Bad luck is definitely haunting Paul Penhoët in this start to the 2025 season Ruled out of the sprint on the first stage of the Pays de la Loire Region Tour by a mechanical problem on Tuesday the young sprinter from Groupama-FDJ was forced to abandon in stage 2 on Wednesday after a crash with about 40 kilometres to go Tom Donnenwirth secured his position in the first group on the uphill finish in Beaupréau-en-Mauges Yvon Caër’s men set off with ambition on Wednesday for the second stage of the Pays de la Loire Region Tour with a last kilometre at 4% looming at the finish Paul Penhoët hoped to take revenge for his misfortunes in La Baule the day before things unfortunately went bad for the young French sprinter as the peloton had just entered the Beaupréau-en-Mauges’ circuit Paul Penhoët hit the tarmac and was only able to get back up after a few minutes “He collided with a competitor on the handlebars and crashed heavily on his knees,” Yvon Caër explained “It’s a series of unfortunate events for him We all hoped that his luck would finally come we hit rock bottom… It’s a huge disappointment I hope it’s nothing too serious and that he’ll be able to get back on his bike fairly quickly As the young man was taken to the hospital his teammates were down to five for the final of the stage “Paul’s withdrawal really disrupted us at first then I asked Rémi and Tom to follow the moves,” Yvon added one group went away without us on the last lap then the peloton slowed down because the teams weren’t really organized anymore When I saw there were 30 seconds with eight kilometres to go I asked Rémi to sacrifice himself to make sure it would come back together then Tom made the effort on the final climb for Matt Matt realized during the sprint that he was running out of gas but we took responsibility and were the most prominent team in the final.” In the end while Tom Donnenwirth crossed the line in 28th place “Tom is still in the mix for the overall and we’ll see how it goes tomorrow,” concluded Yvon We’re extremely disappointed with how the day went Abergavenny Town Council liaised with Chairman of Abergavenny Twinning Association John Prosser to organise a delegation to participate in a Town Festival and Youth project in Munsingen The delegation included: twinning enthusiasts A delegation of five “Twinners” plus ten Royal Air Force Air Cadets and two supervisors from the Abergavenny Branch travelled for the festivities with the Cadets staying longer to engage in youth camp projects with peers from twin towns Although Abergavenny is not directly twinned with Munsingen both are twinned with Beaupreau and delegates often meet at joint events a recent one being the successful trip to Beaupreau by Abergavenny Rhinos football club earlier this year Mr Prosser commented: “Abergavenny Twinning Association continues to embrace the ethos of twinning where friends across different countries develop friendships and experience each other's cultures and everyday life “This visit has culturally strengthened our relationship with Munsingen in Germany It also gave the opportunity for student air cadets to participate in a European project.” Councillor Kyle Jamie Eldridge one of those who attended said: “The spirit of Abergavenny and Wales was in our hearts and we had the unique opportunity to have a crash course in international diplomacy I am proud of our great Royal Air Force Cadets as beyond the camaraderie that is quite often associated with young people today lies a very florescent silver lining of respect and tolerance of which I believe defines them as a generation.” A spokesman for Royal Air Force Air Cadets at 2478 (Abergavenny) Squadron said: “Thank you for this wonderful opportunity especially during the bike rides and working on youth projects with others who became good friends A great big thank you from the RAF Air Cadets at 2478 (Abergavenny) Squadron.” For more information on how to join the Abergavenny and Beaupreau Twinning Association, please contact John Prosser via [email protected]   Comments Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us Further Links Owned or licensed to Tindle Newspapers Ltd | Independent Family-Owned Newspapers | Copyright & Trade Mark Notice & 2013 - 2025 the French artist has installed nearly 90 sculptures across Colorado’s San Luis Valley The San Luis Valley stretches 125 miles long and more than 65 miles wide “It’s a mythical place,” says the 37-year-old artist Marguerite Humeau a 160-acre plain populated by hammocks and abstract “The closest cultural institution to [Orisons] is a U.F.O Up since last July, Orisons is one of the largest pieces of land art ever made by a woman and Humeau’s most ambitious project to date Over three years—and with help from a team of 52 experts and geomancers—she installed 84 sculptures in the valley The larger sculptures are meant to look like sandhill cranes or by various other names such as ‘skeleton’ and ‘lêkê’ in different regions with flexible 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dedication to the sport As Ivory Coast competes in the Africa Cup of Nations reflecting the nation's passion for soccer and resilience in the face of challenges Moreover, a diverse array of styles is available, encompassing both basic iterations and upscale variants offered by well-known fashion labels such as Gucci and Prada and designs played a crucial role in protecting IP related to this humble but successful item and designs are essential tools for protecting the innovation and visual appeal of a product in the marketplace They help ensure that creators and manufacturers can benefit from their inventions and investments while maintaining a competitive edge in the industry This is a co-published article which was originally published in the World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR) By continuing to use this website, you agree to the use of Cookies.   