La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 223
Published on October 22, 2024
Articles in this issue
Philippe Leonelli: "It took us 60 years to look lucidly at the wounds of the..."
On September 25, France paid tribute to the Harkis. A 2022 law officially recognizes their suffering and rights.
On September 25, the Nation paid tribute to the harkis and other members of the auxiliary forces who fought alongside the French army during...
Bormes-les-Mimosas, an obvious choice
Bormes-les-Mimosas was awarded the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France' label on September 21. This recognition highlights efforts to preserve local heritage.
The town won the national label along with the municipalities of Marcolès (Cantal) and Villeneuve (Aveyron), on September 21 in Polignac (Haute-Loire).
In high spirits, a successful getaway centered around gastronomy
The 6th Escapade gourmande took place in late September. The event brought together top chefs and exhibitors.
What better entry into autumn than a "Gourmet Getaway"?
“La Londe has always had a great agricultural tradition”
La Londe successfully celebrated its first Grape Harvest Festival. Over 2,500 people attended the parade.
The first Fête des Vendanges was a great success.
Hubert Larose: "Associations are very well treated in La Londe"
The Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise reports a busy year in 2024. Its president praises the municipality of La Londe for its strong support.
Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise (UCPL) president Hubert Larose welcomes the Municipality's support for the town's roughly 100 associations.
François de Canson: 'Associations are the beating heart of the city'!
The annual associations forum took place in La Londe. Mayor François de Canson praised the local volunteers.
The Forum, an annual meeting with associations, is always a time for sharing and special exchanges. This was once again the case on the 7th...
The Town's major projects by 2027
The municipality is launching major development projects by 2027. A new 15-class school group will open in 2025.
As a flagship project of the term, the Town has planned a new 15-class school complex near existing schools and has undertaken the...
A new cultural life for All Saints Church
All Saints Church in Hyères receives support from Mission Patrimoine. The building will be restored into a cultural venue.
The Anglican church of Costebelle is receiving financial support from the 7th edition of the Mission Patrimoine lottery, launched on September 2.
Barely inaugurated, the shared path to La Garonne is already highly popular!
Since September 21, there is a new way to safely reach La Garonne beach or the town center!
Set off on a beautiful trip to Italy!
Espace des Arts in Le Pradet launches its new cultural season dedicated to Italy. It features concerts, theatre, and shows through January.
After a wonderful season focused on Japan, the new cultural season of Espace des Arts heads off on the roads of Italy.
A major urban project for greater attractiveness
The Cœur de Ville project has begun in La Garde. The former Accusano stadium will become a major urban park.
On October 4, elected officials launched the Cœur de Ville project's first phase with work starting on the former Accusano stadium.
An objectives agreement signed with l’Éducation nationale
Bringing consistency to the child's school time is the challenge of an agreement linking l’Éducation nationale to the Ville de La Garde.
APY Méditerranée and Résineo®, actors in climate protection
In La Farlède, APY Méditerranée unpaves urban soils. It uses Résineo® draining pavement in schools across Var.
APY Méditerranée, a specialist in urban space planning in région Sud, places climate protection at the heart of its corporate challenges.
“Get your brain cells boiling!”
UTL6 launched its new lecture season in La Garde. The program features a wide variety of cultural and scientific topics.
On September 10, in the auditorium of the La Garde media library, the Université du Temps Libre La Garde - Le Pradet (UTL6) welcomed its loyal public for...
With Jean-Pierre and Sandry Savelli, learn to dance or sing!
The association "Le jour se lève" starts a new year in Var. It offers singing, dancing, and Zumba classes.
The association "Le jour se lève", created 5 years ago by Jean-Pierre and Sandry Savelli, begins a new year that promises to be full of moments...
The City inaugurates the Maison du Patrimoine
Thierry Albertini inaugurated the Maison du Patrimoine during Heritage Days. The renovated former Town Hall now hosts exhibitions and local associations.
Under autumn weather, during the Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (September 21-22), Mayor Thierry Albertini inaugurated the premises of the...
