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Cover No. 247 — La Gazette du Var

La Gazette du Var

Edition No. 247

Published on October 20, 2025

Articles in this issue

Raoul Dufy, a multi-faceted artist
HyèresCulture & Heritage

Raoul Dufy, a multi-faceted artist

“Raoul Dufy et la mode” is an exhibition presented at the La Banque museum in Hyères until November 16.

The Editorial Team
At l'Escale, 'Les Virtuoses' in the heart of a storm!
Six-Fours-les-PlagesCulture & Heritage

At l'Escale, 'Les Virtuoses' in the heart of a storm!

After the success of their first show with over 300,000 spectators and 500 performances, the Cadez brothers return with their new...

The Editorial Team
Colette Degenne-Bondroit: 'Painting is a fundamental need'
Culture & Heritage

Colette Degenne-Bondroit: 'Painting is a fundamental need'

Painter and sculptor Colette Degenne-Bondroit is an iconic figure of the local art scene.

The Editorial Team
Culture and gastronomy on the program of Alsace sur Mer
Cavalaire-sur-MerCulture & Heritage

Culture and gastronomy on the program of Alsace sur Mer

For the 11th year, the Fédération des Artisans et Producteurs d’Alsace moves to Esplanade Sainte-Estelle from Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 October.

The Editorial Team
'Couleur Provence' showcases regional traditions
Solliès-ToucasCulture & Heritage

'Couleur Provence' showcases regional traditions

During the last weekend of September, the municipality plunged back into ancient times with the second edition of 'Couleurs Provence'.

The Editorial Team
A welcome roundabout on the RD 559
HyèresTransport & Mobility

A welcome roundabout on the RD 559

The Département is building a roundabout on the RD 559 (avenue Lou Mistraou) at the junction of chemin du Niel and chemin du Surle...

The Editorial Team
François de Canson: 'The Harkis deserve that France honors their memory'
La Londe-les-MauresCulture & Heritage

François de Canson: 'The Harkis deserve that France honors their memory'

On September 25, the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville was filled with emotion.

The Editorial Team
Hubert Larose: "UCPL cyclists are already off to a flying start!"
La Londe-les-MauresSport

Hubert Larose: "UCPL cyclists are already off to a flying start!"

After a summer without a real break, members of the Union Cycliste et Pédale Londaise (UCPL) are already on the roads of Var.

The Editorial Team
Le CastelletTransport & Mobility

Circuit Paul Ricard launches its carpooling platform

Committed to an ambitious eco-friendly approach for 15 years and eager to reduce the carbon footprint of its events, Circuit Paul Ricard has...

The Editorial Team
ZOU ! COVOIT’ connects 7 communes via 18 stops
ToulonTransport & Mobility

ZOU ! COVOIT’ connects 7 communes via 18 stops

On September 17, the Région Sud inaugurated the ZOU ! COVOIT' carpooling line between Toulon and Cuers, at the Solliès-Pont carpooling stop.

The Editorial Team
Colonel Olivier Casties takes command of groupement II/6 de gendarmerie mobile
HyèresSecurity & Defence

Colonel Olivier Casties takes command of groupement II/6 de gendarmerie mobile

On September 26, général Arnaud Browaeys officially installed colonel Casties at the head of groupement II/6 de gendarmerie mobile.

The Editorial Team
Paul, Lyam and Gabin, great champions, celebrated by the City
Le PradetSport

Paul, Lyam and Gabin, great champions, celebrated by the City

They are not yet old enough to play extra time, but they are already winning national titles!

The Editorial Team
A security policy that is proving its worth
ToulonSecurity & Defence

A security policy that is proving its worth

Here, security is not just a word; it is a concrete commitment.

The Editorial Team
Three Exhibitions to Color Autumn
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

Three Exhibitions to Color Autumn

Galerie Cravéro opens its doors throughout autumn, welcoming three artists with unique worlds.

The Editorial Team
At the Espace des Arts, Sellig and his family affairs...
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

At the Espace des Arts, Sellig and his family affairs...

Espace des Arts hosts comedian Sellig for his 6th show on November 14. Soul band Principles of Joy opened the cultural season.

The first comedy show of the cultural season, Sellig’s 'Episode 6' is a moment of laughter in a harsh world. An absolute must-see.

The Editorial Team
Nicolas Salsou: "I will be ready for 2026"
La GardePolitics & Institutions

Nicolas Salsou: "I will be ready for 2026"

Business owner Nicolas Salsou is a candidate in the 2026 municipal elections in La Garde under a triple banner (UDR, RN, and RPR).

The Editorial Team
This summer, open-air philosophy attracted a wide audience
La GardeCulture & Heritage

This summer, open-air philosophy attracted a wide audience

Every summer, Philippe Granarolo's gatherings are highly appreciated by reflection enthusiasts and the curious.

The Editorial Team
The Semaine de l’abeille generated a real buzz!
Environment

The Semaine de l’abeille generated a real buzz!

On September 27, parc Thyde Monnier resonated with a joyful "Bzzzz" during the beekeepers' market, the grand finale of the Semaine de l’abeille.

The Editorial Team
The approximate, touching and unabridged history of Boby Lapointe
La Valette-du-VarCulture & Heritage

The approximate, touching and unabridged history of Boby Lapointe

A tale blending wild thoughts, tinkering and fantasy.

