Articles in this issue
In Hyères, behind History, the broken destiny of Pépino, a 20-year-old aviator
In 1944, Canadian pilot Pépino was shot down in Var. Hidden by local residents near Hyères, he survived for three months.
In 1944, a young Canadian aviator shot down near Hyères was hidden by residents, a story of courage and solidarity.
Adeline: "An unforgettable experience at sunset"!
This summer, coastal cruises offered local wine tastings at sunset. Many participants sailed between La Londe-les-Maures and Bormes-les-Mimosas.
This summer, hundreds of enthusiasts enjoyed a cruise with tastings of local wines and products.
Garlic Fair in La Garde: transmission at the heart of the procession
The town of La Garde held its traditional garlic and local produce fair on August 30. The historical event brought together residents and producers for local festivities.
The traditional garlic fair in La Garde attracted a large crowd, combining local flavors and popular fervor.
Facing the sea, an intoxicating panorama!
The Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces wines on the Var coast. The vineyards directly face the sea and the îles d'Or.
On the Var coast, the Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces fine, fresh and elegant wines.
Nicolas Moulin: "A tremendous cultural and heritage success"
The Musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma in Saint-Tropez celebrates its 10th anniversary. The institution opened on June 24, 2016, in the former gendarmerie building.
The musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma de Saint-Tropez celebrates 10 years of cultural and heritage success.
A solemn tribute to pilot Didier Berger
A commemorative plaque was unveiled in Le Lavandou in memory of Didier Berger. The pilot died in an air crash in 2024.
A plaque was inaugurated in Le Lavandou in tribute to pilot Didier Berger, who died in a plane crash in 2024.
Le Lavandou: a roundabout named in honor of commando Pierre Velsch
A roundabout in Le Lavandou has been named after Pierre Velsch. The naming took place during the August 15 commemorations.
On the occasion of the August 15, 1944 commemorations, a town roundabout was named after commando Pierre Velsch.
Emmanuel Macron: "I will miss you, too"!
Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas. This marks their ninth consecutive participation in this historical event.
The presidential couple attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas, marked by emotion and loyalty.
La Londe-les-Maures: A Coastline Under Close Watch
The mayor of La Londe-les-Maures presented the summer security report. Multiple emergency and police forces were deployed across the municipality.
Mayor François de Canson reviews the summer security measures, praising the excellent coordination of all forces.
A vibrant tribute to the architects of freedom
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 17. The ceremony honored the heroes of summer 1944.
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation, paying tribute to the heroes of the summer of 1944.
An essential duty of remembrance
On August 20, the town celebrated its 1944 liberation. The event brought together residents and associations for a patriotic tribute.
On August 20, the village celebrated its liberation, marking the 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing.
Lieutenant-Colonel Jordane Boursereau meets local elected officials
Lieutenant-colonel Jordane Boursereau is the new commander of the Hyères gendarmerie. He is meeting local elected officials to enhance regional security.
The new commander of the Hyères gendarmerie company, Jordane Boursereau, has started a tour to meet the elected officials of his district.
The mobile gendarmerie and ACSPMG join forces to create a memorial space
Groupement II/6 of gendarmerie mobile and ACSPMG are creating a heritage space at caserne Capitaine Delort. This site honors Captain Delort and traces the history of the institution.
The Groupement II/6 of mobile gendarmerie and ACSPMG signed an agreement to create a heritage space at the Capitaine Delort barracks.
A memorial route to honor the 1944 liberators
The city of Hyères organized a five-step memorial trail for its Liberation anniversary. This tribute honors the fighters and victims of August 1944.
For the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation, the Ville de Hyères organized a commemorative route in tribute to resistance fighters and soldiers.
A dynamic start to the school year for young Pradétans
The city of Le Pradet offers sports and academic programs for local youth this school year. These initiatives target children and middle school students.
The Ville du Pradet offers young people numerous sporting and academic programs for a fulfilling return to school.
In La Voulte, a partnership serving the local area
La Voulte provides two hectares to a local equestrian center. This partnership produces local fodder and maintains the land.
A partnership between the municipality and an equestrian centre produces local forage while maintaining natural areas.
A morning to clean up the beach and coastline of Garonne
Aquabulles club and the Ville du Pradet organize a beach cleanup at Plage de la Garonne on September 26. The event takes place from 9 am to 1 pm on land and at sea.
The Aquabulles club and the Ville du Pradet are organizing a waste collection on the Garonne beach on Saturday, September 26.
An adapted physical activity program for seniors
Le Pradet has launched the 'Sport Santé Passerelle' program for seniors and inactive adults. It offers a safe and adapted return to physical activity starting September 21.
The City has launched a Sport Santé Passerelle initiative to encourage a safe return to sport for those over 60.
Le Pradet: A successful festive and friendly summer
The town of Le Pradet organized a wide range of summer events. Concerts, markets, and sports activities animated the season.
The municipality of Le Pradet offered a varied summer program, with festivals, concerts, and activities for everyone.
Doctors, researchers and athletes combine their expertise
On September 12, the first Sport and Health Congress took place at Domaine de la Baratonne. The event brought together healthcare workers, researchers, and elite athletes.
