Petersfield's Shine Radio
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East Hampshire District Council approve a balanced budget for 2024/25
March 07, 2024 19:27 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBCouncillors voted to approve the annual budget, whilst being able to recognise the challenges around them. Council tax will increase by £5 for a band D property. Although not unanimous across the council, the decision was carried. Shine Radio caught up after the meeting with Cllr Charles Louisson, the Portfolio Holder for Finance and the Leaders of each of the political parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Citizens Advice is here to help -their message is not to suffer in silence.
March 07, 2024 16:46 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBDebt and benefits are the top issues for Citizens Advice. Out of debt council tax arrears are the top debt issues. With the council tax bills dropping through people’s letter boxes will add to the pressures as council tax is set to rise. Julie Butler speaks to Claire Oughton from Citizens Advice to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Petersfield Town Council refused a funding bid for Pulens Lane road improvements shortfall
March 07, 2024 15:15 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBQuestions were asked at the last Full Council meeting as to why the shortfall of £102,627 for the Pulens Lane project was only being asked of the Town Council. There are also concerns raised to the emerging proposals that are different to that seen at the public consultation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dancers kept shoppers entertained in Rams Walk
March 07, 2024 14:42 - 5 minutes - 5.36 MBShoppers in Rams Walk were entertained by the Boppin Dance School a couple of weeks ago. The school is all about making dance fun and inclusive, without the pressure of exams. Julie Butler spoke to company founder Chloe D'Cruze. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Thursday 7 March, 2024
March 07, 2024 06:56 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBToday's local news and information update from the volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. The local headlines: Time is running out for young people in Petersfield to have their say in a national youth consultation Visitors to East Meon and Clanfield can carry on camping this summer A charity based near Petersfield is sending schoolbags to Ukraine … and Chris Skinner has ideas of things to do locally including the Petersfield Seed Swap on Saturday Jo Gray and the team have those local...
Damian Hinds MP update for early March
March 06, 2024 16:00 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBPetersfield's MP updates Shine Radio listeners on his work on our behalf in parliament. His update was recorded before the chancellor announced new financial measures in today's budget and, as Damian explains, even ministers like him are kept in the dark ahead of the formal announcement. Schools and colleges are in focus this month, including a Petersfield school visit. Plus there's a reminder of a free childcare scheme open to local families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Butser Ancient Farm has a new community gardener
March 06, 2024 10:16 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBPhill Humphries took a walk around the farm with new community Gardener Imogen Carter to learn how gardening and archaeology are being blended into a fascinating experience. Butser Ancient Farm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Wednesday 6th March
March 06, 2024 07:17 - 8 minutes - 8.04 MBJulie Butler brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Citizens Advice is here to help - their message is not to suffer in silence. Local Save the Children volunteers held another showstopper fashion show on Monday night at The Tythe Barn - all in the aid of charity. Hampshire has seen a big increase in Special Educational Needs Let’s see how you can assist Petersfield Foodbank this week. To share your news email team@shineradio....
The Local Showcase - 1 February 2024
March 06, 2024 05:19 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBJoin MandyP on Petersfield's Shine Radio The Local Showcase chatting to singer/songwriter Bradley Jago about his upcoming EP release and Katie-Louise Biginton new country duo "Southbound" and an exclusive first radio play of their brand new track "Cold Hard Cash". To send us your original music and maybe get on the show, email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Tuesday 5th March
March 05, 2024 07:38 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBPhill Humphries brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Local Plan consultation - deadline extended Stay safe while booking your holiday The Clanfield Wombles are out and about …and we’ll round up this week’s local job opportunities .To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dancers kept shoppers entertained in Rams Walk
March 04, 2024 17:06 - 5 minutes - 5.36 MBShoppers in Rams Walk were entertained by the Boppin Dance School a couple of weeks ago. The school is all about making dance fun and inclusive, without the pressure of exams. Julie Butler spoke to company founder Chloe D’Cruze See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Monday 4th March
March 04, 2024 07:37 - 8 minutes - 7.42 MBGareth Boyes brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… East Hampshire District Council approve a balanced budget for 2024/25 Petersfield Bookshop Manager has had a book published Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary’s, Let’s Talk Community Survey …and we’ve got this week’s results for East Hants Community Lottery .To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listene...