The Editorial Team
The La Coupiane annex town hall, a reinforced local service
La Valette-du-VarPolitics & Institutions

The La Coupiane annex town hall, a reinforced local service

In the presence of Thierry Albertini, the mayor, and Simon Babre, prefect of Var, the Ville inaugurated the La Coupiane annex town hall on September 19.

The Editorial Team
A journey through time with the European Heritage Days
La Valette-du-VarCulture & Heritage

A journey through time with the European Heritage Days

For the 42nd European Heritage Days, the commune lived to the rhythm of discovery and transmission.

The Editorial Team
Parents and their relationship with screens
Health & Social Affairs

Parents and their relationship with screens

During "La semaine pour renforcer la sécurité des soins des plus jeunes", the Centre Hospitalier de Toulon – La Seyne offered a conference on...

The Editorial Team
A week to strengthen the safety of care for the youngest
Health & Social Affairs

A week to strengthen the safety of care for the youngest

From September 15 to 19, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon – La Seyne-sur-Mer put patient safety at the heart of its actions, with a week...

The Editorial Team
The blood of the Harkis contributed to the greatness of France
Politics & Institutions

The blood of the Harkis contributed to the greatness of France

On September 25, Var paid tribute to the 60,000 Harkis committed alongside regular soldiers, auxiliary forces, who, during the war...

The Editorial Team
Business Maritime Day, Toulon paves the way for the ports of the future
ToulonEconomy & Business

Business Maritime Day, Toulon paves the way for the ports of the future

On September 17, the 3rd Business Maritime Day gained widespread support, bringing together nearly 200 economic and industrial players...

The Editorial Team
Environment

First successful immersion of a sperm whale carcass off Corse

From July 18 to 20, an operation took place off Calvi, in the Sanctuaire Pelagos, with the first successful implementation of the Immercet protocol.

The Editorial Team
Vintage vehicles in the spotlight at the 36th ascension of mont Faron
ToulonCulture & Heritage

Vintage vehicles in the spotlight at the 36th ascension of mont Faron

On the first Saturday of September, mont Faron vibrated to the sound of vintage engines.

The Editorial Team
The association forum, a key back-to-school event
Culture & Heritage

The association forum, a key back-to-school event

Every year, the municipalities of Var organize their association forum, showcasing the dynamism of local life.

The Editorial Team
Child protection, a growing challenge
La Valette-du-VarHealth & Social Affairs

Child protection, a growing challenge

The Département reinforces its commitment to childhood with the "Pré en bulles" nursery.

The Editorial Team
A living memory in service of the Nation
HyèresCulture & Heritage

A living memory in service of the Nation

Open to all volunteers responsible for transmitting memory, the Souvenir Français of Var held its departmental congress on October 11 in Le Muy.

The Editorial Team
OLocal, a journey to the heart of the taste buds
La CrauEconomy & Business

OLocal, a journey to the heart of the taste buds

Réunion island gastronomy comes to La Crau with warmth and authenticity.

The Editorial Team
“Chai Fabien”, a cellar in harmony with your desires
Sanary-sur-MerEconomy & Business

“Chai Fabien”, a cellar in harmony with your desires

Fabien de Pischoff, a passionate former sommelier, turned his love of wine into an entrepreneurial adventure by opening his own cellar, “Chai Fabien”.

The Editorial Team
Fabien Piersanti: "Women do good to the image of our profession"
Economy & Business

Fabien Piersanti: "Women do good to the image of our profession"

Why a group for women in BTP within the Fédération du BTP? And why celebrate them? Questions that the president of BTP du Var has answered.

The Editorial Team
Le Cannet-des-MauresEnvironment

François de Canson: 'What we are undertaking today goes beyond our generations'

On September 25, the prefiguration launch of the Parc naturel régional des Maures, de l’Estérel et du Tanneron was more than just an institutional act.

The Editorial Team
The Prime Minister wants to strengthen local healthcare services
HyèresHealth & Social Affairs

The Prime Minister wants to strengthen local healthcare services

On September 24, the Prime Minister received the president of the Conseil national de l'Ordre des pharmaciens and representative unions of the profession...

The Editorial Team
François de Canson: "In the South, we know that the fire will return"
HyèresEnvironment

François de Canson: "In the South, we know that the fire will return"

On October 1st, Renaud Muselier, President of the Région, presented the 2018-2025 review of the "Guerre du Feu" regional plan.

The Editorial Team
Hyères, La Londe-les-Maures and Bormes-les-Mimosas rewarded with the Quality of Life Label
La Londe-les-MauresCulture & Heritage

Hyères, La Londe-les-Maures and Bormes-les-Mimosas rewarded with the Quality of Life Label

On September 18, the Conseil National des Villes et Villages Fleuris unveiled its 2025 prize list.

The Editorial Team
The Maison Gérard Philipe reopens its doors after two years of work
La GardeCulture & Heritage

The Maison Gérard Philipe reopens its doors after two years of work

On October 10, the Maison Gérard Philipe reopened to the public, marking the end of a vast two-year modernization project launched by the...

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

He answers questions from La Gazette du Var.

The Editorial Team
Salvador Nunez: 'My credo: adapt, think a lot, and anticipate'!
ToulonTransport & Mobility

Salvador Nunez: 'My credo: adapt, think a lot, and anticipate'!

Much more than the director of a major project, Salvador Nunez was a partner to the local authorities crossed by the widening project of...

The Editorial Team