanked by two fellow membersfrom Ailly, took part inthereligiousserviceby assisting Brother Jacques Tivoli, a rural missionary from the Canappeville Priory, who celebrated Mass before nearly one hundred people.

In the headlines: The village's Charitons

Marie-Anne Thieffry sculpts cardboard

Based in the village, Marie-Anne Thieffry collects cardboard and transforms it into works of art. “To encourage people to think about the uses of cardboard.” That is the goal Marie-Anne Thieffry set for herself when she began working with cardboard as a material for her creations.

  Marie-Anne's Website

In the News: Marie-Anne Thieffry

A Christmas Market to Benefit Schoolchildren

They’re handing out orders for 75 Norman Christmas trees in the village square, in front of City Hall, as well as champagne, Burgundy wines, and chocolates from Bruges. Thanks to the funds raised, they’ll be going on a ski trip.

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In the News: Christmas Event Organized by C'Vade

the construction site for the multipurpose sports arena

Promised by Jean-Luc Recher, the late president of the Eure Madrie Seine Community of Municipalities, the multisport arena is now becoming a reality in Heudreville-sur-Eure. The opening of this new facility—which we already know will be named after Jean-Luc Recher—is scheduled for the first quarter of 2020.

In the News: Multisport Arena in Heudreville-sur-Eure

The Great War in Pictures

HEUDREVILLE-SUR-EURE. An exhibition was held at City Hall on the period before and after 1914–1918.

In the News: World War I (1914–1918)

The Town Hall Offices Have Been Renovated

The village town hall has been restored for everyone's comfort.

In the News: Renovation of Heudreville Town Hall

Jazz captivates the village audience

A café-concert was held in the multipurpose hall to support local heritage.

In the Eure, on the front pages of the newspapers: Jazz

One of the most beautiful pétanque courts in the area

That boules court could make quite a few people from Marseille green with envy.

Every Wednesday and Saturday, the place to beis the pétanque court in Heudreville-sur-Eure

Pétanque in Heudreville

Recess at Notre Dame Church

A musical evening organized by the Heudreville-Patrimoine committee at the Notre Dame Church, organized by Heudreville-Patrimoine.

In the news: Concert at the Church of the Eure

Record attendance

The town hosted the Fraich’Eure organized outing—a walking tour to explore the village of Heudreville-sur-Eure.

In the Eure department, making headlines: a hiking trip