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Bertrand Carletti: "The breath of August 15, 1944 still animates us"
On August 15, the Provence Landings were commemorated in Var with many officials and citizens present. A special tribute was paid to the Commandos d'Afrique.
The 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing was celebrated with a poignant tribute to the soldiers of 1944.
Double presidency handover at the Rotary Club
Aurore and Patrick Rohmer took over the presidency of two local Rotary clubs in Hyères. The couple succeeds Denis Mayot and Philippe Berlatier.
Aurore and Patrick Rohmer now preside over the Rotary clubs of Carqueiranne Le Pradet and Toulon Ponant after a double handover.
The Chœur de l’Opéra de Toulon makes culture a vector of social connection
From July 15 to 17, the Chœur de l'Opéra de Toulon gave three free concerts in Var. The events took place in priority neighborhoods.
From July 15 to 17, the Chœur de l’Opéra de Toulon offered three free lyrical concerts in priority neighborhoods of Var.
Karl Vincent at the heart of a major health issue
Practitioner Karl Vincent released the book "TMS du rachis lombaire" published by Elsevier Masson. The guide aims to explain and relieve lower back pain.
La Valette-du-Var practitioner Karl Vincent publishes a book to help understand and relieve lower back pain, affecting one in two French people.
Le Faron, a rooftop winning over the people of Toulon
OKKO HOTELS has launched "Le Faron", a new rooftop in central Toulon. It aims to become a key gathering spot for locals and tourists.
OKKO HOTELS offers "Le Faron", a new rooftop designed as a key living space for the residents and visitors of Toulon.
Social housing: Josée Massi calls for consultation
Tensions arose over social housing in Carqueiranne. Josée Massi calls for dialogue between the State and local mayors.
Faced with social housing tensions, Métropole president Josée Massi calls for consultation between the State and municipalities.
Captain Olivier Brossollet Takes Command of the Dixmude
Captain Olivier Brossollet took command of the helicopter carrier Dixmude on July 16 in Toulon. He succeeds Captain Jocelyn Delrieu.
Captain Olivier Brossollet has taken command of the amphibious helicopter carrier Dixmude, succeeding Captain Jocelyn Delrieu.
Vincent Dejoie commander of the mine clearance diver vessel Achéron
Vincent Dejoie took command of the ship Achéron on July 16 in Toulon. He succeeds Lieutenant Maxime Vignol.
Sub-lieutenant Vincent Dejoie took command of the mine clearance diver support vessel Achéron in Toulon.
Gauthier Guillaumat takes command of the PHA Mistral
Captain Gauthier Guillaumat took command of the amphibious assault ship Mistral in Toulon. He succeeds Quentin Vieux-Rochas.
Captain Gauthier Guillaumat has taken command of the amphibious helicopter carrier Mistral, succeeding Quentin Vieux-Rochas.
4.2 million euros for the Université de Toulon and its 2026-2030 plan
The Université de Toulon has signed its 2026-2030 strategic agreement with the State. Funding of 4.2 million euros has been secured.
The Université de Toulon signed a contract with the State, validating its strategy and securing €4.2M in funding for 2026-2030.
A Unique Academic Bridge Between the Université and the German Central Bank
Université de Toulon has partnered with Bundesbank University since 2023. Around twenty students participate in this academic exchange every year.
Thanks to a partnership with the Bundesbank, students from Toulon immerse themselves in the heart of European finance.
Var commemorated the 1944 Landings
Var commemorated the 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing. Ceremonies honored the 350,000 Allied soldiers who landed on August 15, 1944.
Several Var communes celebrated the 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landings to honor the memory of the combatants.
Guillaume Decard: "Let's end the cycle of emotion–report–oblivion"!
The mayor of Puget-sur-Argens is calling on the state regarding the Falco report on civil protection. Submitted in 2023, it contains 116 recommendations.
The mayor of Puget-sur-Argens, Guillaume Decard, challenges the State on the follow-up to the Falco report on civil security, one year after its submission.
Elite divers and robots tackle the wreck of La Lune
An archaeological mission explored the 17th-century wreck of La Lune off Toulon. Navy divers and robots operated together at a depth of 90 meters.
Drassm and the Marine nationale conducted a human and robotic exploration of the wreck of the royal vessel La Lune.
Thomas Chaboud at the Helm of the BRF Jacques Chevallier
Commander Thomas Chaboud took command of the supply ship Jacques Chevallier in Toulon. He succeeds Captain Christophe Gaume.
Frigate Captain Thomas Chaboud has taken command of the force replenishment vessel Jacques Chevallier in Toulon.
Var maritime units honored on the Champs-Élysées
Several French Navy units based in Var paraded in Paris on July 14. The event celebrated the 400th anniversary of the French Navy.
Several Marine nationale units based in Toulon, Hyères, and Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer paraded in Paris for July 14.
Thibault Lavernhe Takes Command of the Chevalier Paul
Captain Thibault Lavernhe took command of the frigate Chevalier Paul. He succeeds Jean-Ythier Verly after two years of intense operations.
Captain Thibault Lavernhe has taken command of the air defense frigate Chevalier Paul, succeeding Captain Jean-Ythier Verly.
Admiral Christophe Cluzel at the helm of the Staff
Admiral Christophe Cluzel is the new Chief of Staff of the French Navy. He succeeded Admiral Nicolas Vaujour during a ceremony in Toulon.
Admiral Christophe Cluzel is the new Chief of Staff of the Marine, succeeding Admiral Nicolas Vaujour during a ceremony in Toulon.