La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 236
Published on May 5, 2025
Articles in this issue
A beautiful lesson in passion and commitment!
Volley Club Hyères - Pierrefeu - La Londe celebrated its French Cup runner-up title. The men's team also promoted to the Élite division.
It is a historic year for the Var club, which has realized its dream in Bleu et Or!
La Gazette du Var met Claire Tingaud.
Artist Claire Tingaud completed a four-week creative residency in the Salins. Her textile and scenographic works were entirely created on site.
Journey of an Artist with a Human and Singular Fiber
Visual artist Claire Tingaud combines textiles, sound, and installation art. Her work is deeply rooted in local immersions.
After multiple crossings, Claire Tingaud, a visual artist, now blends textiles, sound, and installation.
In the footsteps of the Commandos d’Afrique in Belfort and its region
The Commandos d'Afrique Association visited Belfort from November 22 to 24, 2024. The trip commemorated the 80th anniversary of the region's liberation.
For the Amicale Régimentaire des Commandos d’Afrique, it was an emotionally powerful stay (from November 22 to 24, 2024) that took place on the...
Vivre et Aimer Port Grimaud (VAPG), the association of the Cité lacustre
The association Vivre et Aimer Port Grimaud has been launched in the lakeside city. It brings together residents to exchange and defend their rights.
Against a tense backdrop between Grimaud and Port Grimaud, a 1901 Act resident association has been created in Port Grimaud.
The Association syndicale des propriétaires enters into resistance
In Port Grimaud, a dispute opposes the homeowners' association to the municipality. Residents contest the takeover of their assets and consider creating an independent town.
The "Venise provençale" faces a legal and moral battle between the Association syndicale de propriétaires (ASP) and the municipality of Grimaud.
Les Festins du Monde, a new culinary event
Cavalaire hosts the "Festins du Monde" for the first time, a unique culinary event on the Esplanade Sainte-Estelle.
A very beautiful villa renovated by Azur Toiture
Azur Toiture renovated a 250 m² roof in Cavalaire-sur-Mer. The project lasted five weeks.
The company Azur Toiture specializes in renovating roofs and facades. It recently worked in Cavalaire-sur-Mer for the renovation...
A home service for ID cards
The municipality offers a home service for identity card applications. It targets residents who are unable to travel.
The Municipality now offers a mobile collection service for ID card applications at home, strictly intended for residents who…
The music school becomes a Conservatoire à Rayonnement Intercommunal
Le Lavandou music school becomes an Intercommunal Conservatory. The institution also adopts the name Ernest Reyer.
The music and dance school of Le Lavandou is now a Conservatoire à Rayonnement Intercommunal (CRI).
650 participants at the Maurin des Maures!
The 24th Maurin des Maures gathered 650 participants on April 13 in La Londe-les-Maures. The event featured eight mountain bike trails and a guided walk.
On April 13, despite discouraging weather, the 24th Maurin des Maures kept all its promises.
Domaine de Favanquet at the Salon Millésime Bio of Montpellier
Domaine de Favanquet attended the Millésime Bio trade fair in Montpellier. The 2025 edition hosted 1,500 exhibitors and 9,500 visitors.
For the second consecutive year, the Domaine participated in the Salon Millésime Bio, an essential event in Montpellier.
At Domaine de Favanquet, the start of a new cycle
Domaine de Favanquet starts a new chapter with an eco-friendly building. Taken over five years ago, this 16-hectare organic vineyard focuses on agroecology.
The Domaine begins a new cycle with the appearance of the first buds and the construction of an innovative building.
“Les rêves d'Éloïse”, a wave of solidarity for sick children
The Maison du Transporteur endowment fund donated a truck to the "Les rêves d'Éloïse" charity. The vehicle will be converted into a mobile home for families of sick children.
In late December 2024, the Maison du Transporteur endowment fund carried out its first charitable action to benefit the association Les rêves d'Éloïse.
Sainte-Marguerite clinic awaiting the decision of the commercial court
The Sainte-Marguerite clinic avoids immediate liquidation. Salaries have been paid and the court hearing is postponed to May 6.
The court's decision is expected on May 6. Meanwhile, the FO members of the Sainte-Marguerite clinic CSE were informed that the salaries from the 1st...
Fight against Caulerpa Taxifolia, a long-term commitment
Since 2002, Le Pradet has been fighting the invasive algae Caulerpa taxifolia. A agreement reinforces this environmental effort.
At the end of March, mayor Hervé Stassinos, accompanied by his first deputy Jean-François Planes, deputy for town planning and land development, ...
“To them immortality, to us remembrance”!
The Souvenir Français held its annual meeting in the Var department. Local officials and members gathered to honor veterans and discuss future plans.
In early March, the annual meeting of the Souvenir Français committee was held, chaired by Monique Boursin and attended by many guests, including Hervé...
A great burlesque and poetic celebration!
From April 5 to 11, the team of l’Étreinte and Ateliers de l’Étreinte and the Ville offered 7 days of celebration, culture and sharing under the sign of...
Students took up the long-duration cross-country challenge
On March 27, the Ville, in partnership with the Inspection d'Académie du Var, organized a sporting event that brought together students and their teams...
An inspiring event for young people
La Garde launched the Olympic Week with the "foulées printanières". 307 students participated.
The Ville de La Garde kicked off the Semaine Olympique et Paralympique with a key event: the "foulées printanières".
A solidarity run to raise awareness about autism
La Garde hosted the second Bubble Run on April 2. This solidarity race aims to raise awareness about autism.
