Petersfield's Shine Radio

New research has highlighted that resistance training strengthens muscles and bones. It improves metabolism and can reduce the risk of chronic disease. Experts say that regular strength exercises can enhance mobility, independence and overall quality of life. Shine radio spoke to Gym Manager, Callum to find out about the different resistance machines, along with which is best resistance training o...

Petersfield's Men's Shed is one of the largest in the country and Nick Broom was once again elected chairman at their AGM. on 20 June. Nick speaks to Mike Waddington about the last year and new groups established to do more of the same, but more of it! We also hear from 'Mike' about why he comes along. They had a visit on 23 June from the UK Men's Shed Association and we hear from the national Cha...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Councillor Penny Flux Becomes New Chairwoman of East Hants District Council. The Eco Fair Returns to Petersfield next month. A West Sussex Community Trust Shares Community-Led Housing Success with a local audience. Hannah has ideas of things to do in this week’s What’s On. To share your news stories email  t...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Local campaigner welcomes Meningitis vaccine drive. We have the latest sporting results from around the Petersphere. Local author releases his fifth novel. we bring you this weeks results in the East Hampshire Community Lottery. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500...

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books. We are joined this month by Lucy Foley and Kate Lord Brown.  Lucy was doing an event at One Tree Books and Suzie manged to get a short interview with her.  Kate Lord Brown has recently published her book The Silver Thread and Suzie discusses t...

Laura and Julie bring the Shine Radio microphones to Penns Place for the annual 6 a side football tournament. It's one of the biggest and best established of its kind with hundreds of teams competing. Hear about its 45 year history and what goes on behind the scenes to ensure the young teams enjoy a worthwhile and healthy day out. You'll hear football chairman Nick Orr, the tournament secretary Ri...

More and more cars are speeding through the town, creating noise and causing unnecessary stress to residents that live in the High Street. Shine radio to spoke to one resident who says he now spends most of this time in his bedroom from 6pm onwards due the noise of cars racing through the centre of town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor Penny Flux has been in office for about a month and she is prioritising volunteering. She is also supporting the Kings Arms as her charity this year. In this interview with Mike Waddington she talks about the role, its ceremonial and formal sides and why she  took the title Chairwoman. As a working mum with three children she has set boundaries and explains why this is essential fo...

This month Shine Radio’s Julie Butler caught up with Glenn McCernon from the Street Scene group. It’s all about further improvements to our town of Petersfield. We talk about litter, wild flowers, how to help with weeds, A frames and their big dream. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. That other Football tournament... in Petersfield. Job Club offers sound advice and practical help into work. PHA provides more affordable housing. 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 5:01am on...

Citizens Advice are seeing significant challenges that are faced by their clients due to digital exclusion. In an age where essential services such as welfare benefits, but also simple things like paying a parking fine, is now impacting those without digital access. With the rapid pace that technology is changing is this leaving many older adults left to struggle. We also hear how volunteers are t...

Petersfield's Steve Sheppard has just published his fifth book at 73.  False Connections is a thriller, more sober than his previous comedies (the Dawson and Lucy series of three books and Lazy Town ) and tells the story of former MI5 agent, Mel (for Melanie) Melana .  Speaking to Mike Waddington, Steve talks about his novels, having a publisher and why self publishing works for him and...

Local campaigner Linda Wallace welcomes the recent Government announcement to increase the availability of meningitis vaccines for young people.  Talking to Mike Waddington, Linda says more about the protection the vaccination offers and why young people heading off to university or college can be vulnerable. She campaigns with Meningitis Now - which is 40 years old this year - after losing h...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Urgent care hub and mental health in Rowan Ward space. Members of a Petersfield club are now trained to use a defibrillator. Petersfield will have a play cafe once again. We have a roundup of local job opportunities. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make i...

Join Ann and Coxy from Adhurst Estate allotments, bringing you a catch-up on the pumpkin competition, their top tips for June, as well as a Rocky the Robin update! Also, tune in for Coxy's experience at the Chelsea Garden show and some great tips for identifying bird song in your allotment or at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once again this month Julie Butler is joined with Lynn Osborne, Nickki Haggar and Duncan Cameron.  Megan from Right and Home from Right at Home also joins them this month. Megan is here to tell us all about a day in the life of a carer,  Amanda Whiteland-Smith from Citizens Advice talks about the latest Government's Spring Forecast and what it has meant to many families in East Hampshire...

The Current Affairs Group that meets at One Tree Books discussed affordable housing - there’s around a 6 year wait here for some affordable housing with its lower rents. Linda Wallace from PHA (whose properties are all affordable housing in Petersfield), spoke about what affordable housing is, the challenges around it and how they have £8m to invest in new community projects. Frank Cam...

The Salvation Army's Job Club, run from their Swan Street building, provides help into work despite opportunities falling. It provides the same service as the job centre in Havant but locally. John Arnold explains what is on offer despite opportunities currently falling.  They can however help anyone who is searching or seeking work with practical guidance and encouragement. The Salvation Arm...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Have you thought about a volunteering role, what about Citizens Advice. Join the Next Wild Wander on Petersfield Heath. Volunteer drivers have made 770 trips so far this year. Let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank this week. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 017...

This is the statement from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (who provide servcies at Petersfield Hosptal.) We asked about what the old Rowan Ward Space was to be used for. They provided this statement: Wendy Rees, Managing Director, Portsmouth and South East Hampshire Division at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust : “By rolling out the home...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Shopping Returns to Herne Farm as Former Co-op Reopens. Break out the Pimms - Winton Houses says thanks to its volunteers. The Salvation Army exhibition marks 140 years in Petersfield. We have this week’s What’s On. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500....

Get outdoors and explore the beautiful Petersfield Heath on the next Wild Wander wellbeing walk. Led by PTC Ranger Jacob Gibson on Sunday 21 June at 1pm, this guided walk will visit lesser-known areas of the Heath while introducing participants to the fascinating topic of queer ecology. Jacob Gibson from Petersfield Town Council is here to tell you more about the many walks and the benefits of wal...

The Petersfield Voluntary Care Group (PVCG) has provided low cost transport for medical appointments and other help for 50 years.  Sarah Thomas, is one of the drivers and tells Mike Waddington about how the scheme works, the help it provides and the satisfaction volunteers find there - and they are always seeking new drivers; ideal if you're new to the area or have some time during the day. W...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Town Criers covered in Take a Break. Mia has this weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere. Time to nominate your local heroes in the Petersfield Awards. We'll share the latest winning numbers in the East Hants. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. Y...

Pieter and Tammy saw a need for an environment where children and families can play and connect in the heart of Petersfield. Their vision grew after the former Little Leaf Play Café closed its doors and saw an opportunity for a brand new venue focused around early years and learning through play. t's a real family business, with Tammy's mum bringing her professional background in education...