Acorn works at Petersfield Infants School as a Pets as Therapy (PAT) reading dog.

Does he enjoy his job?  Kate Fairweather hears about his working life from owner Judy Bridgland.

More information on volunteering with your dog at petsastherapy.org.

Acorn works at Petersfield Infants School as a Pets as Therapy (PAT) reading dog.
Does he enjoy his job?&nbsp; Kate Fairweather hears about his working life from owner Judy Bridgland.
More information on volunteering with your dog at petsastherapy.org.

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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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Celebrate the frontline workers of the canine world.

Kate Fairweather comes face to face with a diverse cast of working dogs, perfectly equipped with the instincts, intelligence and training to handle everything their jobs throw at them.

Humans and dogs have worked together for centuries - and still do today in our communities.

Some work with handlers, drawing on their natural hunting, herding, or guarding instincts, or an exceptional sense of smell. Others perform caring roles, providing companionship and support to humans.

Podcast of the Year at the Community Radio Awards 2022.

Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. Contact Kate at team@shineradio.uk or call 01730 555 500.

Celebrate the frontline workers of the canine world.
Kate Fairweather comes face to face with a diverse cast of working dogs, perfectly equipped with the instincts, intelligence and training to handle everything their jobs throw at them.
Humans and dogs have worked together for centuries - and still do today in our communities.
Some work with handlers, drawing on their natural hunting, herding, or guarding instincts, or an exceptional sense of smell. Others perform caring roles, providing companionship and support to humans.
Podcast of the Year at the Community Radio Awards 2022.
Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. Contact Kate at <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call 01730 555 500.

Meet the frontline workers of the canine world.

Dogs with Jobs

A golden retriever that works as a school reading assistant

Acorn,  the school reading assistant

Petersfield Council's consultation to remediate the eroded Heath pathways over a few years, closes on 16 August.

They have consulted with the Friends of the Heath, the Plump Duck and the Petersfield Society but want public views - positive and negative - on the £150,000 estimated plan which will take time to fully implement.

Town Ranger Jacob Gibson talks to Mike Waddington about the consultation and getting the work done over a few years to minimise disruption and to secure funding.

He also speaks about the algae growth - under control- and the curious behavior of the terrapins.

He also reassures us that the Fairy Stump will not be affected!

The plans are on line and at the Town Hall with public information events on 13 and 15 July.

Views can be emailed to tJacob Gibson at ranger@petersfield-tc.gov.uk
The drop-in sessions are: Monday 13th of July, 5-8pm and Wednesday 15th of July, 10am-2pm. Both in the Rose Room, in the Festival Hall.

The consultation can be found at : Petersfield Heath Amenity Area Restoration Public Consultation – Petersfield Town Council 

Petersfield Council's consultation to remediate the eroded Heath pathways over a few years, closes on 16 August.
They have consulted with the Friends of the Heath, the Plump Duck and the Petersfield Society but want public views - positive and negative - on the &pound;150,000 estimated plan which will take time to fully implement.
Town Ranger Jacob Gibson talks to Mike Waddington about the consultation and getting the work done over a few years to minimise disruption and to secure funding.
He also speaks about the algae growth - under control- and the curious behavior of the terrapins.
He also reassures us that the Fairy Stump will not be affected!
The plans are on line and at the Town Hall with public information events on 13 and 15 July.
Views can be emailed to tJacob Gibson at <a href="mailto:ranger@petersfield-tc.gov.uk">ranger@petersfield-tc.gov.uk</a> The drop-in sessions are: Monday 13th of July, 5-8pm and Wednesday 15th of July, 10am-2pm. Both in the Rose Room, in the Festival Hall.
The consultation can be found at :&nbsp;<a href="https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttps-3A__www.petersfield-2Dtc.gov.uk_the-2Dheath_petersfield-2Dheath-2Damenity-2Darea-2Drestoration-2Dpublic-2Dconsultation_%26d%3DDwMGaQ%26c%3DeuGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM%26r%3DVKUWPkgDdyyeWSeVpG-O-AKX2aBmsse04OKs4gagKkU%26m%3DwekgcrJOjVXfHc4u7NNRKds75Tts9wD8jFjGdYzJpmWl3yK6VA8m9pB3ot_vPsaB%26s%3D1MIRZ0ktQDiRIy1YRUIYuEIRA7a5J4eQH94NP43Tka8%26e%3D&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C5e3006fbd8c246ad741d08ded78badfb%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639185192084496814%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KVqIiE3Aa0xgAcmnY1PpwgWIV8oNNHxvXK6zarCpafU%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">Petersfield Heath Amenity Area Restoration Public Consultation &ndash; Petersfield Town Council&nbsp;</a>

Council consult on Heath pathway work

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Petersfield Underground - the 2026 Big Dig!
Another football tournament for the Dementia Walking Football group.
72 Holes challenge completed at Petersfield Golf Club.
we have a roundup of local job opportunities.

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Published at 5:00am on 2 July, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Petersfield Underground - the 2026 Big Dig!</li>
<li>Another football tournament for the Dementia Walking Football group.</li>
<li>72 Holes challenge completed at Petersfield Golf Club.</li>
<li>we have a roundup of local job opportunities.</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 5:00am on 2 July, 2026

Local news for Thursday 2nd July

Liphook Junior School Teacher Jennifer Brown is retiring as Year 4 Lead, Head Of English and Oracy. For the past twenty years she has also organised a truly wonderful annual event, where the children pay tribute to those who sacrificed everything in the world wars, after travelling here from North America. It is the emotional culmination of a three month history learning journey for the children and was attended by the local vicar, MP Greg Stafford and the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire as well as representatives of the Royal British Legion, Canadian High Commission and Armed Forces. For the first time ever the Torch of remembrance was lilt inside the school.

Bramshott Common was one of the largest Canadian military camps in this country, sadly many died of the Spanish Flu in 1918 and 1919. The Commonwealth Graves Commission maintain 318 gravs at St. Mary's Church. 

Mark Simpson spoke to Jenny about Canada Day and her plans for the future. if you know of anyone or have stories yourself, related to the Canadian forces please email liphookcanada@gmail.com

Liphook Junior School Teacher Jennifer Brown is retiring as Year 4 Lead, Head Of English and Oracy. For the past twenty years she has also organised a truly wonderful annual event, where the children pay tribute to those who sacrificed everything in the world wars, after travelling here from North America. It is the emotional culmination of a three month history learning journey for the children and was attended by the local vicar, MP Greg Stafford and the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire as well as representatives of the Royal British Legion, Canadian High Commission and Armed Forces. For the first time ever the Torch of remembrance was lilt inside the school.
Bramshott Common was one of the largest Canadian military camps in this country, sadly many died of the Spanish Flu in 1918 and 1919. The Commonwealth Graves Commission maintain 318 gravs at St. Mary's Church.&nbsp;
Mark Simpson spoke to Jenny about Canada Day and her plans for the future. if you know of anyone or have stories yourself, related to the Canadian forces please email liphookcanada@gmail.com

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