La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 232
Published on March 4, 2025
Articles in this issue
Andy Warhol Celebrates a Society in Motion
The Andy Warhol exhibition opened on February 8 in Hyères. It stems from a partnership between Région Sud and the Prešov Region in Slovakia.
The former Banque de France site has been transformed into an artistic vault to host one of the 20th century's most iconic artists.
François de Canson at the heart of the 2030 Olympics!
The 2030 Winter Olympics COJOP has been officially established. François de Canson is the only elected official from Var to join it.
François de Canson, president of Comité Régional de Tourisme Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, is the only Var elected official on the Organizing Committee...
In 2025, continuation of PPI works and rehabilitation of major roads
Cavalaire continues its road rehabilitation in 2025. Measures are also being taken to tackle beach erosion.
For Philippe Leonelli: "To serve and promote Cavalaire also means beautifying it and maintaining it with care."
Facing beach erosion, the battle plan of coastal municipalities
Var local officials are taking action against coastal erosion. They are launching a guide compiling local coastal studies.
The elected officials of the Syndicat des Communes du Littoral Varois (SCLV) are launching a collection listing all studies conducted on the coastline.
Marc Ubeda beautifies electrical transformers
Artist Marc Ubeda is beautifying electrical transformers in Bormes-les-Mimosas. His frescoes pay tribute to local history, including the old coastal train.
Painter Marc Ubeda is best known (and recognized) for decorating shop windows in Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou.
“In 2024, more than €10 million in investments to improve daily life”
In 2024, the municipality invested over €10 million to modernize local infrastructure and public buildings. The projects focused on roadworks, energy renovation, and green spaces.
A quick overview of 2024 shows that things have evolved considerably in the town under the leadership of François de Canson, the...
Stars in their eyes and in their hearts with the PEEP!
The PEEP lotto gathered 700 people to support firefighter orphans. Numerous celebrities donated exceptional prizes.
During the loto of the PEEP, a dynamic association, nearly 700 people mobilized for a great wave of generosity.
A ceremony in memory of 3 heroic American pilots
Every January 27, the municipality pays tribute to 3 American aviators who died in 1944.
Veterans will continue their memorial actions
The Cuers veterans association held its general meeting on February 8. President Nicolas Spina confirmed the continuation of local remembrance actions.
On February 8, the veterans' association held its annual general meeting in the renovated community space, in the presence of members,...
Lucienne Roques: "Faster, higher, stronger, together"!
Lucienne Roques hosted her final New Year ceremony for the CDOS du Var on January 20. She highlighted the legacy of the 2024 Olympics and the commitment of volunteers.
On January 20, at the Pôle culturel, it was the final New Year ceremony for Lucienne Roques as president of the Comité Départemental Olympique et...
The City, ambassador for organ donation
The municipality commits to raising awareness about organ donation. It becomes the sixth city in Var to sign this charter.
Joined by Doctor Odile Derues and coordinating nurse Barbara Charlot, representing the hospital coordination of organ and tissue donation...
Gendarmerie retirees honor Henri Bannwarth
The 33rd UNPRG assembly of the Hyères sector took place in Var. President Henri Bannwarth received an award.
The 33rd general assembly of the Union Nationale des Personnels et Retraités de la Gendarmerie (UNPRG - Hyères sector) was held, as is tradition, at...
The interim relief judge validated the continuation of work on the resource recovery center
The summary judge rejected the appeal of 8 associations against Le Pradet ressourcerie. Construction of the new recovery center can continue.
In 2022, facing the inevitable closure of the current municipal waste center, located in a red flood zone, the City announced a project to create a...
All gardeners with the city and the CAUE du Var!
On February 5, the Conseil d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement (CAUE) du Var organized a visit to the school group's new courtyard.
With Fabrice Hyber, a dialogue between art and the environment
The Maison départementale de la nature du Plan hosts Fabrice Hyber's exhibition "Surexposition" until July 13. The artist presents a unique dialogue between contemporary art and nature.
