La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 251
Published on December 16, 2025
Articles in this issue
Camille Brochot: 'America fascinates me'!
Camille Brochot, former Miss Lavandou, shares her family road trips across the USA. She recently fulfilled her dream of celebrating Halloween in New York.
Since 2019, Camille Brochot has taken many road trips in the US with her family (father, mother, sister Justine). She tells us about her latest...
In 2026, Hubert Larose wants to step down as president of the UCPL
Hubert Larose will step down as president of UCPL in 2026 after ten years. All reports were approved at the general assembly in La Londe.
On November 7, at the general assembly of UCPL (Union Cycliste et Pédale Londaise), all presented reports were unsurprisingly approved.
See You at the Christmas Market!
The Christmas Market takes place on Place Benjamin Gaillard from December 18 to January 2. Numerous free activities and festive events are offered.
Come taste, dream, and celebrate winter, the most beautiful of seasons, and savour the magic of holidays filled with flavours and lights.
Stéphane Rénier mobilizes with the Petits Princes
In Le Lavandou, Stéphane Rénier joins a charity drive for Petits Princes. Chocolate marshmallows are sold to support sick children.
Until December 23, the Compagnons du Goût are mobilized in Var for sick children of the Petits Princes association.
Rachel Dasq continues the work of Marie-Claude Vuez, her late mother
Rachel Dasq succeeds her mother as head of Animaux sans frontière. The association held its general meeting.
The annual general meeting of the association "Animaux sans frontière" was held at the Espace culturel.
François de Canson: 'Antisemitism is not an opinion, it is a poison'
La Londe-les-Maures opened an exhibition about Simone Veil. The mayor spoke out against the rise of antisemitism.
As Simone Veil said: 'Antisemitism is never a Jewish problem: it is a national problem.'
Le Souvenir Français celebrated the Flammes de l'Espoir
Initiated by Le Souvenir Français since 2007, departmental committees organize a preparatory parade for the November 11 ceremonies with schoolchildren.
At Christmas, Promocash highlights local producers
Promocash Var hosts festive events in December. Local producers are highlighted.
On December 5 and 12, Promocash invited its customers to special events dedicated to the festive season. The next event is scheduled for December 19.
A beautiful tribute to the lost sailors of the sky
A ceremony paid tribute to the 1,600 fallen Naval Aeronautics sailors. The event took place in Hyères on November 18.
Since its creation, the Aéronautique navale of the Marine nationale has mourned 1,600 lost sailors of the sky who gave their lives in service.
Marc Volpin: "The consent of the Craurois must be questioned again"
Marc Volpin leads a citizen list for the municipal elections in La Crau. The former lawyer aims to mobilize the 60% of non-voters.
At the head of the "citoyens craurois" list, Marc Volpin is the manager of the domaine du Tian and a former lawyer at the Toulon bar.
At the Fête de la Soupe de Poissons, conviviality and indulgence
Le Pradet hosted the Fish Soup Festival on November 23 at Place Flamenq. The event brought locals and visitors together around Mediterranean traditions.
Despite the winter cold, the heart of Le Pradet beat to the rhythm of good humor on November 23 during the Fête de la Soupe de Poissons.
Pleasure for the eyes and awakening of all the senses!
The Christmas market opens at Place de La République with over 80 chalets. Numerous events and parades are scheduled until December 29.
More than 80 chalets with original products await you at place de La République.
L’Escale, an invitation to escape
The city of La Garde inaugurated its new theatre L’Escale on November 7. This cultural venue offers over 30 performances for its first season.
To strengthen its cultural offering and enrich the region's artistic life, the Ville de La Garde takes a new step with the opening of a theatre...
La Farigouleto preserves Provençal heritage
La Farigouleto association celebrates the 60th santon fair in La Garde. The event showcases local craftsmanship and Provençal traditions at Le Fougau.
The santon fair of La Garde is a Christmas must-have, combining traditions, local craftsmanship, and conviviality.
Nearly 900 participants run for a good cause!
La Valette woke up to the rhythm of solidarity strides with the Éco Valet’Trail.
The Conservatoire Variétal de l’Olivier celebrated its 30th anniversary
The Conservatoire Variétal de l’Olivier celebrated its 30th anniversary. The site holds over 300 olive trees and 82 regional varieties.
On November 26, the 30th anniversary brought together elected officials, volunteers, associations and residents around an iconic site of Valettois heritage.
Mental health and integration, what levers for professionals?
On November 4, integration advisors met to discuss the mental health of RSA beneficiaries. Experts shared practical tools.
A day of exchanges and reflection with experts.
At Christmas, the town comes alive with festivities and magic
The city is organizing numerous festivities to celebrate Christmas and New Year. The program runs from December through mid-January.
Each year, the town dresses in its finest attire for a festive moment filled with warmth and tradition.
Patricia Carrier elected President of the Commission Médicale d’Établissement of CHITS
Dr. Patricia Carrier was elected CME president at CHITS on November 4. Dr. Jean-Denis Firoloni was re-elected on November 7.
