Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio:
There's a call for more foster carers in our community
Captain Malcolm Farrow passes out at Dartmouth college - 63 years late
The CARR boot sale is back for the start of another year
And we report on what the foodbank needs most of this week

Julie Butler brings you those Petersfield stories, Nicola is at the weather wall and Laura is perched on the swivel chair of travel.

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

Published at 7:40am on 23 April, 2025

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio:
<ul>
<li>There's a call for more foster carers in our community</li>
<li>Captain Malcolm Farrow passes out at Dartmouth college - 63 years late</li>
<li>The CARR boot sale is back for the start of another year</li>
<li>And we report on what the foodbank needs most of this week</li>
</ul>
Julie Butler brings you those Petersfield stories, Nicola is at the weather wall and Laura is perched on the swivel chair of travel.
To share your news stories email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
Published at 7:40am on 23 April, 2025

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We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

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Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

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.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.

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The daily bulletin includes local stories and local voices, Petersfield weather and travel information and an update of the national and world news from our partners at Radio News Hub.

You can share your news with the team by email team@shineradio.uk or call or WhatsApp Petersfield 01730 555 500.

Petersfield's local news, weather and travel update, new every weekday.
The daily bulletin includes local stories and local voices, Petersfield weather and travel information and an update of the national and world news from our partners at Radio News Hub.
You can share your news with the team by email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call or WhatsApp Petersfield 01730 555 500.

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Local news for Wednesday 23 April, 2025

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

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

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>

Joe’s Odd Jobs sets off again this year

Three local business operators gather around the traders' table to discuss life from their perspectives as they serve the good people of Petersfield.

Dom Humphries runs The Townhouse and Annie Jones, Andy Shotbolt operates Britannia Reeves and Jo Watts is the face of Sew Creative.

Together they share insights and experiences from their business lives, the relationships they build with their clients and customers, and some of the challenges they face.

Plus Susan Orringe from First Friday updates us on local business networking opportunities.

The Traders' Table is supported by First Friday, Petersfield's monthly business networking club and is produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. The presenter is Stephen Martin.

Three local business operators gather around the traders' table to discuss life from their perspectives as they serve the good people of Petersfield.
Dom Humphries runs The Townhouse and Annie Jones, Andy Shotbolt operates Britannia Reeves and Jo Watts is the face of Sew Creative.
Together they share insights and experiences from their business lives, the relationships they build with their clients and customers, and some of the challenges they face.
Plus Susan Orringe from First Friday updates us on local business networking opportunities.
The Traders' Table is supported by First Friday, Petersfield's monthly business networking club and is produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. The presenter is Stephen Martin.

Local news for Wednesday 23 April, 2025

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