Police Dog Jax, the victim recovery dog
March 03, 2024 15:38 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBA fascinating and rare glimpse into the world of fox red Labrador Jax, a police victim recovery dog. There are fewer than 40 dogs working in this highly specialised field within the police in the UK. Victim recovery dogs - also known as cadaver dogs or human remains dogs - search for human remains, blood or tissue as well as shallow graves or blood spattered evidence such as clothing or weapons. The stakes are high. On the one hand, the work of Jax and dogs like him is key to identifying ...
Growing Together - early March 2024: At Hedgefest
March 02, 2024 18:17 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBSteve is back at the Adhurst Estate Allotment where he talks to his long-time allotment neighbour Coxy. They discuss what they're sowing now as well as their plans for the coming growing year. Steve also heads to Hedgefest at the Petersfield Community Garden where he speaks to Ian Turner and Phil Paulo from The Tree Council and PeCAN trustee Melanie Oxley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sky Watch - the night skies above Petersfield in March 2024
March 01, 2024 13:32 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MBWelcome to the first anniversary of 'Sky Watch'! This March, Sky Watch celebrates one year on air; a complete orbit of the Sun of some 940 million kilometres! March has always been an important month. Here in the 'Petersphere', we escape the cold gloomy clutches of Winter and welcome the onset of Spring. The Spring Equinox is the first of two occasions every year when all parts of our planet get approximately equal day and night, but have you heard of the Equinox's close relative the Equilu...
Local news for Friday 1st March
March 01, 2024 07:23 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBLaura Sheppard brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Nominate a Community Payback project - it could improve areas across the Petersphere? Gather your garments this weekend to help boost the local Save the Children branch Big Sale fundraiser Got parenting experience? Why not use your skills and volunteer to support local families with young children …and Isaac has this week’s sporting update for the Petersphere . To share yo...
Recipe: A Stroud 'Foodie's' favourite with Chairman Mao's red-braised pork belly
February 29, 2024 21:29 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MBJames 'Foodie' Fairweather, Stroud, Hampshire resident talks to Noni Needs about his love of Sichuan cooking. One of Foodie's favourite writers is Fuchsia Dunlop, along with her Chairman Mao's red-braised pork recipe. A real treat if you haven't cooked Sichuan before from her book Shark's Fin & Sichuan Pepper. Picture creator is Creator: Kirk K See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rosemary Foundation’s Easter Fayre will have a different look this year.
February 29, 2024 12:51 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThe Rosemary Foundation will be opening the doors of their offices in Lavant Street for their Easter Fayre on Saturday the 23rd March. It will be a good opportunity for anyone that doesn’t know who they are to come along and meet some of the nursing staff and volunteers. We hear from Wendy Smith, Rosemary Foundation’s Fundraising Manager. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
EHDC’s budget to be decided at tonight's full council meeting
February 29, 2024 12:16 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBAt tonight's full council meeting (29th February), councillors are being asked to approve a balanced budget with a proposed increase of £5.00 per annum on a current Band D property. Shine Radio spoke to Cllr Charles Louisson, Portfolio Holder for Finance and Matthew Tiller, EHDC's Chief Finance Officer, prior to budget meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Thursday 29th February
February 29, 2024 07:20 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MBJo Gray brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Out of control dogs recently reported on Petersfield Heath - what should you do? Butser Ancient Farm invites you to plant an ancient tree Petersfield Museum now has a defibrillator installed to help save lives … and find What’s On with Chris Skinner this week To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
Local news for Wednesday 28th February
February 28, 2024 07:24 - 8 minutes - 7.79 MBJulie Butler brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… EHDC’s budget to be decided a tomorrow’s full council meeting The Rosemary Foundation’s Easter Fayre will have a different look this year. Police are asking residents in the Buriton area to be vigilant. Shall we see how you are able to help the Petersfield Foodbank this week. To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio...
