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Cover No. 244 — La Gazette du Var

La Gazette du Var

Edition No. 244

Published on September 2, 2025

Articles in this issue

Banksy and Street Art in the spotlight
ToulonCulture & Heritage

Banksy and Street Art in the spotlight

Until October 4, Galerie LISA is transformed into a sanctuary of Toulon street art, as part of the 'Une (R)évolution' exhibition organized by...

The Editorial Team
A sponsorship agreement with the Fondation du Patrimoine
ToulonCulture & Heritage

A sponsorship agreement with the Fondation du Patrimoine

Métropole TPM marked a key turning point in preserving its cultural heritage by signing a sponsorship agreement in favor of...

The Editorial Team
Florence Gillot, a painter with a unique sensitivity
ToulonCulture & Heritage

Florence Gillot, a painter with a unique sensitivity

Originally from Lorraine, Florence Gillot has transformed her passion for art into a true vocation.

The Editorial Team
Nearly 1,000 people discover the works of 15 artists
Culture & Heritage

Nearly 1,000 people discover the works of 15 artists

Under a radiant sun, Villa Frouin, in Hyères, hosted its first Festival de la Céramique on the weekend of June 28 and 29.

The Editorial Team
“Choosing healthcare professions means showing courage!”
La GardeHealth & Social Affairs

“Choosing healthcare professions means showing courage!”

In July, Renaud Muselier, president of the Région, took part in the 10th graduation ceremony of the Institut de Formation Public Varois des Professions…

The Editorial Team
The intact memory of the Débarquement de Provence
Cavalaire-sur-MerCulture & Heritage

The intact memory of the Débarquement de Provence

On August 15, Cavalaire-sur-Mer celebrated the 81st anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence.

The Editorial Team
“Rolling Stones 1971” brings the rock ’n’ roll years back to life
Villefranche-sur-MerCulture & Heritage

“Rolling Stones 1971” brings the rock ’n’ roll years back to life

The exhibition looks back in pictures at the summer of 1971.

The Editorial Team
A tribute to the liberators of Provence
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

A tribute to the liberators of Provence

For the 81st anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence, ceremonies in Le Lavandou and Bormes-les-Mimosas paid a vibrant tribute to the Commandos.

The Editorial Team
“A remarkable maturity”
La Londe-les-MauresEconomy & Business

“A remarkable maturity”

The launch of the grape harvest took place on August 14th at the Cave des Vignerons Londais.

The Editorial Team
“What a joy to share this love of our terroir!”
La Londe-les-MauresEconomy & Business

“What a joy to share this love of our terroir!”

On August 14, many residents of La Londe and tourists gathered once again for the aperitifs of the Cave des Vignerons Londais.

The Editorial Team
On the RD14, an important milestone for mobility and safety
Pierrefeu-du-VarPolitics & Institutions

On the RD14, an important milestone for mobility and safety

The inauguration of the RD14, its greenway, and the cooperative roundabout marked an important step for sustainable development in the commune.

The Editorial Team
Christophe Gruel: "Customers prioritize pleasure quality"
La FarlèdeEconomy & Business

Christophe Gruel: "Customers prioritize pleasure quality"

After three exceptional years in terms of tourist numbers, the summer season in Var slowed down slightly.

The Editorial Team
Culture & Heritage

Max Bauer: 'To commemorate is to transmit the values of freedom'

The duty of remembrance is a moral obligation to the women and men and, above all, our youth.

The Editorial Team
Élie di Russo: 'Let us pay tribute to those who fought for freedom!'
HyèresCulture & Heritage

Élie di Russo: 'Let us pay tribute to those who fought for freedom!'

On August 19, on the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Les Borrels, Élie di Russo, honorary deputy of Hyères, recalled the sacrifices made...

The Editorial Team
A Summer in the Heart of Hyères with the UDH
HyèresCulture & Heritage

A Summer in the Heart of Hyères with the UDH

This summer, the Union des Hyérois (UDH) crossed the city like flipping through a book of living images: lively neighborhoods, sun-drenched squares...

