La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 238
Published on June 5, 2025
Articles in this issue
She answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
Cassandre Dubille, a student from Hyères, is competing for Miss 15/17 PACA. She calls on La Londe residents for support.
Cassandre Dubille, a charming ambassador for the Var
Cassandre Dubille, 15, is a finalist in the Miss 15/17 PACA contest. The final will take place on November 9 in l'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.
Selected among the 30 finalists for the 2025 contest, Cassandre Dubille dreams of a crown to make her beloved town shine: La Londe-les-Maures.
A journey to the heart of the artist's universe
La Banque museum in Hyères hosts a new exhibition dedicated to Andy Warhol. 71 original works are displayed for the first time in France.
A rich and colorful exhibition is held at La Banque, the musée des Cultures et du Paysage of Hyères.
A new governance for reinforced unity
Governance change in Port Grimaud. Two of the three ASLs elected new presidents to strengthen cooperation.
Port Grimaud, an iconic lakeside village, has just reached a significant turning point in its management.
From Cavalaire to Strasbourg, a cycling raid on the paths of freedom
The mayor of Cavalaire launched a 1,200 km cycling raid to Strasbourg. The event supports wounded veterans and the Bleuet de France.
On May 2, Philippe Leonelli, mayor of Cavalaire-sur-Mer, flagged off a charity cycling raid to Strasbourg.
The Yacht-Club International dredged the port of La Favière
The Yacht-Club dredged 20,000 m3 of sand in the port of La Favière. This mandatory operation cost €400,000.
The Yacht-Club International carried out an exceptional dredging of 20,000 m3 of sand accumulated in the port of La Favière.
Preserving the biodiversity of the Cavalière ZMEL
The Cavalière ZMEL released a logbook for boaters. It aims to protect posidonia seagrass using ecological buoys.
The Zone de Mouillage et d’Équipements Légers (ZMEL) de Cavalière now has a 'logbook' for boaters.
“Remembering to Build Peace”
On May 8, François de Canson commemorated the 1945 victory. He recalled the duty of remembrance amidst current threats.
On May 8, François de Canson paid tribute to those who liberated France and recalled the importance of active memory in the face of today's threats.
PROMOCASH already at full speed for the summer season!
PROMOCASH is actively preparing for the summer season to serve restaurateurs and hoteliers. The wholesaler focuses on fresh and local products.
Sunny days represent an intense work period for restaurateurs and hotels. A report from PROMOCASH.
La Région Sud, active support for farmers
On April 26-27, villa Noailles in Hyères celebrated peonies and cork. Région Sud reaffirmed its support for local farmers.
On April 26 and 27, villa Noailles celebrated peony and cork in a unique event in Hyères. An opportunity for François de Canson to recall the...
The Netherlands less than 2 hours from Var!
Toulon Hyères Airport reopens its summer route to Rotterdam until September 27. Transavia operates two flights per week.
At Toulon Hyères airport, the summer connection to Rotterdam is open again until September 27.
"Le Fournil d’Emy" wins 1st place in Var
Le Fournil d'Emy won the best traditional baguette contest in Var. Baker Damien Maillot received the award in Le Pradet.
In La Garonne, a local pride has recently distinguished itself in the bakery world.
The bookstore Mille Paresses, an essential player in cultural life
Mille Paresses bookstore is celebrating ten years in Le Pradet. The team and local residents marked the event on April 24.
It has already been 10 years since the municipality enthusiastically welcomed the Mille Paresses bookstore.
Success for the first edition of “O Folies Printanières”
The first edition of 'O Folies Printanières' took place from April 25 to 27. This popular festive event will return for a second edition in 2026.
From April 25 to 27, the town vibrated to the rhythm of the first edition of “O Folies Printanières”, a colorful festive event that won over young and old...
High school students from Var selected for the national final in Toulouse
Students from Var took part in the Faites de la science contest in La Garde. Winners qualified for the national final in Toulouse on June 7.
