Paul Johnson is the chair of Liphook in Bloom, a group of volunteers who make the village even more beautiful. Mark Simpson found out more. 

Paul Johnson is the chair of Liphook in Bloom, a group of volunteers who make the village even more beautiful. Mark Simpson found out more.&nbsp;

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
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Liphook is Blooming

A date has been set by Hampshire County Council for the project proposal to be considered at the Universal Services Decision Day on the 22nd June 2026.

Subject to formal approval and procurement the scheme will start in late summer to early autumn 2026.

Residents and local business will be kept informed via the dedicated project webpage, to include the latest design drawings.

Julie Butler spoke to County Councillor Rob Mocatta

A date has been set by Hampshire County Council for the project proposal to be considered at the Universal Services Decision Day on the 22nd June 2026.
Subject to formal approval and procurement the scheme will start in late summer to early autumn 2026.
Residents and local business will be kept informed via the dedicated project webpage, to include the latest design drawings.
Julie Butler spoke to County Councillor Rob Mocatta

Road improvements at Durford Road crossroads is one step further

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
A series of recycling car boot sales is planned in Petersfield.
New season brings famous painting to the Museum
Litter levels drop at McDonald’s Services
and we preview this weekend’s sport

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Published at 4:58am on 20 March, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>A series of recycling car boot sales is planned in Petersfield.</li>
<li>New season brings famous painting to the Museum</li>
<li>Litter levels drop at McDonald&rsquo;s Services</li>
<li>and we preview this weekend&rsquo;s sport</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.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 20 March, 2026

Local news for Friday 20th March

16 year old Joe Tully is well known for the funds he raises for charities in Petersfield, but wanting money for himself too, with support from mum Julie, he took the initiative and set up a business - Joe’s Odd Jobs.

He's been doing this for two years in holidays and weekends.

Julie transports him around but also reassures people about trust in Joe and the work he does.

He relies on word of mouth recommendations but can also be reached on Facebook

16 year old Joe Tully is well known for the funds he raises for charities in Petersfield, but wanting money for himself too, with support from mum Julie, he took the initiative and set up a business - Joe&rsquo;s Odd Jobs.
He's been doing this for two years in holidays and weekends.
Julie transports him around but also reassures people about trust in Joe and the work he does.
He relies on word of mouth recommendations but can also be reached on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=624303665">Facebook</a>

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