Public Figure
Francine MARIE
23 articles
A heritage without direct witnesses
The Amicale des Commandos d'Afrique no longer has any veterans from the Débarquement de Provence. Its president calls on descendants to take over the duty of remembrance.
The Commandos d'Afrique association calls on the next generation to keep the soldiers' memory alive as the last direct witnesses pass away.
The CIBLER association strengthens its volunteer team
The IT association CIBLER is celebrating its 30th anniversary. It is expanding its volunteer team for the new season.
With 30 years of experience, CIBLER continues its digital training mission and expands its volunteer team.
Multisport to awaken talents from the age of 4
The City and UFOLEP Var are launching multi-sport sessions for children aged 4 to 9 at Bormisport. These supervised activities take place on Wednesday mornings.
The Town and UFOLEP Var offer multisport initiations for 4-9 year olds at the Bormisport complex.
Major Roadworks on Boulevard du Soleil
Stabilization works are underway on Boulevard du Soleil in Bormes-les-Mimosas. Traffic is alternating until mid-November.
In Bormes-les-Mimosas, slope stabilization on boulevard du Soleil disrupts traffic until mid-November.
Claude Mathieu: 'Introducing middle school students to biodiversity and heritage'
Middle school students in Bormes-les-Mimosas created a 20 m² fresco on local biodiversity. The project combines art, science, and heritage.
At the Frédéric Mistral middle school in Bormes, a 4th-grade class created a 20 m² fresco on biodiversity and heritage.
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.
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.
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.
A "Féerie des Lumières" for a magical evening
Le Lavandou celebrated the end of July with a light parade and water activities. The evening concluded with a magical drone light show.
On July 31, the seafront lit up for a magical evening featuring a parade, a drone show and a popular public ball.
At Le Grand Bleu cinema, Simon Henry succeeds Tristan Bonis as director
Simon Henry has taken over as director of Le Grand Bleu cinema in Le Lavandou. He succeeds Tristan Bonis following a record attendance of 90,000 in 2025.
After three successful years, Tristan Bonis leaves Le Grand Bleu cinema, replaced by Simon Henry, who will ensure continuity.
Bormes-les-Mimosas: Public Consultation, Key Word of Development Projects
The town hall of Bormes-les-Mimosas met with residents of chemin des Catalanes on-site. The goal is to plan road safety measures to slow down traffic.
The town hall consulted residents of chemin des Catalanes to co-design road safety measures.
In Fontainebleau, the exceptional commitment of firefighters
Eight firefighters from Var were deployed to Seine-et-Marne to protect the Fontainebleau forest. Mayor François Arizzi praised their dedication.
Eight firefighters from Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou were deployed to Seine-et-Marne, a commitment praised by François Arizzi.
An intimate refuge between sky and sea
Hotel Le Mirage has unveiled its renovation in Bormes-les-Mimosas. The 4-star establishment is managed by Jules Brenier.
In Bormes-les-Mimosas, the 4-star hotel Le Mirage has revealed its new look after a major renovation.
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.
Le Lavandou: a citizen reserve reinforces the monitoring of massifs
Le Lavandou has created a Municipal Civil Security Reserve. This team strengthens forest monitoring this summer.
The town has created a Réserve Communale de Sécurité Civile to strengthen forest fire prevention during the summer season.
Bormes-les-Mimosas: with modernised means, the nautical brigade ensures safety
The Bormes-les-Mimosas municipal police acquired a new rigid inflatable boat. This modern vessel strengthens maritime security and beach surveillance this summer.
The municipal police's nautical brigade has acquired a new semi-rigid boat to strengthen safety at sea.