La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 256
Published on March 9, 2026
Articles in this issue
A tribute to regional textile heritage
At Toulon's Palais Neptune, the latest Marché de la Mode Vintage highlighted regional textile heritage, an often unrecognized part of...
An initiative combining sport and solidarity
220 student drivers are expected for a charity race at the Circuit Paul Ricard.
An Olympic legacy facing economic reality
The institution celebrated its 50th anniversary under the banner of heroism and commitment.
2025 economic and tourist report, a private village under pressure
As the Côte d’Azur continues to attract record crowds, Port Grimaud, a private lake village founded in the 1960s, draws up an economic report...
Security and daily life: Philippe Leonelli praises the Republic of proximity
Mayor Philippe Leonelli went beyond traditional wishes to map out a future for Cavalaire resolutely focused on the long term.
The Fable of the Remarkable Natural Area
Under the leaden sun crushing the Maures, the cicadas' song doesn't drown out an injustice. On the Côte d'Azur, the promised land sometimes has...
Thierry Maréchal, elected president of the SNDGCT du Var
Thierry Maréchal, Directeur Général des Services of Le Lavandou, was elected president of the Var department section of the SNDGCT.
Jean-Baptiste Quinon has taken over the reins of “Cap Favière”
After a brief, worrying hibernation, the “Cap Favière” merchants' association is back on track thanks to a new team led by...
The seascapes and landscapes of Florence Gillot
She recently presented her works "Face à la mer" at Galerie Horace Vernet in Londe-les-Maures, a dive into Provençal landscapes.
François de Canson celebrates the excellence that makes the city shine
François de Canson highlighted the artisans, athletes, and farmers whose individual successes are the collective pride of the municipality.
A world premiere for the 3rd edition of the Nocturnes
The festival 'Les Nocturnes à Solliès-Pont' is about to make its comeback at Château Forbin for a third edition that promises to be rich in...
An unexpected rebirth for the Souvenir Français section
The farlédoise section of the Souvenir Français recently hosted the annual assembly of the Vallée du Gapeau committee, of which it is a key part.
Fleurette Hyères, a family story
In the Notre Dame du Plan du Pont district, a family passion for horticulture flourishes through the operation of Fleurette Hyères.
Stéphane Rambaud: 'Change is no longer a hypothesis, it has become a necessity'
On the occasion of his wishes, Stéphane Rambaud, MP for Var's 3rd constituency, drew a highly critical assessment of 2025 and mobilized his troops to...
Le Studio des Arts makes Le Pradet of Saint-Raphaël shine in Paris
Le Studio des Arts, a dance, theater and singing school based in la Bayette and run by the passionate Laura Colin, delivered an outstanding performance...
A Borne Musicale Mélo, a breath of joy and music
EHPAD Le Pardigaou now has a Borne Musicale Mélo, an innovative device donated by the Blouses Roses in collaboration with the Lions Club.
The 12th edition promises a festive and colorful journey
The Sarava association is organizing its 12th Brazil Carnival evening on March 28 at Espace des Arts.
The CCAS multiplies solidarity actions
Throughout the year, the Centre Communal d’Action Sociale (CCAS) is heavily mobilized with its partners to support people in need.
Foot soldiers with their feet in the Mediterranean
On February 4, a strike force of Corrèze foot soldiers and sailors took over the Var coastline for a spectacular dress rehearsal before...
La Marine deploys high intensity on the Var coasts
On February 4, the famous plage des Salins left its winter quiet to become the scene of a spectacular amphibious landing, a prelude...
Var boosts middle school students' career guidance
On February 12, the collège Cousteau in La Garde buzzed with the rhythm of professional careers!
Clémentine Buguette and Marine Berton, a passion for the stage
After ten years, Les Demoiselles du Rocher continue with the same conviction: making theatre a place of encounter, emotion, and...
Place des Oliviers, a more serene and sustainable setting
At the request of residents, the Municipalité redesigned the former place des Pins, which is now adorned with beautiful olive trees.
Thierry Albertini: “The mayor cannot do everything”
Before an audience of elected officials and citizens, the mayor highlighted the limits of municipal power in an unstable France, while calling for...
362 inspection operations in 2025
On February 9, the préfet du Var and the procureur de la République près le tribunal judiciaire de Toulon co-chaired the annual plenary meeting of the comité...
Widening the A57 reduces traffic jams
While the 2026 TomTom index shows rising congestion in most French cities, the Toulon area stands out as a clear exception.
An essential cog in the surveillance of maritime approaches
Key players in France's permanent maritime safeguard posture, semaphores are an essential cog in the surveillance of approaches...
The Pôle Écoles Méditerranée in the high-technology era
On January 31, vice-amiral Xavier Tourneux, deputy to the director of personnel of the Marine nationale, visited the Pôle Écoles Méditerranée to observe...
The Prefect of Var intensifies the economic war against drug trafficking
While drug-related crime is exploding nationally, Var shows a significant 5.4% drop in offenses in 2025.
Véronique Maurel intends to weigh in on upcoming elections
The president of the Union Patronale du Var (UPV) unveiled a 2026 roadmap focused on offensive action and entrepreneurial autonomy.
Over 500 visitors at the “Cap vers l'Emploi” forum
In Pierrefeu-du-Var, the 4th edition of the “Cap vers l'Emploi” forum attracted over 500 visitors who came to meet recruiters.
60 local youth at the heart of space innovation
From January 30 to 31, around sixty students from the region gathered at the ISEN engineering school to take part in the Toulon edition of the hackathon...
Innovating and strengthening its impact, FACE Var's goals for 2026
The FACE Var association started the year 2026 with a new ambition and the continuation of its integration commitments.
Charles Berling: 'The 2026 edition will be the last I will have the honor of presenting'
The Châteauvallon-Liberté national theatre unveiled its Summer Festival program (June 26 to July 28, 2026), an edition marked by the presence of...
Laure Lavalette wants to prepare the maritime future of Toulon
If elected mayor of Toulon, Laure Lavalette will entrust Jacques Mallard with the mission of deputy for the sea.
Renaud Muselier deploys “a social shield”
The president of the Région Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur unveiled a roadmap focused on proximity, making access to care and security a priority.