La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 254
Published on February 9, 2026
Articles in this issue
Resounding success for the 12th edition of L’Ayguadoise
On January 11, Hyères hosted the 12th edition of L’Ayguadoise, a running race organized by ASPTT Hyères.
UCPL keeps a steady pace in the heart of winter
Between solidarity actions, warm gatherings and preparations for 2026, the Londaise cycling club shows flawless dynamism in this early season.
A year 2026 marked by resilience
During the New Year's address to the population, the mayor looked back on the severe weather that hit the Var coastline hard.
A program closer to the residents for Magali Tropini
Breaking with the outgoing majority, former councillor Magali Tropini is running for mayor with the list "Bormes au cœur".
François de Canson's tribute to his “guardian angels”
During the New Year ceremony, the mayor François de Canson praised the emergency services' unwavering commitment and the spirit of mutual aid protecting the…
Jean-Pierre Giran: "The prince's or the mayor's good pleasure does not exist"
Running for re-election, the mayor of Hyères presented his wishes, navigating carefully between electoral reserve and key projects for the municipality.
Hervé Stassinos runs for a new term
A few hours after his address to the residents, Mayor Hervé Stassinos announced his candidacy for the municipal elections and today steps into the race...
Huit Trois, Var, as a stylistic signature
Some brands tell a story. Huit Trois is one of them.
When art serves solidarity
On Friday, Feb 20 at 8 pm, Espace des Arts in Le Pradet hosts a charity musical theater evening to benefit the association « Un Projet...
These 5 years that transformed the musée de la Mine into a success!
In five years, the musée de la mine de Cap Garonne has undergone a true metamorphosis.
BeauVezé Aventure, a treetop adventure park between sea and hill
The BeauVezé Aventure leisure park reopens on February 21 in a four-hectare pine forest, offering an exceptional panorama...
Between acoustics and technology, Pierre on cello and Arthur on piano
On February 14, two musicians are on stage at the Théâtre l'Escale, with a piano and a cello.
Hélène Arnaud-Bill celebrates collective commitment and youth
The Gérard-Philipe space was packed on Tuesday, January 13, for the traditional New Year's address to the population.
Nicolas Salsou campaigns for a liberated economy and uncompromising security
Ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, in a resolutely offensive mood, Nicolas Salsou unveils the main lines of his program,...
The Jardin de Baudouvin celebrates the richness of citrus fruits
On January 25, the Ville and the Les Amis du Jardin de Baudouvin association welcomed the public for a fragrant and friendly event.
New Year's wishes marked by unity
On January 15, during the New Year's address, Thierry Albertini, mayor of La Valette-du-Var, gathered elected officials, partners, and residents at...
"Matières en Suspens", a dive into the heart of an abstract universe
With Matières en Suspens, the artist invites the public to dive into an abstract universe where color, material, and structure dialogue in harmony.
Between resilience and innovation, the public hospital is transforming
Against the backdrop of the tragedy at Hyères hospital, management reaffirmed the central role of the Var support facility, while unveiling a...
80 students successfully take up the Innovathon challenge
The Marine nationale's FANLAB organized the first 48-hour 'Innovathon' in Toulon with 80 students to innovate on data and drone challenges...
Lieutenant Commander Landry de Gove takes command of the minehunter Lyre
On January 13, Rear Admiral Pierre-Yves Grente, organic deputy in Toulon to the admiral commanding the Force d’Action Navale, presented the...
The Pôle Écoles Méditerranée showcased its professions
On February 7, the Pôle Écoles Méditerranée (PEM) in Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer held an open day to showcase its training programs in partnership...
An experimental dive to 265 meters
From January 27 to February 10, the Centre Expert Plongée Humaine et Intervention sous la Mer (CEPHISMER) conducted a saturation dive in the chamber...
Laurence Menichini, a career dedicated to public service
Laurence Menichini leads the 'Tous Unis Pour Signes' list for the March election. The former gendarme opened her campaign office on January 12.
Parliamentary assistant and former gendarme, Laurence Menichini is a candidate for the upcoming March election.
Florian Diliberto: 'Our town deserves better'
Florian Diliberto gathered residents on January 17 in Le Cabrol. The municipal candidate promotes renewal in Carqueiranne.
Running in the municipal elections, Florian Diliberto gathered residents in Cabrol on January 17 for an exchange focused on renewing the town.
Josée Massi, experience and proximity as assets
Josée Massi officially launched her campaign for the municipal elections in Toulon. The incumbent mayor emphasizes her experience and a renewed team.
