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

The season campaigns for our Petersphere teams enter their final stretch now and Petersfield rugby club are still in the hunt for 5th place in the Regional South central 2 league which would earn them a promotional playoff spot. On Saturday they welcome free-flowing Havant to Penns Place, a side renowned for fast and skilful rugby https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/ . In football, Petersfield The Rams mens side have finally started picking up points since the earthquake shock of management departure in January. This week they have a tricky tie away to New Milton. https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ and the women's first side have a cup game against close rivals Sholing. Our Hockey sides have their work cut out for them particularly the women's 1st side as they take on league leaders Bournemouth. https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/ . Just 3 games remain in the Haslemere Table Tennis league this week and finally the 2 titans Petersfield and College Hill clash in what could be a title decider https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/ . And as Josh attempts to restore honour to his family name, he must overturn the might (and ego) of his co-presenter Kevin as they hurl biscuits into the sky in their first presenter event....Biscus

The season campaigns for our Petersphere teams enter their final stretch now and Petersfield rugby club are still in the hunt for 5th place in the Regional South central 2 league which would earn them a promotional playoff spot. On Saturday they welcome free-flowing Havant to Penns Place, a side renowned for fast and skilful rugby <a href="https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/">https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/</a> . In football, Petersfield The Rams mens side have finally started picking up points since the earthquake shock of management departure in January. This week they have a tricky tie away to New Milton.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/">https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/</a> and the women's first side have a cup game against close rivals Sholing. Our Hockey sides have their work cut out for them particularly the women's 1st side as they take on league leaders Bournemouth. <a href="https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/">https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/</a> . Just 3 games remain in the Haslemere Table Tennis league this week and finally the 2 titans Petersfield and College Hill clash in what could be a title decider <a href="decider.https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/">https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/</a> . And as Josh attempts to restore honour to his family name, he must overturn the might (and ego) of his co-presenter Kevin as they hurl biscuits into the sky in their first presenter event....Biscus

In the Sportlight 23rd March

Jo Gray recently travelled from Petersfield to Leatherhead to attend the Felinology Cat Show, where she met Norwegian Forest Cat Forestfriend Annie and her owner, John Farnaby.

Annie, a retired champion show cat, was attending as a cat ambassador — a role she clearly relishes — giving visitors the chance to learn more about her majestic breed.

In this slice of feline heaven, Jo also meets more passionate owners and their prized cats, as well as a dedicated rescuer committed to helping cats with nowhere else to go.

There were cats big and small — from gloriously fluffy furballs to striking hairless beauties — a true celebration of feline diversity.

Jo Gray recently travelled from Petersfield to Leatherhead to attend the Felinology Cat Show, where she met Norwegian Forest Cat Forestfriend Annie and her owner, John Farnaby.
Annie, a retired champion show cat, was attending as a cat ambassador &mdash; a role she clearly relishes &mdash; giving visitors the chance to learn more about her majestic breed.
In this slice of feline heaven, Jo also meets more passionate owners and their prized cats, as well as a dedicated rescuer committed to helping cats with nowhere else to go.
There were cats big and small &mdash; from gloriously fluffy furballs to striking hairless beauties &mdash; a true celebration of feline diversity.

All Breeds Welcome: From Pedigree Show Cats to Adorable Domestic Companions

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Road improvements at Durford Road crossroads is one step further
Mia has this weekend’s sporting results from across the Petersphere
Petersfield Shines again in Sunday Times best places to live
…and we have the latest results from the East Hants Community Lottery.

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Published at 4:58am on 23 March, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Road improvements at Durford Road crossroads is one step further</li>
<li>Mia has this weekend&rsquo;s sporting results from across the Petersphere</li>
<li>Petersfield Shines again in Sunday Times best places to live</li>
<li>&hellip;and we have the latest results from the East Hants Community Lottery.</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
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Published at 4:58am on 23 March, 2026

International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

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