On September 12, a congress brought together experts and top-level athletes to address the links between sport, health and performance.
Illegal dumping, education and firmness
The city of La Garde launched a campaign against illegal dumping on September 7. It aims to raise awareness before fining offenders.
On September 7, the City of La Garde launched an awareness campaign against illegal dumping.
A solemn tribute to the "thousand faces" of Liberty
The town of La Garde commemorated its Liberation during a ceremony on August 23. The event honored all the diverse fighters of Operation Dragoon in 1944.
La Garde commemorated its Liberation with a solemn ceremony paying tribute to the diversity of the 1944 fighters.
Remembrance and popular fervor for the 82nd anniversary
La Valette-du-Var celebrated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 23. The event combined patriotic ceremonies and public festivities.
La Valette-du-Var commemorated its Liberation between solemn tributes and popular festivities on August 23.
Duty of remembrance: a bridge between generations
The Gueules Cassées association commemorated the liberation of Mont Coudon. The ceremony brought together multiple generations of combatants.
On August 22, the "Gueules Cassées" association commemorated the liberation of Mont Coudon, uniting generations of combatants.
How to track state subsidies in Var?
The Var prefecture launched the "Suivi-Subventions" website. It allows citizens to view public state aid to local authorities.
The Var prefecture has launched a website to view public aid paid to local authorities and increase transparency.
Toulon: 82 years on, the memory of the Liberation remains intact
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation on August 28. Official authorities paid tribute to the 1944 fighters during a memorial parade.
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation during an official ceremony on August 28.
Captain Alain Gaborit takes command
Captain Alain Gaborit took command of the frigate Languedoc on July 28. He succeeds Captain Loïc Boyer as head of Crew A.
Captain Alain Gaborit takes command of the frigate Languedoc, succeeding Captain Loïc Boyer.
225 days of absence from the home port
Lieutenant Commander Alexandra Adams assumed command of the BSAM Loire in Toulon. She succeeds Lieutenant Damien Casini after his two-year tenure.
Lieutenant Commander Alexandra Adams took command of the BSAM Loire, succeeding Lieutenant Damien Casini.
Laurent Hermann, maritime prefect: "The Mediterranean, a concentration of global issues"
Maritime prefect Laurent Hermann presented his roadmap for the Mediterranean. Focus is placed on firmness, cooperation, and base modernization.
Maritime prefect Laurent Hermann detailed his roadmap for the Mediterranean: firmness, cooperation and modernization of the naval base.
A successful first deployment for the supply ship Jacques Stosskopf
The BRF Jacques Stosskopf completed its inaugural five-month deployment at sea. Captain Sébastien Poulain took command of the ship on July 22 in Toulon.
CV Sébastien Poulain takes command of the Jacques Stosskopf after the success of its inaugural five-month deployment.
A new commander at the helm of the mine clearance divers base ship Pluton
A change of command ceremony took place on July 16 at the Toulon naval base. Master Chief Petty Officer Laurent Fournier replaced Lieutenant Commander Pierre Moucheboeuf on BBPD Pluton.
Master Chief Petty Officer Laurent Fournier succeeds Lieutenant Commander Pierre Moucheboeuf at the helm of the BBPD Pluton.
Jean-Louis Masson: "This medal is theirs as much as mine"
Jean-Louis Masson received the Internal Security Medal in Saint-Raphaël. The award honors the organization of the 80th anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence.
The President of Var received the Internal Security Medal for organizing the 80th anniversary of the Provence Landing.
Alice Rufo: "France has not forgotten the meaning of their sacrifice"
Alice Rufo paid tribute to American soldiers in Draguignan for the 82nd anniversary of Liberation. The cemetery in Var holds 861 graves of liberators.
Minister Alice Rufo paid tribute to American soldiers during the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Draguignan.
Jean-Marc Jancovici, Key Witness at the Rencontres Stratégiques de la Méditerranée
RSMed will take place on October 7-8, 2026, at Palais Neptune in Toulon. Jean-Marc Jancovici will be the keynote speaker.
The RSMed 2026 in Toulon will host Jean-Marc Jancovici, focusing on the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East.
Françoise Dumont commissioned by the government
Françoise Dumont has been tasked by the Prime Minister to tackle forest fires. She will propose new measures for civil security legislation.
Françoise Dumont has been commissioned by the Prime Minister to propose measures to fight forest fires.
Max Bauer: "Ros at 40/hl is the price of anger!"
In Var, bulk rosé wine sold at €40/hl has sparked anger among winemakers. Max Bauer warns this price fails to cover production costs.
The sale of Varois ros in bulk at 40/hl triggers anger among winegrowers who denounce a price threatening the entire sector.
Guillaume Afonso, a strategic role at the heart of the State
Guillaume Afonso became the chief of staff for the prefect of Var on August 1. He met with the local press on August 4.
Guillaume Afonso took office as chief of staff to the Var prefect on August 1, in a particularly busy summer context.
François de Canson: "The Region deploys a massive investment plan for high schools"
François de Canson presented the investment plan for high schools in Région Sud. A budget of 280.7 million euros is dedicated to high school life for 2026.
The Vice-President of Région Sud, François de Canson, presented the investment plan for the high schools in the territory.