La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 252
Published on January 12, 2026
Articles in this issue
Triple jumper Weaven Metainville rewarded
Triple jumper Weaven Metainville received an award on November 6. The U20 French champion was honored in La Garde by the CDOS of Var.
Winner of the national U20 triple jump title last February, the young Toulon athlete Weaven Metainville was honored on November 6 by a "...
The 'Essai le sport !' scheme launched at Campus RCT
In November, the Comité Olympique et Sportif du Var (CDOS), CAF du Var and Rugby Club Toulonnais (RCT) launched the 'Essai le sport !' scheme...
Monsieur Chétif, the raw energy of rock
Monsieur Chétif is a band blending the intense energy of rock with the sweetness of chanson française.
When collecting rhymes with passion
The 20th La Garde collectors fair takes place on Sunday, January 25. One hundred exhibitors will show rare items.
The 20th collectors' fair in La Garde welcomes a hundred professional and amateur exhibitors for all collectors and those who...
The moored dream of a visionary
Denise Spoerry recounts the creation of Port Grimaud by her partner François Spoerry. She reflects on the evolution of this lake city in Var and its current challenges.
An interview with Denise Spoerry, a privileged witness to the architectural epic of François Spoerry.
Explore the Var with the Petit Futé!
The 2025/2026 Petit Futé Var guide was launched in Le Lavandou. It offers local addresses and tips to explore the region.
Launched in 1989, the 60+ annual titles of Petit Futé's France collection are an essential reference in the tourism world...
Cavalière, seven months after the flood, has returned to normal life
On May 20, 2025, this neighborhood of the municipality suffered a deadly disaster of major proportions.
The benefits of a healthy lifestyle
The 2nd Wellness Fair was held in November at Salle Yann-Piat. The event attracted 1,800 visitors.
In November, the Yann-Piat hall was transformed into a wellness hub to host the 2nd edition of the Salon du Bien-Être, orchestrated by...
The rich and little-known musical journey of Christian Bondroit
Founded in 2020 by Christian Bondroit, the band Fairplay 83 enlivens the local music scene. Seven musicians perform an 80s and 90s rock repertoire.
Fairplay 83 is a band of musicians performing on the local scene.
History and Heritage of the Gendarmerie, 18 years and still full of projects
The ACSPMG held its 18th general meeting. The association preserves gendarmerie heritage and educates young cadets.
In December, the association des Collectionneurs pour la Sauvegarde du Patrimoine de la Maréchaussée à la Gendarmerie (ACSPMG) held its 18th general meeting.
André Zahout, 50 years of volunteering in the service of others
André Zahout has been awarded the Knight of the National Order of Merit. This honor recognizes 50 years of voluntary and community service.
André Zahout, a warm-hearted man, has just been made a knight of the Ordre national du Mérite for his 50 years of community volunteering. In...
"Du Stade vers l'emploi", the shortest path to find a job
Recruiting differently by highlighting soft skills was the goal of the "Du Stade vers l'emploi" initiative on December 4th at the Lycée... gymnasium.
Middle school students from the Hyères basin discover the horticultural sector
Agricampus Var and Florisud introduced middle school students to the horticultural sector. The program aims to inspire future careers.
In December, Agricampus Var and Florisud launched a joint initiative to introduce horticultural careers to 9th-grade students from the collège de...
The new EPPE maneuver area inaugurated
On December 3, Rear Admiral David Desfougères, commanding the Force de l'Aéronautique navale, presided over the inauguration of the new maneuver area.
Florian Diliberto: "Carqueiranne no longer feels safe"
Florian Diliberto held a public meeting on December 11 in Carqueiranne. The RN candidate presented his main priorities for the municipal election.
During a meeting on December 11 held as part of the upcoming municipal elections, Florian Diliberto presented the main lines of his program...
DB MOTION never stops dreaming!
The dance and poetry show 'N'arrête pas de rêver' will be performed on January 23 at Espace des Arts. The multidisciplinary piece is created by DB MOTION.
A dance and poetry show finalized during a residency at Espace des Arts.
Thomas Poitevin in 'comedy' modeling
Thomas Poitevin presents his new comedy show in Le Pradet. The event takes place at Espace des Arts.
It's the sequel to 'Thomas joue ses perruques' except there are no more wigs (they made him too itchy)!
The Ville celebrates the strength of women
In late November, Espace des Arts hosted the 'Célébrons la Femme' solidarity forum. The event featured wellness workshops and awareness lectures.
In late November, the Espace des Arts hosted the solidarity forum 'Célébrons la Femme : Bien-être et Engagement', organized by the Ville and the CCAS.
Very committed apprentice citizens
Le Pradet elected its new Children's Municipal Council members. Eight young students received their official sashes.
The elections for the Conseil Municipal des Enfants (CME) were held in the municipality's three schools and at the Bell Estello centre.
A day to open the doors of inclusion
On November 20, municipal services took part in the 8th edition of DuoDay. Agents paired up with people with disabilities.
On November 20, municipal services took part in the 8th national DuoDay, an essential event to promote inclusion...
The youth of La Garde, flame of citizenship
As the newly elected members of the Conseil Municipal des Jeunes (CMJ) entered, the Gérard Philip hall echoed with loud applause.