On April 24 on the La Garde - La Valette campus, middle and high school students from the académie de Nice competed in a scientific contest...
A Forum du Handicap to break isolation
The first Disability Forum took place in La Garde on April 19. Around thirty organizations provided information to families.
On April 19, the municipality hosted the first Forum du Handicap et de la personne dépendante, a unique event organized by the Association Pour Adultes et…
A hive buzzing with activity!
La Valette-du-Var received the APIcité® 1 bee label for its ecological efforts. Mayor Thierry Albertini welcomed this award during the first Bee Day.
On the occasion of the first Bee Day, Thierry Albertini, the mayor, received the APIcité® 1 abeille label.
Citizen mobilization in the service of nature
On May 3, around a hundred citizens cleaned the slopes of mont Coudon. The event combined waste collection and educational workshops.
On May 3, nature regained some of its splendor on the slopes of mont Coudon, thanks to the commitment of a hundred citizens mobilized for a major...
La Foire aux Plants drew a massive crowd
On the weekend of April 26 and 27, the town came alive with La Foire aux Plants, an event dedicated to nature and biodiversity.
The City combats urban heat islands
The City redesigned Place Général de Gaulle to fight urban heat islands. The previously concrete square is now greener and more sustainable.
In the city, the urban transformation takes root in a global and sustainable vision.
Contributing to tourism and cultural promotion
The PROSA project brings together students from Toulon and Corsica. They are creating an immersive mobile app for local heritage.
On April 29 at the Toulon Porte d'Italie campus, the PROSA inter-university project, in partnership with Université de Corse, was officially...
The Zénith Préfecture, a car park still underused
In 2017, the Ville de Toulon, then the Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée - TPM in 2018, awarded Q-Park a contract...
The Grand Nord, a region facing very broad challenges
The PHA Mistral and frigate Surcouf are completing their five-month deployment. The Naval Academy mission ends in the High North.
From February 24 to mid-July, aboard the amphibious helicopter carrier (PHA) Mistral and the La Fayette-type frigate (FLF) Surcouf...
5 days at sea to keep memory and solidarity alive
On May 5, two crews, made up of six officers from the École de guerre and six military orphans aged 18 to 24, set sail from Toulon to...
Commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Victory of 8 May 1945
The Préfet du Var presided in Toulon over the ceremony for the 80th anniversary of the Victory of 8 May 1945, with civil and military authorities.
3 deaths and considerable damage
On May 20, severe weather struck Var, leaving three people dead. Record rainfall caused extensive damage across several towns.
On May 20, the Var was hit by rains and floods of unprecedented violence.
"A school is the keystone of a democratic society"
The Jean Jaurès school in Cuers was inaugurated after 11 months of work. The facility can accommodate 825 students.
On April 30, François de Canson, vice-president of Région Sud, inaugurated the Jean Jaurès school in Cuers. A school designed to...
The Region pays tribute to Suzanne Lefort-Rouquette
Rouvière high school in Toulon was renamed Suzanne Lefort-Rouquette. This tribute honors a World War II heroine.
Since May 2, the Toulon high school Rouvière has been named Lycée Suzanne Lefort - Rouquette, in tribute to a heroine of World War II...
Le Marché aux Fleurs, a jewel of cooperation and agricultural innovation
The Hyères Flower Market celebrates 40 years with a revenue of 40 million euros. It sells 60 million flower stems each year.
In the heart of the Mediterranean, the Marché aux Fleurs of Hyères, managed by the SICA (Société d’Intérêt Collectif Agricole), stands out as the most...
François de Canson: 'Rewriting the regional trajectory for the period we are facing'
François de Canson presented the new strategy for the Région Sud. It is structured around ten concrete measures and a method shift.
At a time of global upheaval, Région Sud chooses not to submit. Driven by François de Canson, a key figure in the executive led by Renaud...