Local news for Tuesday 27th February
February 27, 2024 07:33 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MBPhill Humphries brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Support for Ukrainian Families two years on Tricky Technology issues tackled at the Clanfield Centre Amateur groups spotlight lighting concerns at the Festival Hall …and we’ll round up this week’s local job opportunities To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Monday 26th February
February 26, 2024 07:29 - 8 minutes - 7.86 MBGareth Boyes brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Petersfield Town Council refused a funding bid for Pulens Lane road improvements shortfall We hear how PeCAN’s Hedgefest went on Saturday Damian Hinds has confirmed that he will be standing again in the General Election …and a Shine Radio listener is among the winners in this week’s East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 5...
Talking Books - February 2024
February 25, 2024 15:31 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBSuzie and Tim discuss this months books and interview Elle M Keating, author of Poison Summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds on standing again for the next election
February 23, 2024 07:36 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBOn Thursday's Rise and Shine Jack Finch had an in depth chat with our local MP and Minister of State for Schools Damian Hinds about the life of an MP, the ideology that got him into politics, what it's been like representing our area for the last 14 years and visions for the next election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Friday 23rd February
February 23, 2024 07:13 - 7 minutes - 7.37 MBLaura Sheppard brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Steep residents - you can meet your local parish councillors tomorrow Gather your garments this weekend to help boost Petersfield’s Save the Children’s branch Big Sale fundraiser Dancers kept shoppers entertained in Rams Walk …and Isaac has this week’s sporting update for the Petersphere . To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine...
Local news for Thursday 22nd February
February 22, 2024 07:16 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBJo Gray brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Toads in the Petersphere have started to migrate Have you completed the Welfare and Wellbeing survey yet? There’s a lot going on around Petersfield train station - we hear about ongoing works just up the railway line … and here’s Chris Skinner with this week’s What’s On To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.co...
Drinking with Phill and Mags - March 2024
February 21, 2024 20:57 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBThis month Mags starts to feel nervous about French Wine and Phill signs up for a few beers and talks to Natalya the beer queen of of WSET - the Wine and Spirit Education Trust. We explore the seafood friendly wine of Muscadet, hear a German fairy story from the DDR, delight in the news of the British wine harvest and hear more about the lost pubs of Petersfield. Remember, if you want to submit a question, comment, or request we would love to hear from you - just email [email protected] ...
Steep Parish Council - If you are a resident of Steep, don’t forget to go along and meet your local parish councillors on Saturday
February 21, 2024 16:33 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBSteep Parish Council will be holding a drop in session for local residents to meet their local councillors, have a chat over a cup of tea. There is also defibrillator training before the session for anyone that is interested, although you will need to book prior to attending so they have an idea of numbers. We hear from Steep Parish Council’s Chairman, Cllr Jenny Martin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new council chamber has been approved for Petersfield Town Council
February 21, 2024 11:45 - 8 minutes - 8.12 MBFollowing an extraordinary Public Halls meeting last Monday, members approved that work will commence on the new council chamber from 12th May 2024. Shine Radio's Julie Butler speaks to Cllr Chris Paige, Chairman of Public Halls to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new contact centre has opened to help make it easier to report crime on the 101 service
February 21, 2024 11:01 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBCall times on the 101 service from September to January have dropped considerably and now one of the best in the country. Wait times are less than 5 mins in most cases. An additional contact centre in Portsmouth has opened introducing 40 new jobs to reduce call handling times Julie Butler speaks Donna Jones, Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Wednesday 21st February
February 21, 2024 07:27 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MBJulie Butler brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… A new contact centre has opened to help make it easier to report crime on the 101 service Into your garden - then why not pop along to Winton House and find out about seed swap. A planning application in Steep is turning local residents into amateur investigators. Let’s look to see how you can help with the Foodbank this week. To share your news email [email protected] or ca...
the P pod - Petersfield personalities - February 20th 2024: The Clanfield Centre
February 20, 2024 22:41 - 35 minutes - 33 MBPetersfield’s weekly news, views and interviews led by Phill Humphries and Laura Sheppard, comes to you this week from The Clanfield Centre. Phill and Laura are joined by Natasha Glover, who is the centre manager, and who shares details of all the myriad events that take place in the centre. Dave Harris, the Chair of the Parish Council explains exactly what the parish council does, and what its involvement with the Clanfield Centre is. And Jenny tells us all about Pickleball - yes you heard...