Learn more.   I understand Cadillac unveil their team logo and brand during dazzling Miami launch event ahead of 2026 entry STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the tactical options for the Miami Grand Prix Verstappen vs Norris into Turn 1 and Antonelli after redemption – What To Watch For in the Miami Grand Prix What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Miami ‘Just to get into Q3 is tough’ – Hamilton admits Ferrari ‘struggling big time’ after exiting Miami Qualifying in P12 Sauber have bolstered their technical department by drafting in Jan Monchaux as their new Head of Aerodynamics from Audi… The Swiss team went aggressive and overhauled the design of their F1 car for the 2018 season as they bid to pull themselves off the back of the grid Sauber intend to grow their workforce and strengthen the ties with new-for-this-season title sponsor Alfa Romeo in the future through an enhanced technical partnership Monchaux held the role of Head of Vehicle Engineering and Aerodynamics at Audi Sport for the last five years having previously worked at Toyota and Ferrari He begins work at Sauber with immediate effect replacing Nicolas Hennel de Beaupreau in the position which he had only been in since last September Hennel de Beaupreau will take on another role within the aerodynamics department “I’m very much looking forward to the arrival of Jan Monchaux as the new Head of Aerodynamics,” said Technical Director Jorg Zander “It marks an important step of a wider project that aims at strengthening and implementing the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team in line with the targets and the results we want to achieve on tracks.” Sauber failed to score a point in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix with Charles Leclerc finishing 13th on his debut and Marcus Ericsson retiring with a hydraulic issue The team’s last point came at last year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix Verstappen surges to pole position ahead of Norris and Antonelli in Miami GP Qualifying AS IT HAPPENED: Follow the action as Norris wins dramatic F1 Sprint in Miami ‘It's not what you want to see’ – Verstappen rues pit lane incident in Miami Sprint after losing 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(Maine-et-Loire) since the variety is grown by one of our producers only 10 km away from its discovery site and it is even processed in Beaupréau A juice with ancient flavors that bring back childhood memoriesThis unique juice stands out especially for the quality of its taste and among professionals with over 15 years of experience in apple juice which is that drinking our juice is like eating the apples from our grandparents’ garden We have received very positive feedback on this refined product!” The organic Patte de Loup apple juice is now available for sale everywhere in France for the same price as the other juices of the Pom’Evasion range “We want this apple juice to be accessible to everyone That is why we sell it at the same price as our other juices.” For more information:Pom’EvasionSimon LarrosePhone: 06 45 85 07 33 FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com The electronics specialist Lacroix is now producing bidirectional chargers for the Renault Group Production of the Mobilize PowerBox has just started on the new production line at the Lacroix electronics plant in Beaupréau-en-Mauges The Mobilize PowerBox is manufactured in four different versions: three function in the classic unidirectional way and one in a bidirectional way. Renault wants to introduce bidirectional charging on the vehicle side with its announced electric 5 Series The initial production capacity for the Mobilize PowerBox will be 65,000 units per year According to an accompanying press release the aim is to introduce the charging station for all of the Renault Group’s electric vehicles the new AC charging solution suits all single-phase or three-phase electrical installations It delivers up to 22 kW of power and features dynamic energy management and the “Software République,” an innovation ecosystem consisting of Orange Production at electronics specialist Lacroix can be “adapted or even duplicated to meet the growing expectations of the market,” according to the statement This is in line with the Renault Group’s goal of strengthening the electronics sector in France The individual versions of the PowerBox are divided into Uno the next at businesses or neighbourhoods looking for a charging solution for a closed group of people The Uno Pro is a publicly accessible charging station that can be installed at employees’ homes and has a MID (Measurement Instruments Directive) meter for electricity billing the Verso version is the bidirectional charging solution capable of feeding electricity from the