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Out for the day… a Medieval fortress and a Roman ruin

Laura McLellan 02/12/2024 0 Comments

Step back in time with us for a fascinating day out which takes in both sides of the P-O border with a Medieval fortress and a Roman ruin

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Food for Thought: Festive Fritters

Laura McLellan 28/11/2024 0 Comments

There are still lovely tomatoes in the markets in this part of the world. We are so lucky to live in the Pyrénées-Orientales!

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SCAM ALERT : fake emails from the gendarmes

Laura McLellan 28/11/2024 0 Comments

National police forces are alerting the public to the fact that emails carrying the logos of the gendarmerie, the ministère de l’Intérieur and the République française are requesting urgent replies with personal data

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P-O Naturally – Test your Knowledge!

Kate 23/11/2024 0 Comments

P-O Naturally – Test your Knowledge!

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ARTISTS IHLEE & HEREFORD RETURN TO COLLIOURE

Kate 22/11/2024 0 Comments

More about two of the artists celebrated in the current exhibition at the Musée in Collioure which runs until May next year.

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The Catherinettes – November 25th

Kate 20/11/2024 0 Comments

Approaching 30 a lady would pray for ‘Un tel qu’il te plaira Seigneur, je m’en contente!” (Send anyone Lord; I’ll take him!).

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Which electricity contract is the right one for me in France?

Kate 18/11/2024 0 Comments

The most common electricity contract types in France – and which one is right for you.

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Christmas Toy Collection at Century 21

Kate 18/11/2024 0 Comments

Century 21 supports local and underprivileged children by organising LA COLLECTE DE JOUETS CENTURY 21

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Choosing and installing your stove – asking the right questions in French

Kate 17/11/2024 2 Comments

What Gaieté du Feu don’t know about choosing and installing stoves just isn’t worth knowing!

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Walk – Les crêtes de Galamus

Kate 17/11/2024 0 Comments

An excellent circular walk of approximately 4 1/2 hours with 550m of ascent. The walk offers wonderful views of the Corbières ridges and valleys and beyond.

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