On April 2, the City celebrated World Autism Awareness Day by organizing, for the second consecutive year, the Bubble Run.
La Garde loves its babies!
On March 19, La Garde celebrated the 219 newborns of 2024. The municipality brought families together for a festive event.
It is with great joy and friendliness that the City welcomed, on March 19, the 219 newborns of the year 2024.
La Maison des Parents celebrated its 1st anniversary
The Maison des Parents in Var celebrated its first anniversary on March 22. The center offers free activities and support for local families.
On March 22, La Maison des Parents celebrated its first anniversary with an exceptional event, bringing together parents, children, and professionals...
Precious support for students thanks to « L'univers du parfum »
The association 'L'univers du parfum' donated €1,200 to the student grocery store in La Garde. Funds were raised during its 8th Perfume Fair.
On April 2, during the presentation of a €1,200 check to the student grocery store in La Garde, « L'univers du parfum » showed how generous the association was.
The CAF moves into town
CAF du Var opens new reception points in La Garde and Toulon. Services continue without interruption for all users.
A new reception point opens to provide better service to families.
A wide range of auto parts and accessories at low prices
Carter-Cash has opened its 88th store in Toulon La Valette. It offers low-cost auto parts and fitting services.
Carter-Cash, a distributor of auto parts and accessories, has opened its 88th store in Toulon La Valette.
Towards a Smart City, an intelligent and connected town
La Valette-du-Var is deploying a dark fiber network for nearly one million euros. This project prepares the city for smart services and secures video surveillance.
In the city, the dark fiber network prefigures the future integration of new smart urban services: e-administration, optimized management of...
At the Domaine des Gueules Cassées, the ATHOS house will open in 2026
A new ATHOS house will open in spring 2026 in La Valette-du-Var. This 1,900 m² center will welcome injured personnel.
Founded in 1921, Union des Blessés de la Face et de la Tête ("Les Gueules Cassées") is a historical association born from solidarity.
A spring season to regenerate!
On March 24, Thierry Albertini, mayor of La Valette-du-Var, was surrounded by Sylvie Laporte, Carmen Semenoux, Anne Adaoust, Bernard Roux and Stéphane Champ…
6 new electric buses run on the réseau Mistral
Six 100% electric buses are now operating on line 15 in Toulon. They mark the start of a major fleet electrification plan by 2027.
These 6 vehicles foreshadow a vast electrification plan for the réseau Mistral.
230 visitors and 23 companies at the TPM Job Forum
The TPM Job Forum brought together 230 visitors and 23 companies in Toulon on April 2. The event featured direct job interviews and several practical workshops.
Initiated by the Maison de l'Emploi TPM, a "Shop ton job!" Job Forum was held on April 2 at place de la Liberté, in the UPV premises.
High-intensity exercises for the Commandant Birot
The patrol vessel Commandant Birot returned to Toulon after two months at sea. It took part in two major NATO exercises.
At the end of March, the high-seas patrol vessel (PHM) Commandant Birot returned to Toulon, after a deployment of over two months in the Méditerranée.
The 2024 review of the Action de l'État en Mer in the Méditerranée
PREMAR MED presented its 2024 review of State Action at Sea. Rescue operations in the Mediterranean rose by 4.5%.
Recently, the préfecture maritime de la Méditerranée (PREMAR MED) reviewed the Action de l'État en Mer (AEM) for the past year.
The Marine nationale prepares for the United Nations Ocean Conference
A major maritime rescue exercise took place in the Mediterranean. It prepared emergency teams for a crisis during UNOC.
On March 26, the préfecture maritime de la Méditerranée, in cooperation with the préfecture des Alpes-Maritimes and the Principauté de Monaco, organized a...
A high level of interoperability for the Capricorne
The minehunter Capricorne returned to Toulon on April 10 after a three-month deployment in the Mediterranean. It took part in several NATO exercises and maritime security missions.
The tripartite minehunter Capricorne returned to its home port of Toulon on April 10 after nearly 3 months of deployment in the Méditerranée.
Zero tolerance for road offenders
The Var prefect is toughening sanctions against road offenders. In 2024, 62 people died on the department's roads.
Philippe Mahé, prefect of the Var, tightens sanctions against offending drivers. Dying at the wheel or on a motorcycle is unacceptable. It is not an...
Salvador Nunez: "Social integration, a remarkable assessment"
The social impact of the A57 highway widening near Toulon was presented at the prefecture. Local integration targets were significantly exceeded.
As part of the widening of the A57 motorway to 2x3 lanes, east of Toulon, VINCI Autoroutes signed an agreement in November 2020 to...
Success of the 1st edition of the Job Forum
Held in the salle des fêtes on March 6, the Job Forum was a great success for both job seekers and companies.
Max Bauer: 'Protecting agricultural land, but not at any cost'
Hyères is considering creating a protected agricultural area (ZAP). Max Bauer opposes this tool, claiming it restricts property rights.
On April 2, Max Bauer, president of the Coordination Rurale du Var et de PACA, attended the municipal council meeting of the city of Hyères, at...
Le F.L.A.P., a 3rd edition right on the page!
On March 22 and 23, the Espace des Arts hosted the third edition of the Festival Lire Au Pradet (F.L.A.P.).
François de Canson: 'Flowering your commune is a powerful driver for sustainable tourism'
François de Canson presented the 2025 "Villes et Villages Fleuris" awards. The Sud region has 264 certified towns and aims for 300 by 2028.
François de Canson, vice-president of the Région Sud, presented the 'Villes et Villages Fleuris' labels to the communes of the Région Sud.