Police in mountain areas are increasingly frustrated by drivers heading up to the slopes still with their summer tyres.
Over the weekend several cars on the Staffelegg in canton Aargau got stuck on the road. Extra ploughs and gritters had to be sent up to free them.
The ill-equipped cars then blocked other cars that were well prepared.
The local police chief, Werner Bertschi, says it's not an excuse that it’s been warm for so long this year. He says it's normal that snow arrives in November.
Geneva shops open this Sunday
It was expected, and now it’s official. Shops in Geneva will be allowed to open exceptionally this Sunday.
Lack of snow ahead of holiday rush
This coming weekend, the last ski resorts are switching to winter mode and bracing for a holiday rush.
Too many children are buying alcohol
In Geneva, authorities are keeping a close eye on alcohol sales to minors.
Found kittens were not domestic
A springtime rescue in the woods near Verbois has a happy, and wild, ending.
Petition to ban 1st class on trains
The youth wing of the Transport and Environment Association is calling for the abolition of first class on trains, describing it as an unnecessary luxury.
Parliament rejects WHO alcohol policy
The Upper House of Parliament, the Council of States has overwhelmingly rejected adopting an alcohol policy based on recommendations from the World Health Organisation.
