La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 233
Published on March 18, 2025
Articles in this issue
The 25th "Théâtre en Garde" looks promising
The "Théâtre en Garde" festival celebrates its 25th edition from March 28 to 30 in La Garde. Five plays by amateur troupes will be performed.
Celebrating a quarter-century of passion for amateur theater, this event has evolved into a recognized regional festival, highlighting...
Great success for 'Les Arts au Château'
The "Les Arts au Château" festival was a great success. Around thirty sculptors exhibited their varied works.
The Ville hosted the Festival de Sculpture, an outstanding exhibition both in the number of artists exhibiting and the quality of the works on display.
Greenwashing: Projects Against the Tide
In Port Grimaud, residents oppose the municipality's port restructuring projects. They denounce ecological risks and greenwashing.
In modern society, public interest is often invoked to justify certain State or local government projects.
How to make boating industry careers more attractive?
On March 4, the Rencontres Économiques du Nautisme took place. Experts and elected officials gathered in the golfe de Saint-Tropez.
On March 4, during the Rencontres Économiques du Nautisme, organized by the Communauté de Communes du Golfe de Saint-Tropez, a panel...
More than 150 members for the retailers' association
Le Lavandou merchants' association now has over 150 members. They are preparing their event schedule for 2025.
Led by Laurence Sautereau (Hôtel « La petite bohème »), with over 150 members, the Le Lavandou merchants' association is intensifying its...
The intercommunal Croix-Rouge, discreet but so useful!
The intercommunal Red Cross of Bormes and Le Lavandou helps local people in need. 14 volunteers manage a second-hand shop.
There is no need to introduce the Croix-Rouge, whether French or international.
UCPL in full preparation for the Maurin des Maures
Young mountain bikers from UCPL returned to training. They are preparing for the 24th Maurin des Maures.
On February 26, after three weeks of rest, bad weather, and school holidays, the youth from UCPL's mountain biking school met up with their supervisors and...
MD Beauty Studio, a new showcase of well-being
At 21, Manderley realized her dream by creating MD Beauty Studio, a beauty salon that opened its doors on August 12, 2024.
Le Souvenir Français, guardian of memory
Le Souvenir Français committee held its annual meeting in Cuers. Chantal Chanut was elected vice-president.
On Saturday, February 22, the Souvenir Français committee held its traditional annual meeting, in the presence of civil and military authorities.
Pierre Saulnier, a man passionate about irons!
At 88, Pierre Saulnier looks back on his dry cleaning career started in 1954. He owns an impressive collection of over 1,000 antique irons.
At 88, Pierre Saulnier, an iconic figure in dry cleaning and laundering, looks back on a life rich in experience and passion. Here, he...
La Hyèroise 2025 in tribute to Philippe Bettoni
On March 30, 2025, VSCH opens its season with La Hyèroise. The event is dedicated to Philippe Bettoni.
Sunday, March 30 marks the start of the cycle touring season for Vélo Sport Cyclo Hyèrois (VSCH).
For 40 years, Élie di Russo has honored the agriculture of Hyères
Élie di Russo received the Mérite agricole medal on January 23. The former deputy mayor of Hyères was honored for 40 years of service.
The former deputy mayor of Hyères, honorary deputy, recently received the Mérite agricole medal.
Art in the service of solidarity
Compagnie des Cigales partners with "Faire Route Avec Toi" for a charity theatre night. Proceeds will fund housing and job integration programs.
The « Faire Route Avec Toi » association and Compagnie des Cigales unite for an artistic and solidarity initiative. An exceptional evening...
At the galerie Cravéro, an artistic journey between sea and emotions
From April 4 to 26, the gallery hosts Alexandra Deman's exhibition, entitled "Sud-Sud-Ouest".
A giant stage centered around dreams and the imagination
The Équinoxe Festival offers seven days of varied shows centered around dreams. The event brings together over 200 professional and amateur performers.
Sponsored by Charles Berling, director of Châteauvallon-Liberté, national stage, and actress and playwright Léonore Confino, the Festival Équinoxe is back...