Nearly 10,000 Toulon students eat in the canteen
Nearly 10,000 students in Toulon eat at the school canteen daily. The city promotes healthy, organic meals for youth.
Every lunchtime, school catering welcomes nearly 10,000 students.
Children elect their leisure center delegates
On September 25, children from 9 leisure centers in Toulon elected their delegates. This vote is part of the "Paroles d'enfants" initiative.
The election of children's delegates for leisure centers took place on September 25.
The City welcomes new students
The City of Toulon welcomed 180 new students at the Maison de l’Étudiant. The event aimed to promote social connections and present local services.
The Maison de l’Étudiant et de l’Information Jeunesse (MEIJ) invited new Toulon students for a sharing session in a musical atmosphere.
Yannick Chenevard, rapporteur for the Marine budget
Var MP Yannick Chenevard has been reappointed as rapporteur for the Navy budget. He will continue his work in the defense committee.
The MP for Var (1st constituency – Toulon) has been appointed rapporteur for the Marine budget.
Dimitri Bertheau, commander of Crew A of the Beautemps-Beaupré
Dimitri Bertheau took command of Crew A of the Beautemps-Beaupré on July 26. He succeeds Commander Matthieu Teisseire.
On July 26, Rear Admiral Guillaume Arnoux, deputy for organic command in Brest to the commander of the Force d’action navale, formally recognized...
Damien Tocquer, commander of the offshore patrol vessel Commandant Bouan
Damien Tocquer takes command of the patrol vessel Commandant Bouan in Toulon. He succeeds Aude Bray.
In August, 10 units of the Force d'action navale based in Toulon and the Pacifique changed commanders.
Philippe Mahé, préfet: "The mobilization of the police on the ground is bearing fruit"
The Var prefect welcomed 34 new police officers in Toulon. Statistics show increased field presence and a drop in overall crime.
On September 27 in Toulon, the préfet du Var welcomed the new officers with the interdepartmental director of the Police nationale and local officials.
Philippe Mahé: "Speed on the A57 will remain at 70 km/h, even after works end in 2025"
The A57 temporarily opens a 3rd lane toward Toulon for 2.8 km. Speed limits remain at 70 km/h.
Since September 24, in the Nice - Toulon direction, A57 users have been driving on three lanes from Pierre Ronde to La Bigue and from La Bigue to Tombadou.
“Building a new contract of responsibility between local authorities and the State”
Elected officials from 153 Var municipalities gathered on October 4 in Draguignan. The event aimed to strengthen cooperation between local authorities and the State.
On October 4, Draguignan was, for a day, the meeting place for the 153 municipalities of Var, its metropolis, its 4 agglomeration communities and...
Renaud Muselier: 'Concrete projects for the Varois'
Renaud Muselier opened the 7th Var Communes Fair. The Sud Region has invested 319 million euros there since 2016.
The President of the Région inaugurated the 7th Salon des Communes et Intercommunalités du Var, in the presence of Philippe Mahé, préfet du Var.
Philippe Mahé, prefect: "In Var, the State keeps its commitments"
The prefect of Var, Philippe Mahé, presented the record of state action in the department. Efforts focus on security, housing, and local investment.
On October 4, the Var prefect wished to recall that the State keeps its commitments and shares common future challenges with mayors.
Cyber Région Sud celebrates its first anniversary
CSIRT Urgence Cyber Région Sud celebrates its first anniversary in Toulon. The free center supports local entities facing cyberattacks.
It is an essential pillar in the fight against digital threats.
Max Bauer made Chevalier du Mérite Agricole
Max Bauer received the Mérite Agricole medal on October 4 in Hyères. Local figures praised his 20 years of dedication.
On October 4 in Hyères, in this place steeped in history serving cut flowers that is the SICA market, Max Bauer, president of the Coordination...
Méditerranée Porte des Maures, an exceptional wine-growing territory
Méditerranée Porte des Maures and Provence Méditerranée are joining forces for a wine tourism destination. The official joint candidacy for the label has been announced.
On September 23 at Château Pas du Cerf, François de Canson, president of Comité Régional de Tourisme (CRT), officialized the joint candidacy of Provence...