What is Lions Message in a Bottle?
It is a simple but effective way for people to keep their personal and medical details where they can be found in an emergency. It’s in a common location in the fridge. The emergency services support this initiative. It provides peace of mind that prompt and appropriate assistance can be provided.…
It’s another year and another abseil for Iris Holt
Age is not stopping Iris from abseiling yet again down the Spinnaker Tower in August. She will be dressed in her recognisable polar bear suit as she has done for the last twenty years. At nearly 90 years old, she is determined to carry on, all to support Rowans Hospice. We spoke to Iris in the Pe…
Elysian school appeals for information after animals stolen
The school in Liss is a farm and uses animal-assisted learning for young people who may struggle to learn in traditional educational settings. Over Monday and Tuesday night this week people came on site and stole animals - chickens, goats and a tortoise. Mike Waddington spoke to staff, studen…
Local news for Wednesday 21st May
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Work in full progress for the new Council Chamber Libraries offer materials to reminisce over, including smells Homelessness: Prevention is better than relief And let’s see what the foodbank are in need of this week To share…
Rogate celebrates 25 years of service from its parish priest
The parishioners of Rogate, Terwick, Trotton and Chithurst marked a quarter century of service from their local rector with a church service on Saturday. Around 200 people attended the event in St Bartholomew's church. Former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams gave an address at the servic…
Petersfield Bike Buddies ride again - every week, in groups
The Petersfield Bike Buddies are quite a sight in fluorescent gear leaving the Town Square and down Sheep Street for Tuesday's 25 miler! They offer cycling in a group, with a leader and a back stop, so it's safe and good for your health. Mike Waddington spoke to today's Route Leader Chris and new…
Local news for 20 May, 2025
A new civic year and a new Chairman for East Hampshire Council A Petersfield church is fundraising to meet restoration costs Monument to generous benefactors of Petersfield We tell you ‘what’s on’ around the Petersphere Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. [ad…
Petersfield Theatre Group – A Night of Musical Magic
In this new Shine Radio interview, Laura Sheppard chats with Petersfield Theatre Group about their latest production – and it’s not just one musical… it’s a whole celebration of musical theatre! 🎶💃🕺 Why did they choose a compilation show? What are the creative advantages? And what can the audie…
Local news for Monday 19th May
Twenty-five years ago, The Kings Arms opened their doors We update you with the latest sports results Home Start Butser marks National Children's Day with three Teddy Bears’ Picnic …and we have this week’s numbers for the community lottery Today's local news and information update from Petersfield…
In the Sportlight 18th May
A first visit to Petersfield Cricket Club where the Mens first XI take on Netley https://www.petersfieldcricket.club/ and build on their first win from last week. We learn about the club's duck board where each player tries to avoid a visit to the duckpond. Kevin and Mrs Q also make a trip to South…