For international women's day we look back at the life of the pioneering 20th century conductor Kathleen Merritt.

Music: Bittersweet by Poddington Bear. Used under Creative Commons licence
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For international women's day we look back at the life of the pioneering 20th century conductor Kathleen Merritt.
Music: Bittersweet by Poddington Bear. Used under Creative Commons licence https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Podington_Bear/Piano_IV_Cinematic/Bittersweet_1577

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International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

With just 4 games of the season to go, Petersfield rugby club are hot on the heels of the Old Tottonians for a finishing position of 5th in the league. In so doing, they would find themselves in the play-offs for promotion. But standing in their way are the Old Tiffinians this weekend a team that has truly shown their mettle in this league campaign and beat Petersfield convincingly back in November. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/ . Petersfield the Rams mens side are still looking for their first league point since the turmoil of departures with coach and players in January. Saturday saw visitors Cowes Sports arrive at Love Lane https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . Liss Athletic are looking to shore up their defences after a spell of too many conceded goals. An accomplished Hedge End Rangers side invites Liss to their ground in Southampton. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic . Petersfield Hockey club have gritty and determined teams that play with a smile on their face. But sometimes the opposition sides underestimate them because they can produce performances as they did this weekend. https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/

With just 4 games of the season to go, Petersfield rugby club are hot on the heels of the Old Tottonians for a finishing position of 5th in the league. In so doing, they would find themselves in the play-offs for promotion. But standing in their way are the Old Tiffinians this weekend a team that has truly shown their mettle in this league campaign and beat Petersfield convincingly back in November. <a href="https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/">https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/</a> . Petersfield the Rams mens side are still looking for their first league point since the turmoil of departures with coach and players in January. Saturday saw visitors Cowes Sports arrive at Love Lane <a href="https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/">https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/</a> . Liss Athletic are looking to shore up their defences after a spell of too many conceded goals. An accomplished Hedge End Rangers side invites Liss to their ground in Southampton. <a href="https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic">https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic</a> . Petersfield Hockey club have gritty and determined teams that play with a smile on their face. But sometimes the opposition sides underestimate them because they can produce performances as they did this weekend. https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/

In the Sportlight 9th March

The Goodwood Road Racing Club may be known for the Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival but the club members and fellows are active all year round.  Shine reporter Phill Humphries took to the road on their local regional drive around Sussex and Hampshire and spoke with one of the club's event organisers.

The Goodwood Road Racing Club may be known for the Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival but the club members and fellows are active all year round. &nbsp;Shine reporter Phill Humphries took to the road on their local regional drive around Sussex and Hampshire and spoke with one of the club's event organisers.

On the road with the GRRC

The spirit of Fleetwood Mac recently filled Festival Hall Petersfield as Petersfield sang along and danced the night away.

Local musicians joined forces in a new collaboration, with Fleetwood Nights bringing the classic hits of one of the most loved bands of past decades to life. The performance had the audience on its feet as song after song got the crowd singing along.

Regular listeners will know Paul Jupe — a farmer from Buriton and a “friend of Shine Radio”. The international award-winning country musician and songwriter, who often features on The Local Showcase, has recently joined the band.

Among those enjoying the show was Jo Gray, who even managed to pop backstage for a quick chat…

Find the group on social media for more and details of forthcoming shows.

The spirit of Fleetwood Mac recently filled Festival Hall Petersfield as Petersfield sang along and danced the night away.
Local musicians joined forces in a new collaboration, with Fleetwood Nights bringing the classic hits of one of the most loved bands of past decades to life. The performance had the audience on its feet as song after song got the crowd singing along.
Regular listeners will know Paul Jupe &mdash; a farmer from Buriton and a &ldquo;friend of Shine Radio&rdquo;. The international award-winning country musician and songwriter, who often features on The Local Showcase, has recently joined the band.
Among those enjoying the show was Jo Gray, who even managed to pop backstage for a quick chat&hellip;
Find the group on social media for more and details of forthcoming shows.

International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

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