The number of people living in the region continues to grow strongly.
Latest figures from the Pays de Gex in neighbouring France has crossed 100,000 inhabitants for the first time.
The area now has 102,624 residents.
The town of Saint-Genis has seen the biggest regional growth of more than 4,000 in the last six years.
Locals are expressing concerns that services are not keeping up with the population growth – especially health care.
Trees down, power out across western Switzerland
Western parts of the country are picking up the pieces after storm Benjamin swept through the region yesterday.
Police frank about French crime wave
Two gun shops in the Lausanne area have been hit by French robbers within a week.
Skiing to be more expensive this season
Skiers in Switzerland will pay a little more this winter.
Thousands struggle with basic skills
In Switzerland, about 15% of adults struggle with basic reading, math, and problem-solving skills - that’s roughly 850,000 people.
Army sergeant throws cat at recruits
A shocking video from a Swiss barracks in Lenzburg, canton Aargau, has sparked outrage.
Clock change sends people to the ER
Clocks change at the end of the week - and it could be dangerous - as it sends more people to hospital.
