La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 235
Published on April 22, 2025
Articles in this issue
A carnival celebrating nature!
Due to heavy rain forecast for Sunday, March 9, the carnival was postponed to March 16.
Embark on a journey to the heart of the Earth!
Located near Toulon, the Cap Garonne Mine is a major geological site. It features 133 minerals and attracts many visitors.
Just a stone's throw from Toulon, the Mine de Cap Garonne is a magical place where nature, history, and geology meet to offer visitors...
Between tradition and modernity, the Salon des Vins charmed visitors
From April 5 to 7, the Salon des Vins de Saint-Tropez confirmed its status as a must-attend event for wine lovers and industry professionals alike.
Volunteers introduced to life-saving techniques
Civil Protection trains volunteers in first aid. Lorànt Deutsch is preparing a video about the village's history.
Aware of the essential role volunteers play on the ground, the Asso-even sports service and the Ville wanted to offer them the tools...
The radiant smile of Kelly Maes, Miss Lavandou 2025
Kelly Maes was crowned Miss Lavandou 2025 on March 29. She won the title among twelve local candidates.
Twelve young Lavandouraines and Borméennes, aged 16 to 25, competed for Miss Lavandou 2025 on March 29 in the Cosec hall.
“The Médaille militaire is the most beautiful of all decorations!”
The municipality of La Londe inaugurated 'Les Médaillés Militaires' roundabout in the presence of officials. This event pays tribute to decorated soldiers who served France.
173 years ago, the Médaille militaire was created. NCOs of the three armies and gendarmerie, volunteer combatants, career or conscripted soldiers...
A hydraulic development of the Cuers – Pierrefeu plain highly beneficial to farmers
A new hydraulic network was inaugurated in the Cuers-Pierrefeu plain. It will eventually irrigate over 1,000 hectares of agricultural land.
In the Cuers-Pierrefeu plain, the Société du Canal de Provence (SCP), as concessionaire of the Région, has finalized the first phase of a new...
The Téléthon, a great moment of solidarity
On February 25, La Farlède hosted the check presentation ceremony for Téléthon and ARC. Local efforts raised over 13,000 euros for medical research.
On February 25, the Espace de La Capelle hosted a ceremony dedicated to presenting cheques to the Téléthon and the ARC.
A greener digital world within reach!
From March 10 to 15, La Farlède took part in Digital Cleanup Day. The town organized data cleaning and IT equipment recycling.
From March 10 to 15, the Municipalité invited Farlédois and professionals to mobilize for Digital Cleanup Day, an eco-responsible initiative for a...
An ecological transition support agreement between ENEDIS and the City
On March 21 at Espace de La Capelle, the City organized an evening for citizens and actors committed to the ecological transition.
“Un Choc Pour La Vie” at Lycée Costebelle
The "Un choc pour la vie" event took place at Lycée Costebelle in Var. It aims to raise awareness among young people about road risks.
To fight against accidents among young people, the Maison de la sécurité routière du Var – MSR-Var (Préfecture and Département du Var), Éducation nationale...
Stéphane Rambaud denounces insecurity in Val des Rougières
In Hyères, the new security office in Val des Rougières was vandalized shortly after opening. MP Stéphane Rambaud denounced the local insecurity.
A few days after the inauguration by the Prefect of Var and the Mayor of Hyères, the Bureau d'Information et de Sécurité of Val des Rougières was vandalized.
Parc national and Université de Toulon, a structured scientific collaboration
Port-Cros National Park and Université de Toulon signed a five-year scientific agreement. This partnership aims to strengthen research and local environmental protection.
Parc national de Port-Cros and Université de Toulon have signed a scientific cooperation agreement.
Mazette restaurant combines gastronomy and cultural life
Aurélie opened the Mazette restaurant in Hyères. The establishment combines fusion cuisine and cultural events.
Located opposite the La Banque museum, with its warm atmosphere and inventive cuisine, Mazette restaurant stands out as a crossroads of flavors and...
The Fête du Printemps, a unifying and friendly event!
Coopazur Jardica celebrated the Fête du Printemps in La Crau. Over 1,000 children learned about ecology.
With the return of sunny days, Coopazur Jardica reaffirms its commitment to a sustainable future, celebrating twenty years of mobilization for...
A project serving the future of children
The Marcel Pagnol school complex will open in September 2026 in Le Pradet. The site will welcome over 300 students.
More than 300 children will be welcomed starting in September 2026 at the new Marcel Pagnol school complex.
Les Lucioles, an innovative project
La Garde is building a new eco-friendly wooden nursery. The project costs over 2.6 million euros.
In early March, Hélène Arnaud-Bill, mayor of La Garde, and Jean-Louis Masson, president of the Département, visited the construction site of the...