Josée Massi has made her municipal candidacy official to continue the transformation of the city.
Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis wants to limit the construction of social housing
RN-UDR candidate Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis presented his municipal priorities in Hyères. He aims to limit social housing and boost local security.
Supported by MP Stéphane Rambaud, Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis, RN-UDR candidate, detailed his municipal priorities.
Laure Lavalette wants to reconnect with the city's maritime identity
Laure Lavalette launched her municipal campaign in Toulon in front of 1,500 people. The Var MP presented her team and key priorities focused on security.
Before 1,500 people, the Var MP unveiled a team from civil society and a program focused on security.
Nicolas Massuco has a deep attachment to Hyères
Nicolas Massuco announces his candidacy for municipal elections in Hyères. The 49-year-old lawyer presents a new team.
With six years of experience in the opposition, Nicolas Massuco is committed to revitalizing a town he knows well.
Youth, a future challenge for Bernard Derro
In La Crau, RN candidate Bernard Derro unveiled his municipal campaign priorities. He focuses on youth, transport, and security.
In La Crau, the campaign of Bernard Derro, running for the next municipal elections under the banner of Rassemblement National, highlights three...
The préfet sets a course of "resilience and ambition" for the Var
The prefect of Var, Simon Babre, presented his priorities for 2026. The roadmap focus on climate adaptation and security.
On January 12, Simon Babre, préfet of the Var, set out a clear roadmap for the coming year, focused on a triple commitment to resilience in the face of...
A single center for faster payments
An agreement was signed between TPM Metropolis and Var Public Finances. A single center is created to speed up invoice payments to companies.
Following a shared trial, an agreement was signed on December 19 between Métropole TPM and the direction départementale des Finances publiques.
Une distinction honorifique pour Anne-Marie Rinaldi
Récemment, un moment chargé d’émotion s’est déroulé à La Garde, à l’occasion de la remise de la médaille de l’enfance et des familles à Anne- Marie Rinaldi.
A useful day to get information and find guidance
On January 31, during the Open House at the IUT and the Université de Toulon, future students obtained many answers to their questions.
A success for the Mission locale des Jeunes Toulonnais
In January, the Mission Locale des Jeunes Toulonnais (MLJT) organized the After des métiers de la défense et des sécurités, a particularly successful event.
Refounding the Sustainable Development Goals
The Université de Toulon coordinates the Earth Assembly - France to rethink the SDGs. This scientific initiative involves public, private, and youth actors.
Led by two researcher-teachers from the Université de Toulon, the Assemblée de la Terre – France aims to rethink the Goals in an eco-centered way.
Coordination Rurale calls for a revolt of 'consom'actors'
The Coordination Rurale of Var calls for a boycott of imported goods. Farmers seek public support amid the crisis.
Faced with the ongoing agricultural crisis, Coordination Rurale du Var urges citizens to boycott imported products in supermarkets.
“Strengthening daily fire safety beyond traditional annual inspections”
In France, 90% of small businesses open without prior fire safety inspections. Major flaws persist despite annual checks.
In Hyères, a young shopkeeper, facing the limits of traditional checks, shares an insightful account of fire safety vulnerabilities.
Naval Group to recruit 1,500 people in Var
Naval Group plans to recruit 1,500 people in Var by 2030. These hires will support naval defense activities.
Naval Group confirms the recruitment of 1,500 employees in Var within five years (2030) to support its defense and maintenance activities.
A treasure of underwater exploration about to be restored
The FNRS III bathyscaphe is set to be restored in Toulon. This historic vessel reached a depth of 4,050 meters in 1954.
The FNRS III is one of the very first submersibles designed to explore the deep ocean.
The Marine nationale boards a vessel flying a false flag
On January 22, assets of the Marine nationale intervened on the high seas, in the mer d'Alboran, on the cargo tanker GRINCH coming from Mourmansk.
On the Route du Mimosa...
The mimosa season officially opened on January 8 in Saint-Cassien. The 130 km route runs from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Grasse.
An odyssey of gold and light between Var and Côte d'Azur.
François de Canson: 'The weight of silence on your 17-year-old shoulders'
François de Canson accompanied high school students from the Région Sud to Auschwitz-Birkenau. The trip is part of the regional "Memory and Citizenship" program.
On January 21, François de Canson, vice-president of the Région, visited Auschwitz-Birkenau, accompanied by high school students from the region.