
La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 260
Published on May 4, 2026
Articles in this issue

L'Étoile, a school of resilience for young sailors
The schooner L'Étoile, a historic Navy training ship, has begun a four-month mission in the Mediterranean to train and meet the public.

Three artists, between here and elsewhere, at the « Le Moulin » gallery
On April 8, the bright rooms of the « Le Moulin » art gallery welcomed a large crowd gathered around three artists who came to present their...

La Maurin des Maures confirms its success
The 25th edition of La Maurin des Maures gathered 800 MTB and hiking enthusiasts for a sporting day in the massif des Maures.

Private heritage at the heart of a public tug-of-war
In Port Grimaud, behind the image of a peaceful lakeside town, an institutional clash is unfolding, having hardened over the months.

Philippe Leonelli: "The new majority must assume its choices"
The former municipal team, led by ex-mayor Philippe Leonelli, refutes point by point the new mayor's criticisms of the Cœur de Ville projects...

A well-oiled chain of solidarity with Soulidarita
In 2025, the association donated €22,110 to various causes thanks to sales from its second-hand clothing shop.

Budgetary rigor for the new municipal team
Mayor Bertrand Carletti presided over his first Conseil municipal, marking a shift toward more rigorous management.

A unique sensory journey in the heart of the village
The Léon Chommeton garden is a botanical space dedicated to a global collection of mimosas.

The Bail Réel Solidaire, an answer to real estate pressure
UNITI and SAGEM have launched construction of the Soleïade residence, a Bail Réel Solidaire scheme for affordable home ownership.

New vintage and radish harvesting competition
In March, Domaine Favanquet organized two open days allowing professionals and individuals to discover the new vintage...

Château La Valetanne, a blend of authenticity and the human touch
Patrick Schuller, a former defense engineer, fulfilled his dream by purchasing Château La Valetanne, a 14-hectare winery.

Éric Dusfourd: 'The Wine Festival is the reward for the daily work of the winegrowers'
Under a bright sun, place Camoin vibred to the rhythm of the traditional Wine Festival of AOC Côtes-de-Provence La Londe.

A conference to not forget the military personnel missing in Algérie
On April 13 at the Maison des Associations, the Souvenir Français organized a conference on the fate of French military personnel missing in Algérie.

La Laverie de Léo, an eco-responsible innovation
Léonie Le Bris, from Toulon, opened an automatic laundromat meeting a growing need for holidaymakers and professionals alike...

Daniel Muraro: 'We offer healthcare workers a maiden flight to say thank you'
The association Les Ailes de la Reconnaissance, created by pilots, continues its mission to offer flights to healthcare workers.

A first establishment for Promogim
After opening its showroom in Fréjus, Groupe Promogim confirms its regional roots with the delivery of the "Cœur Village" residence in Solliès-Pont.

Writer-investigator, Emmanuel Giampino explores the boundaries of literature
Already well established in the French literary landscape, he has become a key figure thanks to his appearances at round tables, his...

Stéphane Rambaud supports residents affected by severe weather
After torrential rains and flooding in Var on March 9-10, thousands now face administrative procedures...

High school students imagine the Mediterranean cuisine of tomorrow
The next generation of Mediterranean gastronomy is already at work.

A medical project to sustain healthcare services
The clinique de l’Espérance rises from the ashes of the former hôpital Sainte-Marguerite.

Rugby, a bridge between France and Ukraine
On April 15, a solidarity and sports project was presented at Espace des Arts.

“Nettoyons le Sud” returns on May 30
The City mobilizes for the environment.

La Foire aux Plants celebrated spring
On April 12, La Ville welcomed spring on the occasion of its traditional La Foire aux Plants.

A 3rd blue edition to better understand autism
On April 2, the Guy Môquet 2 sports complex vibrated to the rhythm of solidarity on Thursday, April 2

Nature at the heart of municipal concerns
On April 20, the Ville, in collaboration with the Syndicat de l’Eygoutier, unveiled its renaturalisation project for the Plan and...

Watercolor at the heart of artistic observation
A 2007 graduate of the Beaux-Arts de Toulouse, Véronique Sanson first explored space design before moving to Toulon to found her...

An inspiring day of inclusion
On April 15, Espace Pierre-Bel buzzed like a beehive for the second edition of the Journée de l’inclusion organized by the Ville.

A "Leçon" between Bitter Laughter and Dark Crime
In April, the municipal theater "Le Marelios" presented an iconic play from the contemporary repertoire, staged in an innovative and...

800 people at the Matinale de l’emploi
A key event, La Matinale de l’emploi brought together more than 800 people.

La Mêlée de l’Emploi confirms its local roots
Supported by the Rugby Club Toulonnais (RCT) endowment fund, the 2026 edition attracted more than 1,000 candidates.

Josée Massi: "A roadmap for security and proximity"
The mayor of Toulon has unveiled her program for the first hundred days, focused on security, proximity, and attractiveness.

120 middle school students at the heart of marine engineering
On April 9, the engineering school of the Université de Toulon welcomed 120 students for workshops aimed at inspiring scientific careers.

An oriental version of the mythical “Prince Actarus” by Jean-Pierre Savelli
Returning from a trip to Japan for Goldorak's 50th anniversary, the singer has written an oriental version of the mythical “Prince Actarus”.

La Région Sud se positionne comme un pilier de la souveraineté nationale
Le 23 avril à Toulon, la 3ème édition de Toulon Défense Event, événement majeur dans le domaine du recrutement dans le secteur de la Défense et de la Sécurité…
The naval base opens its doors to a Roman-era treasure
The naval base, a strategic military site, offers guided tours of its archaeological remains from the Roman era.

Le porte-avions Charles de Gaulle, outil de dissuasion face aux tensions internationales
Face aux tensions au Moyen-Orient, Jean-Paul Paloméros, ancien Chef d’État-major de l’Armée de l’air (2009-2012), éclaire sur le rôle stratégique du…

La Provence Verte, stronghold of the French almond
On April 13, the inauguration of Brignoles' 'La Casserie d’amandes' symbolized the reclaiming of French food sovereignty.

A national ambition for the French flower
For Arnaud Montebourg: 'The sovereignty of the horticultural sector will come through production.'

Jean-Pierre Ghiribelli (UMIH): "A strategic dialogue to regulate the profession before summer"
Gathered at the prefecture around Prefect Simon Babre, Jean-Pierre Ghiribelli, president of UMIH of Var and Jean-Louis Masson, president of the Department,…

Philippe Tabarot: "Maritime decarbonization, a sovereignty issue for France"
Maritime decarbonization in the Mediterranean is a national priority, encompassing environmental, economic, and sovereignty issues.

François de Canson: "A 2026 edition to promote the territories"
Launched in 2023, the "Ça c’est le Sud" tour has established itself over three editions as one of the largest touring popular events...