For its first "Art et Nature" exhibition, the Maison départementale de la nature du Plan presents "Surexposition" until July 13th...
"Imagining the city of tomorrow with unprecedented scientific mediation"
On February 14, the city and the NEEDE association launched the "(Re)générations" project. Intergenerational workshops aim to address local ecological transition.
On February 14, Thierry Albertini welcomed Françoise Nyssen, former Minister of Culture, as part of the "(Re)générations" project.
At DGA, successful objective for the reception of nuclear submarines
DGA successful in military ship and submarine trials. French nuclear submarine delivery speed doubles UK performance.
General Engineer of Armament Nicolas Drogi, director of the DGA test and expertise center, recalls the major milestones that marked...
“At Sainte-Musse hospital, who counts on us?”
Sainte-Musse Hospital in Toulon faced high patient influx during the holidays. Its director calls for better organization of outpatient care.
“The patient expecting quality care, the hospital worker, the doctor wishing to practice in good conditions, the society expecting...”
An innovative deep-sea monitoring solution
Marine Tech is developing the MANTAX project in Six-Fours-les-Plages. This system aims to monitor the deep seabed.
Marine Tech has won the CORIMER call for projects under the France 2030 programme for deep-sea exploration.
Wedding dress designer Stéphanie Juy celebrates authentic love
Stéphanie Juy creates custom wedding dresses in Six-Fours-les-Plages. She also organized the first Amaïn Fair in La Londe-les-Maures.
Originally from Saint-Raphaël, Stéphanie Juy has always had a passion for creation.
A pediatric department designed for the well-being of young patients
Clinique Saint-Michel opened a new pediatric department. It offers a reassuring and fun environment for children.
The healthcare facility has opened a pediatric department, meeting a growing demand for specialized care for children and their families.
Success of the 2025 defense and security careers edition
The 2025 defense and security job event took place near Toulon. 70 young people met with industry professionals.
For young people, searching for a job is a crucial and sometimes complex step.
330 business failures in 2023 and 1,000 jobs lost in 2024
The construction sector faces a major crisis with 330 business failures in Var. The recession in new housing is deepening, threatening thousands of jobs.
Faced with the worsening economic situation, the Fédération du BTP du Var has set up a business failure prevention unit with a...
8 gendarmes decorated for their courageous actions
On February 16, the National Gendarmerie honored its fallen and decorated several officers. In Le Beausset, eight gendarmes from Var received medals for bravery.
On February 17, the gendarmerie paid a solemn tribute to its fallen, while honoring the living, throughout France. In Var, a ceremony...
Philippe Mahé: "Security throughout the department remains a priority"
In 2024, general crime dropped by 1.5% in Var. Increased police presence on the ground led to these positive results.
The préfet du Var with the procureur de la République près le Tribunal judiciaire de Toulon and the procureur de la République près le Tribunal Judiciaire de...
At the Base navale, actions in favor of the development of cycle paths
Var hosted roundtables on ecological transition. Transport and building are the main focus areas.
Departmental COPs are an essential prerequisite for the success of ecological planning.
GSE has delivered its new Var site to ENEDIS
GSE delivered Enedis's new site in Fréjus. This eco-friendly project covers over 13,000 m².
In 2024, GSE completed construction of the Enedis site in Fréjus, delivering an environmentally ambitious project for the region.
“A new gendarmerie is a symbol and a promise”
The new Le Beausset gendarmerie was inaugurated on February 17. The 450 m² facility replaces dilapidated buildings.
After over ten years of waiting and difficulties, notably due to the health crisis, the Le Beausset gendarmerie is a reality. This project…
François de Canson: 'A combat dynamic for Artificial Intelligence in the Région Sud'
A ministerial visit to Naval Group highlighted AI in the Sud region. A 70 million euro regional plan is deployed.
On February 14, following the AI Action Summit held in Paris at the initiative of the President of the Republic, the...