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  • INFORMATION ON THE START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR

    INFORMATION ON THE START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR

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    Full statement from Hervé Lagrange, Head of Schools Dear Parents, Here is some information to help you prepare for your children’s return to school: The start of term is approaching; it will take place on Tuesday 1 September. The timetables for 2026–27 remain unchanged: set your watches!   The gates will open at 8.20 am and 1.50 pm. Class lists will be displayed in the school playgrounds for your information on the morning of the first day of term, before 8.20 am. Primary school: from Year 1 to Year 6. Year 1 pupils or new pupils will be guided by their teachers… Read more

  • Notice of Public Inquiry concerning the General Revision of the Local Urban Development Plan (PLU)

    Notice of Public Inquiry concerning the General Revision of the Local Urban Development Plan (PLU)

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    By municipal decree dated 21 November 2025, the Mayor ordered the opening of a public inquiry into the proposed general revision of the PLU for a period of 33 consecutive days, from Monday 15 December 2025 at 9:00 a.m. to Friday 16 January 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Read more

  • ⚠️Power cut due to maintenance work

    ⚠️Power cut due to maintenance work

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    ENEDIS will be carrying out maintenance work on the electricity network, which will result in one or more power cuts. 📅 Thursday, 4 December 2025 🕗 From 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 📍Cité Les Arcades 📅 Wednesday, 10 December 2025 🕗 From 7:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 📍Chemin du Bourdigou 👉 Recommendations: Read more

  • Grand Christmas Parade

    Grand Christmas Parade

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    Christmas and its festivities are fast approaching – from 14 December 2025, join us for a festive evening in the streets of our town. On the programme: decorations, music, magical characters and a great atmosphere! 6.00 pm – The parade sets off from Rue des Mimosas 7.20 pm – Jedi battle show 7.35 pm – Giant flashmob in the gardens of the Espace des Libertés Gérard Saumade 8.00 pm – Fireworks display at the Fernand Gleizes Stadium. Below is the link to the video showing the dance routine. Don’t forget your Santa hat! Read more

  • Telethon 2025, Villeneuve-lès-Béziers is getting involved!

    Telethon 2025, Villeneuve-lès-Béziers is getting involved!

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    From 5 to 7 December 2025, the Espace des Libertés Gérard Saumade will host a wide range of events as part of the Telethon. This year, “Booste ta Commune” is at the heart of the initiatives organised by the local council and local organisations – a charity challenge in aid of the Telethon. In the presence of the patron of the 2025 Telethon: Romain Abellan. On the programme: Sports demonstrations, shows, a play, bingo and other activities, refreshments and food. Also: Sale of Telethon hats (€5) – on 5 and 6 December at the hall… Read more

  • 2025 Food Bank Collection

    2025 Food Bank Collection

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    The Food Bank collection, organised in partnership with the local CCAS, will take place on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November 2025 from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm at the Carrefour store in Villeneuve-lès-Béziers. Your contribution, however small, can make a real difference to families in need. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to contribute. Read more

  • FIRST BIRD SCARING CAMPAIGN

    FIRST BIRD SCARING CAMPAIGN

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    The dates for the first scaring campaign are as follows: Wednesday 12, Thursday 13 and Friday 14 November 2025 at dusk. Please note that this operation will cause noise pollution for a few hours each evening. Thank you for your understanding. Read more

  • 11 November: Villeneuve-lès-Béziers remembers

    11 November: Villeneuve-lès-Béziers remembers

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    The Municipality of Villeneuve-lès-Béziers invites you to attend the Armistice Commemoration Ceremony. Tuesday 11 November 2025 Meet at 10.30 am in front of the Town Hall. The procession will set off at 10.45 am. The ceremony at the War Memorial will take place at 11.00 am (Place de l’Appel du 18 Juin) The morning will conclude with a toast, in a spirit of fellowship and reflection. Together, let us pay tribute to those who gave their lives for France. Read more

  • Yellow watch for thunderstorms and flooding

    Yellow watch for thunderstorms and flooding

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    Météo France has placed the Hérault department under a yellow SMS alert (weather situation to monitor) for thunderstorms, rain and flooding on Thursday 6 November 2025, between 12 noon and midnight. Over the course of the event, widespread rainfall totals of 40 to 70 mm are expected, with localised amounts of 80 mm, and up to 100–120 mm in the hills of the Minervois and Espinouse regions. Wind gusts may reach 80 km/h along the coast. The utmost caution is advised during this event, particularly when travelling. Read more

  • POWER CUT FOR WORKS

    POWER CUT FOR WORKS

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    ENEDIS will be carrying out maintenance work on the electricity network, which will result in one or more power cuts. 📅 Friday 31 October 2025📍 Areas affected: 🕗 From 8.30 am to 9.30 am: 9 Impasse Victor Hugo (nos. 1 to 9), 2 to 10 Rue Bergamini (nos. 1 to 7, 11, 2 to 24, 6B), 8B, 9B Rue de la Glacière 1, 4 to 6 Rue Gravelotte 1 to 5, 9 to 11, 15 to 17, 2 to 12, 10B Rue Garibaldi, nos. 3 to 11, 2 to 14 Rue Mirabeau, 15 Rue Étroite, nos. 3 to 27, 31 to 37, 6… Read more

  • Yellow «wind» alert»

    Yellow «wind» alert»

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    Météo France has placed the Hérault département under a yellow wind alert on Thursday 23 October. Gusts of 90 to 110 kph are expected on the plains, rising to 100 to 120 kph on the higher ground. Extreme vigilance is required during this phenomenon. Read more

  • Halloween is just around the corner... and Villeneuve-lès-Béziers is getting ready to shake!

    Halloween is just around the corner... and Villeneuve-lès-Béziers is getting ready to shake!

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    On 31 October 2025, the streets come alive and the monsters awaken… From 10.00 am: meet at the Jean Laurès Media Centre for a creative workshop (places are limited, so please remember to book) The day continues at the Espace des Libertés Gérard Saumade (Rue de la Source): From 4pm to 6pm, a make-up stand by Belinda – Beauty Paradise, a workshop to create terrifying masks and a spooky photo backdrop by Belinda Photographie. At 5.00 pm, a spectacular appearance by Stitch’s Spider-Man and a magical parade by the Marionnettes du Cœur. At 5.30 pm, it’s time for the big… Read more

  • Departmental works on the D37 at Villeneuve-lès-Béziers

    Departmental works on the D37 at Villeneuve-lès-Béziers

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    From 25 October to 7 November 2025 From 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Total closure of the RD37 road between PR 36+152 and PR 36+458 Traffic and parking prohibited on this section during the works Diversion in place: follow the signposted route (see map in photo) Signs in accordance with SETRA regulations Responsibilities: INEO RÉSEAUX SUD is responsible for signposting and displaying the order on the worksite. The work is being carried out under the supervision of the Biterrois departmental agency. Order available online... Read more