The Editorial Team
Curtain falls on the Préparation Militaire de la Gendarmerie
La CrauSecurity & Defence

Curtain falls on the Préparation Militaire de la Gendarmerie

After two weeks of intensive commitment, the Préparation Militaire Gendarmerie (PMG) ended on July 19 with an official ceremony, marking the...

The Editorial Team
She answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
ToulonEconomy & Business

She answers questions from La Gazette du Var.

The Editorial Team
ToulonEconomy & Business

Sophie LETHUIN – FARGE: "Construction communication with a human face"

For over eight years, Sophie Lethuin-Farge, communications manager at VINCI Autoroutes, has been the voice of the construction site.

The Editorial Team
Toulon honors Salvador Nunez, project director of the A57
ToulonPolitics & Institutions

Toulon honors Salvador Nunez, project director of the A57

On July 24, Salvador Nunez was honored for his outstanding work on the A57 construction project.

The Editorial Team
A very positive quantitative and qualitative assessment
ToulonEconomy & Business

A very positive quantitative and qualitative assessment

On July 9, the final 'employment and integration' steering committee met at the prefecture of Toulon.

The Editorial Team
A vibrant summer of music and laughter
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

A vibrant summer of music and laughter

Summer was marked by joy, good humor and that family spirit so dear to the Pradétans.

The Editorial Team
An edition true to the founding spirit
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

An edition true to the founding spirit

From August 12 to 17, Espace des Arts hosted the 20th edition of the international piano festival « Musique à la Cour », an event now...

The Editorial Team
Roland Joffre, between modernity and traditions
Le PradetPolitics & Institutions

Roland Joffre, between modernity and traditions

Roland Joffre, former mayor of Le Pradet (1989 - 2008), has passed away.

The Editorial Team
A tool at everyone's service
ToulonHealth & Social Affairs

A tool at everyone's service

The Ville is strengthening its commitment to inclusion with the "Handi’adresses" guide.

The Editorial Team
The commune awarded the "Ville amie des animaux" label
La GardeEnvironment

The commune awarded the "Ville amie des animaux" label

At the Marie-Curie self-reliance residence, during an animal mediation session run by the Cali’nous association, the City officialized its...

The Editorial Team
A festive and convivial summer
La Valette-du-VarCulture & Heritage

A festive and convivial summer

This summer, the town vibred to the rhythm of cicadas, music and convivial reunions.

The Editorial Team
The BRF Jacques Stosskopf, second unit of a series of 4 ships
ToulonSecurity & Defence

The BRF Jacques Stosskopf, second unit of a series of 4 ships

The force replenishment vessel (BRF) Jacques Stosskopf, second of four ships, docked at the Toulon naval base on July 31.

The Editorial Team
Rear Admiral David Samson, commander of the Pôle Écoles Méditerranée
Security & Defence

Rear Admiral David Samson, commander of the Pôle Écoles Méditerranée

At the Pôle Écoles Méditerranée site in Saint-Mandrier, Vice-Admiral Éric Janicot, director of personnel of the Marine, recognized the new...

The Editorial Team
High school interns discover the behind-the-scenes of the gendarmerie
La GardeSecurity & Defence

High school interns discover the behind-the-scenes of the gendarmerie

Around twenty Varois high school students discovered the behind-the-scenes of the gendarmerie during a unique and informative internship.

The Editorial Team
Ambassadeurs du Sport in the high schools of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Sport

Ambassadeurs du Sport in the high schools of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

On June 25, regional elected officials approved in Assemblée Plénière the creation of Ambassadeurs du Sport in Région Sud, a new initiative to encourage...

The Editorial Team
Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis, a man of probity
HyèresPolitics & Institutions

Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis, a man of probity

Rassemblement National candidate for Hyères mayor Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis believes "Hyères deserves a clear course, a competent team and a...

The Editorial Team
François de Canson: "The spirit of August 17, a living memory of freedom"
La Londe-les-MauresCulture & Heritage

François de Canson: "The spirit of August 17, a living memory of freedom"

On August 17, the wind rose. That of memory, loyalty, and conscience. France was not given. It was defended. Loved. Cherished...

The Editorial Team