Matt Harris is the founder of FitStory Foundation. A community focused social enterprise to help boys and young men between the ages of 7 and 17 to develop confidence, resilience and self-belief through martial arts and mentorship. Matt has used his own trauma and experiences to build this foundation with the belief that if you combine movement and mentorship this has the power to change the path that young men are on and steer them towards making better life choices. 

Matt Harris is the founder of FitStory Foundation. A community focused social enterprise to help boys and young men between the ages of 7 and 17 to develop confidence, resilience and self-belief through martial arts and mentorship. Matt has used his own trauma and experiences to build this foundation with the belief that if you combine movement and mentorship this has the power to change the path that young men are on and steer them towards making better life choices.&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.
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.
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The FitStory Foundation - helping disengaged boys and young men before it's too late

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.

·       Police Strengthen Community Safety Efforts.

·       The message to men is simple, get tested.

·       400 Hampshire churches say come Ride and Stride.

·       Step back to Medieval England.

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Published at 5:00am on 3 September, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Police Strengthen Community Safety Efforts.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The message to men is simple, get tested.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 400 Hampshire churches say come Ride and Stride.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Step back to Medieval England.
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 3 September, 2026

Local news for Thursday 3rd September

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.

·       Two local MPs have been appointed to senior shadow cabinet positions.

·       A Petersfield care home has been raising funds for people with dementia.

·       Petersfield’s museum is joining a national heritage scheme.

·       Tinned custard is among the items in need at Petersfield's food bank this week.

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Published at 5:00am on 2 September, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Two local MPs have been appointed to senior shadow cabinet positions.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Petersfield care home has been raising funds for people with dementia.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Petersfield&rsquo;s museum is joining a national heritage scheme.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tinned custard is among the items in need at Petersfield's food bank this week.
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 5:00am on 2 September, 2026

Local news for Wednesday 2nd September.

Jo Gray was out and about at Victorious Festival with fellow Shine Radio volunteer Tod Apps, roving through the crowds and meeting fascinating people, local artists and festival-goers along the way.

And what better place for an unexpected reunion than a festival? Jo caught up with old friend and fellow live music lover Eddie for a chat about festivals, making memories and the magic of meeting face-to-face — with a cheeky spot of Eddie’s other passion, football, thrown in for good measure. With music in the air and plenty of festival spirit, it was a Victorious reunion to remember.

Jo Gray was out and about at Victorious Festival with fellow Shine Radio volunteer Tod Apps, roving through the crowds and meeting fascinating people, local artists and festival-goers along the way.
And what better place for an unexpected reunion than a festival? Jo caught up with old friend and fellow live music lover Eddie for a chat about festivals, making memories and the magic of meeting face-to-face &mdash; with a cheeky spot of Eddie&rsquo;s other passion, football, thrown in for good measure. With music in the air and plenty of festival spirit, it was a Victorious reunion to remember.

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