Elections cancelled in Oloron-Sainte-Marin

The municipal elections in Oloron-Sainte-Marin were recently cancelled due to concerns about potential fraud. A single lane in the voting process was identified, and a discrepancy in a voter's signature led the administrative court in Pau to make the decision.

Mayor appeals the cancellation

Current mayor Marie-Lise Bistuet has appealed the court’s decision to the Council of State. The situation has created tension, with uncertainty about the future of local governance in the area.

Waste sorting decline in Lot-et-Garonne

A recent podcast highlights a drop in proper waste sorting in Lot-et-Garonne. This decline is linked to fewer people correctly separating waste into the yellow bin and the rising cost of black bin bags used for non-recyclable waste.

Common sorting mistakes and future plans

Glass is frequently misclassified, often ending up in yellow bins or black bins instead of designated recycling containers. While there is a proposed incinerator project, household waste is currently processed elsewhere. The podcast advises composting food waste, eggshells, and coffee grounds instead of placing them in black bins.