
La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 227
Published on December 17, 2024
Articles in this issue

A feast for the eyes and awakening of the senses!
This year, they are 85 including 80 artisans, merchants and producers from Provence and 5 exceptional guests from Québec, the Alpes, Alsace, Lorraine...

Objectif Entreprendre, the economic development meeting of the gulf
On November 26, job seekers and business leaders with development projects had 5 good reasons to attend the...

A magical programme for Christmas!
The 'Enchanted Christmas' program features over 30 festive events until January 5. The Christmas Village gathers visitors on Place Benjamin Gaillard.
'Enchanted Christmas' comes to life with spectacular activities to amaze families until 5 January.

A preserved Provençal beauty
Bormes-les-Mimosas has been awarded the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France' label. This award honors the preservation of its heritage.
Already recognized by numerous labels, the town has just completed this honor roll with the title of Plus Beaux Villages de France!

Hubert Larose: "Cyclists must respect the highway code"!
UCPL held its general meeting on November 8 in La Londe. President Hubert Larose stressed the importance of cyclists obeying traffic laws.
On November 8 at Yann-Piat hall, the UCPL general assembly met the expectations of the 125 members present.

Behind the scenes at Promocash before Christmas
Promocash organizes festive events before Christmas featuring chefs and suppliers. Tastings and show-cookings boost business for local restaurateurs.
For the Christmas and New Year holidays, on December 6, 13 and 20, Promocash has scheduled numerous events to highlight the...

Security and crime prevention, the ambitious goals of the Contrat de ville
The new City Contract was presented by local authorities in Var. It aims to boost security and reduce poverty in priority neighborhoods.
Under the metropolitan Contrat de ville, the préfet du Var, the mayor of Hyères and president of the Métropole met on November 6 in the presence of the...

Industry reveals its diversity
The Var prefect participated in Industry Week. Nearly 40 events took place in the department.
On November 21, as part of Industry Week, Philippe Mahé, prefect of Var, visited a vocational training section for careers in...

With Littoral Sport Academy, sports for children with disabilities
Littoral Sport Academy launched an adapted multi-sports school. It serves children with disabilities aged 6 to 12.
At the end of September, Christelle Danays, director of Littoral Sport Academy, inaugurated the region's first adapted multi-sports school, with Hervé...

An essential civic experience
By participating in municipal life, the elected members of the Conseil Municipal des Enfants (CME) discover the meaning of civic and solidarity action.

The Charles Sandro school group has taken on a countryside feel!
The new garden courtyard at Charles Sandro school in Le Pradet is finished. It features 2,000 m² of green space and over 800 plants.
It's done! The garden courtyard of the Charles Sandro schools has been delivered. All trees, shrubs and perennials were planted during the autumn.

Learning citizenship for young elected officials
On November 6, Jean-Louis Masson, 1st deputy mayor of La Garde, gave tricolor sashes to the new members of the Conseil de Ville des Jeunes (CVJ).

The desire to philosophize, deeply rooted in the Varois
The summer Agoras attracted a large audience in July. Organized by Philippe Granarolo, the events explored Stoicism, Descartes, and Nietzsche.
While one would rather lounge on the beach or relax by the pool, sitting on the steps of the esplanade at 8 PM...

A new generation Contrat de ville signed with the State
A new city contract 2024-2030 was signed for the Romain Rolland district in La Garde. It aims to boost security, living conditions, and social cohesion.
On October 21, the préfet du Var, the mayor of La Garde, and the president of Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée, with the Département president and...

A first step into working life for young people
The city of La Garde honored 24 young graduates of the Pass'Points Citoyens. This program offers financial aid in exchange for municipal work hours.
On November 19, Alain Dumontet, deputy in charge of youth, welcomed 24 Gardéens who validated their Pass'Points Citoyens.

Parades, decorations and activities with Père Noël! THE PROGRAMME:
The Christmas Village sets up on place de la République with over 80 chalets. Numerous events, parades, and children's workshops are planned until January 5.
A delight for the eyes and awakening of the senses, over 80 chalets with original products await you at place de la République.
La Valette committed to combating violence in sport
Initiated by the préfecture du Var, the Comité Départemental Olympique et Sportif (CDOS) du Var held a symposium to address alarming violence in sport.

Christmas Magic until January 5
La Valette-du-Var is hosting its Christmas festivities until January 5. The program includes shows, workshops, and Provençal traditions.
Immerse yourself in the holiday magic with a program packed with activities!

The Département honors the champions of the 2024 Olympics
The Var Department honored local athletes who took part in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. They received a symbolic medal.
At the beginning of October, the Département honored the Varois champions who participated in the 2024 Olympics.

Invest in Toulon 2024, a key event for innovators
The Invest in Toulon 2024 event took place on November 13 in Chalucet. It brought together businesses and investors.
This regional event offers startups, SMEs, major groups, investors, and investment funds the chance to meet and exchange ideas on...

Attrap'Rêves mobilises for young patients
At Sainte-Musse hospital, thanks to Attrap'Rêves, young patients from the CEOA benefit from art therapy and drama workshops.

Mieux gérer la douleur en milieu hospitalier
À l’occasion de la Journée Mondiale de la Douleur, le Comité de Lutte contre la Douleur (CLUD) du Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon-La Seyne-sur- Mer a…

The Toulon Naval Base opened its doors to young people
On November 14, the Toulon naval base opened its doors for the 3rd edition of the Forum des métiers de la Marine in Toulon.

The frigate La Fayette on a mission against arms trafficking
The frigate La Fayette returned to Toulon on November 21 after a four-month deployment. The ship operated in the Atlantic, Baltic, and Mediterranean.
End of deployment in the Atlantic, Baltic Sea and Mediterranean Sea for the frigate La Fayette.

A crucial and complex mission for the Charles de Gaulle
The French carrier strike group departed Toulon on November 28 for CLEMENCEAU 25. The mission spans from the Mediterranean to the Pacific.
Structured around the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, the carrier strike group (GAN) left the Toulon base on November 28.
Var, land of innovation
The Var department launches its first Innovation and Research Award. Applications are open until December 31, 2024.
On October 28, the Département launched the first Prix de l’Innovation et de la Recherche du Var, an initiative reflecting its commitment.

Max Bauer: "Agriculture's vital prognosis is engaged"!
On November 21, the Coordination Rurale du Var protested at the Hyères hospital. The union warns that French agriculture is in critical condition.
On November 21, Max Bauer, president, and Christian Rastello, general secretary of the Coordination Rurale du Var, were accompanied by colleagues...

Fabien Piersanti: "The 2024 edition is an excellent vintage"!
The 22nd edition of Coulisses du BTP in Var gathered 800 visitors in October. The event aims to promote construction trades to young people.
For over 22 years, Les Coulisses du BTP, the iconic event to attract young people in Var, has been promoting trades and careers...

Closing ceremony for the Préparation Militaire Gendarmerie
End of training for 26 new gendarmerie reservists in Var. They received their badges during a ceremony in La Crau.
The Préparation Militaire Gendarmerie (PMG) is a military training program that allows participants to become reservists in the Gendarmerie nationale and...

The Région deploys its Plan with the Département du Var
Région Sud and Département du Var join forces against drought. The Plan Or Bleu invests 620 million euros by 2038.
Faced with drought, Région Sud, Société du Canal de Provence and local actors share the same demand: to preserve, control and...

131 young people gathered around the values of the Republic
On November 28, 131 young people completed their National Universal Service stay. Local officials attended the closing ceremony.
On November 28, Serge Venet, municipal councillor of Le Pradet, and Virginie Hornus-Pin, councillor of Région Sud, attended the closing ceremony of the...