traction battery back into the domestic or the public grid “Thanks to alternating current technology Mobilize PowerBox VERSO allows as many people as possible to access the bidirectional charging of their vehicle thereby helping maximize the impact of smart energy management This two-way charging station will be available for the launch of the electric Renault 5,” Mobilize announces All versions benefit from automatic updates and remote diagnostics (FOTA The Uno Pro and Verso versions also have a 4G connection the all-electric Renault 5 will be the first Renault vehicle with a bidirectional charger The associated V2G service will be available from the launch of the Renault 5 in France and Germany in 2024 and in the UK in 2025 Other V2G-capable models will follow the 5 Series To accompany the market launch of the Renault 5 the Renault mobility brand plans to launch the Mobilize V2G service including a smartphone app that can be used to programme bidirectional charging Criteria such as a desired battery level and/or the time the vehicle will next be used can be recorded there mobilize.co.uk I agree with the Privacy policy electrive has been following the development of electric mobility with journalistic passion and expertise since 2013 we offer comprehensive coverage of the highest quality — as a central platform for the rapid development of this technology Abergavenny recently represented itself in its twin town of Beaupréau-en-Mauges, Maine-et-Loire in Western France; marking the strength of friendship between towns. Representatives from Abergavenny, Vidreres (Spain) and Munsingen (Germany), came together in Beaupréau for the Europiad - a multi-day folk sports festival that offers opportunity to make and maintain international friendships. The delegation from Abergavenny, which consisted of members from Abergavenny’s Twinning Association, Rhinos Football Club and Town Council, stood for the people of Abergavenny; bringing a bit of home to Beaupréau-en-Mauges. Locals of Beaupréau last visited Abergavenny in 2018 before the Covid-19 Pandemic, which cemented the end of separation between the two towns. The town Twinning movement started very soon after 1945, with the passionate support of mayors and citizens who vowed that Europe should never again be torn apart by war. Although Twinning may seem like a “bygone” notion, the recent trip signified that Twinning is standing the test of time and going strong; building links and exchanges between individual towns and cities, bringing reconciliation and prosperity after years of conflict between nations.    Following the success of the event, John Prosser, Chairperson of the Abergavenny Twinning Association, said: “Thirty three years of twinning with Beaupréau and the friendship is still going strong as demonstrated by the warm reception received by the Welsh delegation! “It was good to see teams from Wales, France, Germany, and Spain taking part and the exciting exchange of ideas for future events. We look forward to the next visit from Beaupréau.” On the Rhinos’ involvement, Simon Mansfield, Secretary of the Abergavenny Rhinos Football Club, further added: “As a club we were honoured to be invited by Beaupréau to take part in their recent Olympiads event alongside clubs from Germany, Spain, France and Rhinos (Wales) to celebrate the Olympics being held in Paris this year.” Abergavenny Rhinos Under 14s made the town proud, winning the Europiad; overcoming stiff competition from Germany, Spain and France. “The youngsters who represented Abergavenny and Aber rhinos where absolutely first class throughout the trip and events,” Simon continued. “We are so proud that our Under 14s despite tough opposition won the event. “The trip was a great success and it was a fantastic experience for all involved. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the parents and players who attended. Also thank you to Mayor Anne Wilde, the town councillors and members of the twinning committee for their support during the weekend.”  Abergavenny Town Councillor, Kyle Jamie Eldridge expressed his delight in the event. He said: “It was an honour to go to Beaupréau and go alongside a fantastic group of young people, who not only represented their town with enthusiasm and skill, but who made twinning stronger than ever by just being themselves.” Pauline Dilay, one of the Beaupréau Twinning Organisers, fortified Kyle’s comment. She added: "Basically the experience was very exciting, we wanted to organise something for the youngsters of Beaupréau something they will never forget, around sports events and linguistic exchanges.   “It worked very well thanks to the enthusiasm of the clubs here in Beaupréau and the wonderful host families who were ready to follow us in this adventure.”.  To find out more about Twinning, please visit the Abergavenny Twinning Association Facebook Page or get in touch with your local town council if you are interested in living further afield.   Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us A 27-year-old Abergavenny woman has been arrested on suspicion of assault and violent disorder following an incident in Cross Street. Police were called to Cross Street, Abergavenny on Saturday (March 15) evening after receiving reports of assault. A police spokesperson told the Chronicle, “Officers attended Cross Street alongside paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service; a man and a woman were taken to hospital for treatment. “A 27-year-old woman from Abergavenny has since been arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault (grievous bodily harm with intent), actual bodily harm (ABH), and violent disorder. She has been released on conditional bail.” If you have any information that could help, please contact us via our website, 101, or direct message us on social media quoting 2500082866. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us is organising a charity auction event at the Gateway Church to support local causes Tickets are £10 and proceeds aid Sight Cymru and Dandilion Wishes Councillor Chris Holland is holding a fundraising event at the town’s Gateway Church on Friday and entertainment provided by The Brothers of Blues There will also be a chance to meet the charities which the Mayor is supporting this year and a chance to to help raise funds by participating in a charity auction with prizes from The Angel Hotel and Sugarloaf Vineyards You can purchase tickets by visiting https://abergavenny.ticketsolve.com/ticke.../shows/873652736 Tickets can also be purchased in person at The Borough Theatre Box Office. The Mayor’s two charities this year are Sight Cymru and Dandilion Wishes. Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us Parts of the Abergavenny Beaupréau Twinning Association’s Welsh slate statute has been stolen. The statute was unveiled in 2019 while the association celebrated thirty years of friendship together and was created by local sculptor Ben Jones and placed in Gabb Square. Ben had cast cockerels and red kites made of lead pewter on the sides of the slate which have now been removed from the statue. The theft has been reported to the police. The chair of the Abergavenny Beaupréau Twinning Association, Judith Vicary, said: “This has caused great distress to the artist, and to the members of the Twinning Association, as this was a valuable creation given to the town, and much preparation, expense and devotion went into its making. “It is disappointing to say the least that people who may live locally have been responsible for this mean crime. “Maybe together with this publicity, the birds might be recognised somewhere and returned.” Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us With potential government reorganisation, Forest of Dean contemplates joining Wales to avoid being the 'poor relation' in Gloucestershire. WITH plans for a government shake-up in England which could see Monmouthshire’s close neighbour the Forest of Dean lose its own council there have been calls for Foresters to stand up for themselves and consider joining Wales”. There are fears the district is being treated as the “poor relation” in discussions on council reorganisation in Gloucestershire and Forest of Dean District Councillors are calling on civic chiefs to not be afraid in standing up for the area which “has a long history of making its voices heard”. They do not want so see history repeated in “being put upon and shut out of the way”. Councillor Shaun Stammers (L, Mitcheldean, Ruardean and Drybrook) asked if a referendum could be held on independence from Gloucestershire and joining Wales. “I’m voting”, he said. “Next we should have a motion to declare independence from Gloucestershire and have a referendum to see if the people want to be part of Wales.” Councillor Tim Gwilliam (Progressive Independents), the former leader of Forest of Dean District Council, said the area “cannot be left to be the poor relation again”. “I’m pleased the leader, cabinet and officers are taking a forward thinking view from the Forest of Dean. We can’t be left just to be left to be the poor relations again. There’s an element of that going on. Councillor John Francis (I, Longhope and Huntley) said the district has a long history of standing up for itself and making its voices heard. “We also have a history of being put upon and shut out of the way,” he said. “We have got to look at this as an opportunity to be the Forest of Dean District. “If we don’t like what other people are doing, let’s stand up for ourselves and say we don’t like it. “We don’t think it benefits us, our ward members and the people who live here. Let’s not be afraid to put our point on it and stand by what we believe.” Councillor Julia Gooch (Progressive Independents, Newent and Taynton) said it was “very disgraceful” that MPs across the county jumped in and wrote letters” supporting council shake up proposals “without even consulting the public”. Council leader Adrian Birch (G, Tidenham) said the council should not support any of the three proposals at this stage. He said they were being “rather forced” to sign the letter and said the there needs to be more public involvement on the proposals. “We should see what happens over the course of the next six to nine months,” he said. “We have to provide a further document in November which works up what we as a group of councils have agreed. “There’s a strong need to involve the public in that decision process. I’m sure we all have strong reservations about why this is taking place. We need to be shown to be taking action. “But at the same time we should not forget our heritage and the very nature of what we stand for.” Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us