Now, not later: Residents demand action at deadly Durford crossroads

Residents demand action on deadly Durford crossroads with Pulens Lane - a notorious accident hotspot, as they urge Hampshire County Council to introduce traffic calming measures sooner rather than later. Around 100 people gathered to take part in the front page photo shoot organised by the Petersf…

Local news for Friday 13th March

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Rally urges County Council to calm traffic on deadly Durford crossroads Current Affairs Group discusses corruption in the UK The funeral of councillor Martin Holmes has been held and we preview this weekend’s sport To share …

EHDC’s share of the Council Tax remains lower than most comparable councils in the region.

Council tax increase of £5 a year will go towards investing in crucial local infrastructure with £750,000 to enhance our local car parks. It was agreed at the last Full Council meeting to continue with community grants to support local organisations, community facilities and climate-related projec…

Hampshire County Council ask for views about dementia care 

Audrey Morton from Dementia Friendly Petersfield says this is an important opinion survey and people should not hold back from recording their view about what it is like for them if they have dementia or are caring for someone with the disease.  She’s filling it in herself; it’s anonymous so say w…

The Funeral  of Councillor Martin Holmes has been held

Almost 150 people attended the funeral in St Mary Magadalen in Sheet, to loud big band music on Wednesday 11 March. Survived by his wife and daughter, mother and brother, Martin was a Petersfield Town Councillor but was most known for the 61 charity markets organised over the years to raise funds …

A new Partnership Management Plan for 2026-31

At the Annual Meeting of the Town, held at the Festival Hall, South Downs National Park Authority presented “Together Now for Nature, Climate and People” along with how much funding has gone back into Petersfield since 2017 to fund many projects within our town We spoke to Chief Executive, Siôn  M…

It doesn’t have to be a gym workout, but moving daily helps with overall health

Cardio gym training is highly beneficial for overall health and fitness. It strengthens the heart and lungs, improving the body’s ability to deliver oxygen to muscles during physical activity.  Regular cardio exercises, such as running, cycling, or rowing will help burn those calories, which suppo…

Local news for Thursday 12th March

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. EHDC Budget means Council Tax remains lower than comparable councils Petersfield’s cobbler is marking almost 30 years on Chapel Street Students in Petersfield have been learning about business. …and we have a roundup of local…

Current Affairs Group discusses corruption in the UK

The Current Affairs group that meets at One Tree Books every month heard on 11 March from Professor Robert Barrington, from the University of Sussex about his book, out in July, Corrupted Kingdom. He explains what has happened over the years. He argues for change and is optimistic about making it …

The Life Clinic – talking about care and support

Julie Butler is joined once again this month by Lynn Osborne, Nickki Haggar and Duncan Cameron, along with special guest Amelia Barratt from Mackarness and Lunt solicitors. This month we approach the subject of Lasting Power of Attorney. How to get one and what does it involve. Amanda Whiteland S…