Public Figure
Gil Bernardi
137 articles
The Villa Théo workshop: A story of passion and transmission
The villa Théo visual arts workshop celebrated its 30th anniversary in Le Lavandou. An exhibition features 200 works by 150 students.
The Villa Théo visual arts workshop celebrated its 30th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing works by its 150 students.
François de Canson warns of climate and economic challenges
François de Canson was elected president of the Syndicat des Communes du Littoral Varois on May 11. He highlights economic and climate emergencies.
Elected president of the Syndicat des Communes du Littoral Varois, the vice-president of the Région set a course to protect the coast from climate challenges.
Bertrand Carletti: "Overcoming divisions to unite the Lavandourains"
Bertrand Carletti is the new mayor of Le Lavandou after his election victory. His list won 53.52% of the vote.
Before an assembly gathered in the town hall's Hall of Honor, Bertrand Carletti took on the mayoral sash, marking the end of the 31-year mandate of...
A year 2026 marked by resilience
The mayor of Le Lavandou delivered his 2026 New Year address following severe storms. He outlined coastline reconstruction plans and his social record.
During the New Year's address to the population, the mayor looked back on the severe weather that hit the Var coastline hard.
A tribute to the liberators of Provence
The 81st anniversary of the Provence landings was celebrated in Le Lavandou and Bormes-les-Mimosas. Ceremonies honored the Commandos d'Afrique with Emmanuel Macron present.
For the 81st anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence, ceremonies in Le Lavandou and Bormes-les-Mimosas paid a vibrant tribute to the Commandos.
3 deaths and considerable damage
On May 20, severe weather struck Var, leaving three people dead. Record rainfall caused extensive damage across several towns.
On May 20, the Var was hit by rains and floods of unprecedented violence.
A seaside resort highly popular with authors
The 'Rivages littéraires' festival held its second edition at the Espace culturel. The event will return for a third edition in 2026.
In 2024, on the initiative of cultural director Raphaël Dupouy, the Ville created a festival on the theme of 'Rivages littéraires'.
Facing beach erosion, the battle plan of coastal municipalities
Var local officials are taking action against coastal erosion. They are launching a guide compiling local coastal studies.
The elected officials of the Syndicat des Communes du Littoral Varois (SCLV) are launching a collection listing all studies conducted on the coastline.
A green corridor on avenue Pierre de Coubertin
A new greenway is being created on avenue Pierre de Coubertin. Work will end on March 15.
Initiated on November 4th, the creation of a new green corridor on avenue Pierre de Coubertin continues.
Gil Bernardi: "We have decided to stop all construction in the plaine du Batailler"
The mayor of Le Lavandou delivered his New Year address to 600 residents. The town is cutting taxes and stopping construction in the Batailler plain.
Red carpet for the mayor of Le Lavandou's New Year wishes in front of more than 600 residents.
Numerous projects and purchasing power on the program
After a busy summer, Le Lavandou is launching major winter projects. The town council is supporting local families' purchasing power.
After a busy summer season with high visitor numbers, winter is filled with numerous construction projects.
The City receives its first 'Ville active et sportive' label
Le Lavandou received its first 'Ville active & sportive' label award. This distinction rewards its sports facilities and local policy.
Sport is at the heart of the lives of the Lavandourains.
Schoolchildren discover life in a chestnut grove
In Le Lavandou, local children are learning about chestnut grove management. They harvested fruits as part of an educational project.
During their leisure activities, the village children benefit from territorial educational projects, including the discovery of a chestnut grove.
Pierre Pommeret, new parish priest
Pierre Pommeret is the new administrator of the Saint-Louis parish in Le Lavandou. His official appointment took place on September 1st.
Highly anticipated by the parishioners of Le Lavandou, Pierre Pommeret has been appointed administrator of the Saint-Louis parish.
Philippe Bouvard, new president of the SNSM
Philippe Bouvard is the new president of the SNSM in Le Lavandou - Bormes-les-Mimosas. He succeeds Michel Terre after a ten-year term.
At the SNSM branch (Le Lavandou - Bormes-les-Mimosas), Philippe Bouvard succeeds Michel Terre.
The Cavalière ZMEL awarded the 2024 Thomas Joly Prize
The Cavalière ZMEL has been officially launched and awarded the 2024 Thomas Joly Prize. It features 71 ecological moorings to protect Posidonia seagrass in Le Lavandou.
In the presence of the préfet of Var and the préfet maritime, a Light Mooring and Equipment Zone (ZMEL) has entered service.
Local and intercommunal associations gathered at the Forum
The Associations Forum took place in La Favière on September 1st. It brought together actors from Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou.
One year in Le Lavandou, one year in Bormes-les-Mimosas, the Forum bringing together the associations of both towns took place in La Favière.
François Bonin: "History, with a capital H, is imposed on all men"
The African Commandos association met in La Londe-les-Maures. This tribute marks the 80th anniversary of the Provence landings.
On August 14, the general assembly of the veterans of the 1er Groupe des Commandos d'Afrique and the 3ème Groupement de Choc was held in La Londe-les-Maures.