The Maison communale Gérard Philipe, a major project
The city is renovating the Maison communale Gérard Philipe. Delivery is scheduled for August 29.
The town is in full transformation, with the Municipality aiming to modernize its infrastructure and strengthen the cultural offer.
An enriched cultural programme in the new theatre
A new ultra-modern 350-seat theatre will open its doors in October. This €7.2 million project will feature over 20 shows during its first season.
In an effort to strengthen its cultural offer and enrich the region's artistic life, the Ville is reaching a new milestone with the opening, in October...
La Commanderie du Rameau d'Argent, defender of the Provence olive tree
Created in 1981, the Commanderie du Rameau d'Argent defends the olive tree and Provençal culture. The association gathers 124 members and over 1,120 inducted Knights.
Bernard Jacquet, Grand Maître of the Commanderie du Rameau d’Argent, is a passionate man, defending Water and Olive Trees in service of the land.
The Pass'Jeune card, an essential tool for young people
The free Pass'Jeune card offers discounts to 12-25 year olds in La Garde. Over 40 local partners have joined the program since 2019.
Launched in 2019, the Pass'Jeune card is very popular among young people.
More than 200 offers at La Matinale de l'emploi
The Job Morning took place on March 18 with over 80 companies present. More than 200 job opportunities were offered to visitors.
On March 18, La Matinale de l'emploi brought together over 80 companies offering job, training, and work-study opportunities.
Success for the Forum de la Parentalité et des Familles
The Parenting Forum took place in La Valette-du-Var on March 29. The event launched the Fortnight of Families.
On March 29, the City opened the Quinzaine des Familles with the inauguration of the Forum de la Parentalité et des Familles by Mayor Thierry Albertini.
La Maison des Femmes advances women's rights
Opened in January 2024, the Maison des Femmes Santé Toulon Var supports female victims of violence. It offers medical, psychological, and social care.
Opened in January 2024, La Maison des Femmes Santé Toulon Var is an essential resource for all women in distress, seeking support and care...
NumériSud donates computers to 50 students of collège Peiresc
The NumériSud association donated 50 refurbished computers to students at Peiresc middle school in Toulon. This action aims to bridge the digital divide.
On March 11, collège Peiresc in Toulon received a donation of 50 computers, marking a significant step in the fight against the digital divide.
The préfet maritime sets the roadmap for the action de l’État en mer for the year 2025
The regional maritime conference took place on March 19 in Toulon under the authority of the maritime prefect. It gathered state services to set the guidelines for 2025 in the Mediterranean.
On March 19, the conférence maritime régionale (CMR) for the Mediterranean coast was held in Toulon.
“For the combatants, March 19th was a relief”
On the March 19th commemoration, the chief of staff of the Var prefect read the message of Patricia Mirallès, Secretary of State to the...
SFR supports its customers in the transition to fiber
SFR is expanding fiber access in Var, reaching 810,000 eligible premises. The legacy copper network will close by 2030.
In La Londe-les-Maures, 5 years after SFR joined the VAR THD network, Isabelle Simon, Déléguée Régionale Méditerranée of Altice France, took stock...
“Customs confronted with agile and sophisticated organized crime”
The Public Accounts Minister presented the 2024 Customs results. Seizures of drugs and weapons reached historical records.
On March 24, the Minister in charge of Public Accounts presented the 2024 results of the Douane and the actions of customs officers.
Ecological transition and climate adaptation, the R gion's priorities
Renaud Muselier launched the Regional Parliament for the 2030 Winter Games. The goal is to combine ecology and regional development.
In early March, Renaud Muselier, president of the R gion, launched the Parlement R gional des Jeux d'hiver 2030, alongside Franois de Canson.
Jean-Pierre Ghiribelli, president of the UMIH du Var, answers La Gazette du Var's questions.
UMIH du Var is organizing professional meetings for the hospitality sector. The event focuses on employment, legislation, and new standards.
Jean-Pierre Ghiribelli: 'Employment remains a key issue for the hospitality sector'
UMIH Tour 83 returns to Var for its second edition. The event kicked off in Saint-Tropez focusing on risk prevention.
After the success of the first edition, the UMIH Tour 83 returns in 2025 for a new tour across the Var.
A morning rich in content and exchanges
Launched in late 2022, the first UMIH Tour du Var gathered many local professionals. The second edition began on April 7 in...
François de Canson answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
Regional tourism grew by 3% thanks to international visitors. 2024 has become the new benchmark year.
François de Canson: "Our region is more attractive than ever"!
Tourism in the Sud region recorded record results for 2024. The outlook for 2025 remains very positive.
On April 4 at Villa Cosy (Saint-Tropez), for the high tourist season launch before 250 professionals, François de Canson, president...