The Toulon Préparation Militaire Marine received its pennant
On November 29, the Toulon Naval Military Preparation unit received its official pennant. The ceremony involved 58 young trainees.
On November 29 at the salle polyvalente Gérard Philippe, the Toulon Préparation Militaire Marine (PMM) 'Constant Colmay' officially received its pennant.
Eclat d’Art illuminates the salle Pierre Bel
Club des Six hosted the first Eclat d'Art exhibition in La Valette. This artistic event promotes the inclusion of people with disabilities.
In late November, the Club des Six welcomed a large audience to the first edition of Eclat d’Art, a salon celebrating art in all its forms.
The Rugby Club Toulon Provence Méditerranée lights up the children's party
On December 18, seven players from Rugby Club Toulon Provence Méditerranée (RCTPM) visited the pediatric department of Sainte-Musse hospital to...
Musical notes to warm young hearts
On December 17, Sainte-Musse hospital's pediatrics ward welcomed a generous moment thanks to the Phonambule association and loyal support...
Professor Guy Bouchitté honored by the Académie des sciences
Under the Cupola of the Institut de France, on October 28, the Toulon mathematician received the Grand Prix Jacques-Louis Lions, rewarding forty years...
CHITS remains mobilized against HIV
CHITS and CEGIDD 83 organized HIV awareness events across Var. Screenings and workshops took place in Toulon and Draguignan.
For World AIDS Day, the CEGIDD 83 teams and the services of the Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon – La...
Deployment in the Eastern Mediterranean with OTAN
On December 12, the La Fayette-type frigate (FLF) Guépratte returned to its home port of Toulon, marking the end of a two-and-a-half-month deployment in...
The Toulon company remembers the deadly Marseille fire of 1938
As every year, a memorial ceremony was organized at the compagnie de marins-pompiers de Toulon.
“I have always wanted to make myself useful and protect the population”
At the Galathea Festival, a 23-year-old voluntary assistant gendarme presented her career. She currently serves at the CNING.
On the occasion of the 10th Festival International Galathea, dedicated to marine and underwater worlds, the gendarmerie presented its diverse missions, and...
Maxime Ghinozzi gives a voice to printing centers
Maxime Ghinozzi directed the short film 'Dnière tribune'. It gives a voice to printing plant workers.
A student at the École Nationale de l’Audiovisuel (ENSAV) in Toulouse, Maxime Ghinozzi stands out on the film scene with his movie "Dernière tribune".
€5,000 to « P’tite Parenthèse »
The town of Le Pradet donated €5,000 to the charity La P'tite Parenthèse. The funds were raised during Pink October.
This donation from the Ville du Pradet is part of Octobre Rose, a month dedicated to breast cancer screening awareness and prevention.
Enedis and its partners inaugurate an 'electricity networks' class
Enedis and its partners inaugurated an 'electrical networks' class in Toulon. It trains Bac Pro MELEC students for energy transition jobs.
On December 5, Enedis and electrical grid industry players (SRER, FNTP, Serpollet Sud-Est, Azur Travaux, Sobeca, Avicollo, EMT...) inaugurated a new class.
A beneficial partnership between the middle school and the socio-economic fabric
In November, the first edition of the Jean Moulin middle school Careers Forum was held with remarkable success.
ACSPMG maintains the memory of Brigadier Lambert
The ACSPMG maintains the memory of Brigadier Lambert, killed in 1851 in Cuers. The association preserves this heritage with Souvenir Français.
The December 1851 insurrection in the Var is one of the most striking episodes in French republican history, and a decisive moment for the...
Veolia successfully opened its doors to teachers
Veolia welcomed teachers to La Valette-du-Var. The initiative aims to bridge education and business.
As part of the 'Professeurs en entreprise' initiative, Veolia offered professional immersion to bring schools and businesses closer together...
François de Canson: 'Europe has understood that its security is key to its freedom'
Région Sud and the Ministry of Armed Forces launched the Defense and Security RIO. This plan aims to mobilize 500 million euros for the defense industry.
On December 16, Région Sud and the ministère des Armées et des Anciens combattants launched the 'Défense et Sécurité' Opération d'Intérêt Régional (OIR).
102 years after the tragedy, the memory of the Dixmude honored with solemnity
Pierrefeu-du-Var honored the 50 victims of the airship Dixmude. The annual ceremony marks 102 years since the naval tragedy.
Like every 3rd Thursday of December, a commemoration marked by remembrance for the Dixmude airship and its crew, who disappeared...
In 2026, the bill will be steep for mutual insurance members
Mutual health insurance fees will increase again in 2026. This rise is driven by state disengagement and higher taxes.
Healthcare spending, covered by the Sécurité sociale as well as by mutuals, has been rising continuously for 15 years.
“In 2026, continuity in change!”
Max Bauer leaves the Coordination Rurale du Var presidency. He is entering politics for Hyères municipal elections.
At the start of 2026, Max Bauer, president of the Coordination Rurale of Paca, sends his sincere wishes of health, solidarity, serenity and...
The great agricultural distress at the foot of the Elysée Christmas tree
Max Bauer from Var met with Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée. He denounced the lack of progress on the agricultural crisis.
As in previous years, Max Bauer, representing the national Coordination Rurale and president of the "AlloAgri" association, took part in the...