On November 4, Dr Patricia Carrier, a nuclear medicine specialist, was elected President of the Commission Médicale d’Établissement (CME) of CHITS for a term…
Badaboum, wine and Spritz bar
A new wine and Spritz bar called Badaboum has opened in Toulon. It was created by three partners including a navy veteran.
A new establishment has appeared in the Toulon landscape.
An agreement between the BRF Jacques Stosskopf and the lycée Georges Cisson
The BRF Jacques Stosskopf and the Cisson high school signed a Defense Class agreement on November 24. This partnership strengthens Army-Nation ties.
The signing of a Defense Class agreement took place aboard the force replenishment vessel (BRF) Jacques Stosskopf with a class...
The French Mediterranean adopts a new maritime façade strategy
A new maritime facade strategy has been adopted in the Mediterranean for six years. It aims to balance biodiversity protection and economic development.
The Prefect of the region Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Georges – François Leclerc and Vice-Admiral Christophe Lucas, Maritime Prefect of the...
A joint and interministerial exercise based on counter-terrorism
The ESTEREL maritime counter-terrorism exercise took place from November 24 to 26. Nearly 500 participants trained between the sea and the port of Marseille.
From November 24 to 26, State services mobilized significant resources during a joint training exercise with an interministerial focus.
"From November 11 to peace missions, a tribute from a new perspective"
An exhibition in Le Val highlights external operations and UN peace missions. It also pays tribute to World War I soldiers.
This exhibition was initiated by the local section of the Souvenir Français.
“La grande extinction”, the new novel by Philippe Granarolo
Here is (finally) the second part of the “La grande extinction” trilogy, whose first volume Philippe Granarolo published in 2023 under the title...
An unmissable event
The 10th edition of the "Mois Sans Tabac" public health campaign took place from November 1 to 30, with the participation of the Centre hospitalier...
Guillaume Mouchotte: "Against the flu, we must get vaccinated as early as possible"
With flu season returning, Dr. Guillaume Mouchotte recommends early vaccination. In Hyères, difficult access to healthcare is encouraging more patients to get vaccinated.
Every winter, the flu returns, affecting 2 to 6 million people. An update with Doctor Mouchotte, a general practitioner in Hyères.
Innovating today to create the Var of tomorrow
The Var Department is launching the Innovation and Research Award. It aims to support local projects ahead of the January 15, 2026 deadline.
The Département du Var celebrates innovation and research. This action is part of a broader vision, "Var, terre d'innovation". We want to...
Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis: "The health issue is paramount for the Hyèrois"
Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis makes healthcare the focus of his 2026 municipal campaign in Hyères. He proposes creating a local municipal unit dedicated to care access and prevention.
After the period of commemoration and remembering tragedies, the 2026 municipal elections are back at the center of debate.
With Véronique Bernardini, a breath of fresh air
Véronique Bernardini announced her candidacy for the 2026 municipal elections in Hyères. The former deputy mayor focuses on renewal.
Candidate for the 2026 municipal elections in Hyères, Véronique Bernardini focuses on proximity and renewal.
Jean-François Charrat, a candidate at the service of the residents
Jean-François Charrat is running for mayor in La Verdière. The 70-year-old former gendarme focuses on local democracy.
Former gendarmerie officer, local councillor since 2016 and association president, Jean-François Charrat is running in the municipal elections of...
A new medical center is born
The exceptional Les Jardins de la Closeraie residence has recently emerged, combining modern architecture with a green setting.
The Saint-Jean à la Porte Latine church unveils its treasures
On November 15, donors who funded the restoration of the Saint-Jean à la Porte Latine church were welcomed for a special tour of the building.
Useful support for 16-25 year olds
La Garde supports 16-25 year olds through the "Pass’ Point Citoyen". It offers financial aid in exchange for community service.
La Ville supports 16-25 year olds entering active life through the « Pass’ Point Citoyen » scheme.
Orange launches call for applications for season 8
Orange launches applications for season 8 of Femmes Entrepreneuses in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. This program offers free support to female tech founders for one year.
Orange opens applications for the 8th edition of its Femmes Entrepreneuses program in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.
80 innovative European projects unveiled in Barcelone
Eighty innovative projects for the event sector are unveiled in Barcelone. Funded by the EU, they aim to accelerate the green transition.
The goal is to prepare the future of the professional events sector.
Naval Group selected for the 'Var Est' program (€140 million invested)
Naval Group is investing 140 million euros in Var. The 'Var Est' program aims to strengthen industrial sovereignty in defense.
At the Choose France - France Edition Summit in Paris, the President of the Republic unveiled French investment projects on...
"A logistics facility of this scale is never neutral"
Lidl inaugurated its new logistics platform in Les Arcs-sur-Argens. This major investment highlights the region's economic appeal.
On 25 November, at the inauguration of the Lidl logistics platform, François de Canson recalled the main pillars of the economic policy...