The bay of La Garonne, a thriving ecosystem!
The Aquabulles association conducted a biodiversity inventory in the bay of La Garonne. Results show the marine ecosystem is in good health.
In recent months, the Aquabulles association has carried out a flora and fauna inventory of the La Garonne underwater trail area.
Rose Color, a race with a heart!
5 associations supporting breast cancer patients received a check to reward their actions. The total amount...
The Centre de Supervision Urbain, a major turning point for security
On February 28, an Urban Supervision Center opened in La Valette-du-Var. It centralizes images from 52 CCTV cameras.
On February 28, with the opening of a Centre de Supervision Urbain (CSU), the City took a new step in its commitment to public safety.
Over 81 kilos of waste collected in the coves of Toulon
On February 15, at the initiative of the association « Les Chercheurs en herbe », around thirty people collected over 81 kilos of waste in the...
La Caf du Var improves its quality of service
Caf du Var simplifies procedures with pre-filled declarations for RSA and Prime d'activité. Head office moves to La Loubière.
This year, the Caisse d’allocations familiales du Var undergoes several deep changes aimed at improving the quality of its service to...
Toulon athletes honored
On February 6, the Palais des Sports de Toulon honored 40 local athletes. This inaugural event celebrated their national and international podiums.
On February 6, the Palais des Sports de Toulon hosted the best athletes from Toulon.
Meeting water challenges
In Toulon, the Fondation de l'Eau and Fonds Clapoty reviewed their actions. Eight regional projects received funding in 2024.
On January 30, in Toulon, one year after their launch, the Fondation de l’Eau and the Fonds Clapoty assessed their actions and revealed their...
A Chemin de la mémoire to remember the shipyards
A Memory Trail was inaugurated in La Seyne-sur-Mer. Thirty panels trace the history of the local shipyards.
Retracing the formidable industrial epic of the shipyards, a Chemin de la mémoire was inaugurated along the Atelier mécanique.
Protecting French interests around the world
The Jeanne d'Arc 2025 mission has officially begun for nearly 800 personnel. This major deployment takes place in the North Atlantic until July.
From February 24 to mid-July, aboard the PHA Mistral and FLF Surcouf, nearly 800 military personnel...
Veolia recruits 1 employee in France every 20 minutes!
Veolia organized a meeting in Toulon focused on green transition jobs. The group hires 500 permanent staff yearly in the Sud region.
The Sud region is heavily impacted by ecological challenges, as highlighted by the 2024 Ecological Transformation Barometer, conducted by Elabe...
Benoît Lethuin: "On the A57 construction site, there are no small details"!
VINCI Autoroutes completed the final asphalt layer on the A57 between Toulon and La Garde. Over 12,000 tonnes of asphalt were applied.
Over the weekends of February 28 and March 1, VINCI Autoroutes carried out the second major operation, concerning the implementation of the final...
At the Domaine des Gueules Cassées, a new reconstruction space for the wounded
Structural work for the new ATHOS house at the Domaine des Gueules Cassées was completed on February 24. This 1,900 m² center will welcome soldiers with PTSD starting in spring 2026.
Already numbering 5 in France, ATHOS homes aim to offer psychologically injured military personnel, especially those suffering from...
Max Bauer proposes a national agricultural service
Max Bauer proposes a national agricultural service. The initiative aims to welcome 50,000 young volunteers yearly.
At a round table organized by the Département du Var, Max Bauer, president of the Coordination Rurale du Var and PACA, launched a proposal...
Olivier Roux, the excellence of the Var terroir
Olive grower in La Londe, Olivier Roux shone at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris held during the SIA 2025, winning five medals.
In La Seyne-sur-Mer, AI serves the abyss
Agnès Pannier-Runacher visited Naval Group and IFREMER sites in Var. The minister learned about AI applications in deep-sea exploration.
Following the World Summit for Action on Artificial Intelligence held in Paris at the initiative of the President of the Republic, Agnès Pannier-Runacher...