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

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
A busy final month for Petersfield's Town Mayor.
This weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere.
Voting for positions on Hampshire County Council takes place this Thursday.
The latest results from the East Hants Community Lottery.

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Published at 4:58am on 4 May, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>A busy final month for Petersfield's Town Mayor.</li>
<li>This weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere.</li>
<li>Voting for positions on Hampshire County Council takes place this Thursday.</li>
<li>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 4 May, 2026

Local news for Monday 4th May

This month we finally bring you mead  a drink that is both ancient and now very modern.  We also have a fantastic variety of beverages found at markets in the square - one interview including the immortal line "No penguins were harmed in the making of this coffee"!

There is news chat and the usual free-wheeling excursions to enjoy.

This month we finally bring you mead&nbsp; a drink that is both ancient and now very modern.&nbsp; We also have a fantastic variety of beverages found at markets in the square - one interview including the immortal line "No penguins were harmed in the making of this coffee"!
There is news chat and the usual free-wheeling excursions to enjoy.

Drinking with Phill and Mags - May 2026

Dementia walking football teams and disability groups are invited to take part in a special one day tournament. Enjoy a friendly competition and a welcoming atmosphere. Why not get involved.

 Dementia Friendly Petersfield, working alongside Petersfield Football Club are looking forward to welcoming teams of all abilities to join them on Saturday the 24th June.

We spoke to Duncan Camereon and Audrey Morton about the event

Contact Audrey Morton on 07966 759929

Dementia walking football teams and disability groups are invited to take part in a special one day tournament. Enjoy a friendly competition and a welcoming atmosphere. Why not get involved.
&nbsp;Dementia Friendly Petersfield, working alongside Petersfield Football Club are looking forward to welcoming teams of all abilities to join them on Saturday the 24th June.
We spoke to Duncan Camereon and Audrey Morton about the event
Contact Audrey Morton on 07966 759929

International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

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