Change is afoot in Chapel Street with another new business
February 20, 2024 16:05 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBTwillys offers a clothing repairs & alteration service in Chapel Street, Petersfield. The recently opened business also alters clothing for people with disabilities, from arthritic hands to wheelchair users and more. Jo Gray met owner Tanya. And her K9 sidekick Alfie! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Tuesday 20th February
February 20, 2024 07:39 - 8 minutes - 7.42 MBPhill Humphries brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Fairshares larder helps feed families and stop food waste Mens shed offers cooking lessons for men on their own Petersfield event focuses on growing green businesses …and we’ll round up this week’s local job opportunities To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Save the Children Petersfield Big Sale 2024
February 19, 2024 07:48 - 8 minutes - 8.06 MBA popular annual charity fashion show is back! It's not only a good reason to clear out your clutter & grab a designer bargain - but each donation & purchase can make a real difference to the lives of children who endure conflict & disaster across the world. Jo Gray met Save the Children Petersfield Branch volunteers Helen & Jane - we hear all about the local Big Sale, it's history, how you can help & what it's for. Go to petersfield-savethechildren.co.uk for more information. See omnyst...
Local news for Monday 19th Feb
February 19, 2024 07:39 - 7 minutes - 7.16 MBGareth Boyes brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… A man has died after a collision near Petersfield. Petersfield Museum has received a Family Cafe accreditation. Owners of a Petersfield petrol station want to start selling alcohol. …and a Shine Radio listener is among the winners in this week’s East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio...
Bonnie the bedbug detection dog
February 18, 2024 21:24 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBThis month's episode is a short but interesting one. Presenter Kate Fairweather introduces springer spaniel Bonnie, who works as a bedbug inspector checking hotels - including some household name, super smart hotels - for bedbugs. Many of the best hotels consider it best practice, to have regular sweeps for bedbugs. Sometimes a hotel has had a past problem, had it treated, and wants to check that these unwelcome little visitors have not returned. Other clients are highly sensitive an...
The Road from Karachi: An Indian family cookbook re-published after 30 years, is now raising money for clean water pumps
February 18, 2024 19:12 - 7 minutes - 6.97 MBNadia Arab's The Road From Karachi is a family cookbook that originated in the 1980s was lost, found and published now, 30 years later. Nadia Arab, from Portsmouth, Hampshire talks to Noni Need about how family set up a cookery school in Buckland, Portsmouth in 1984, created the Indian Cookery Made Easy cookbook which was available to students and in WH Smith. Nadia’s mother, Khalida misplaced her copy and the book was lost for decades until Nadia happened to discover an original copy. ...
Blue-green algae: Why it's at Petersfield Heath pond, what's being done to combat it & top tips to help the fight to reduce it
February 16, 2024 18:06 - 5 minutes - 4.62 MBJo Gray was out roving on Petersfield Heath & met up with Richard Welch. He's a volunteer fishing bailiff for Petersfield Town Council & passionate about looking after the wellbeing of the lake for both the wildlife, fisher folk & visitors. We hear about the ongoing operation against 'blue-green algae' & what you can do to help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Future of Hope was the message brought to East Hampshire at the Community Youth Workers Summit
February 16, 2024 12:43 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThe Kings Arms and The Relational Hub brought community youth and pastoral workers together to celebrate the contribution that they bring in supporting young people. It is the second year or running and it's success will hopefully mean that it will continue as an annual event. Shine Radio's Julie Butler attended the event and spoke to those attending to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you completed Hampshire County Council’s online consultation yet?
February 15, 2024 16:18 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBHampshire residents are being asked to give their views on the future of some local services to meet a £132 million pound budget shortfall by April 2025. Shine Radio speaks to Cllr Rob Humby, Leader of Hampshire County Council to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Take Time out and get involved in nature based arts
February 15, 2024 15:30 - 7 minutes - 7.35 MBTimescape is encouraging people to take time out and get involved with nature. These are free sessions funded by South Downs National Park and tailored for people who maybe experiencing stress, loneliness or isolation. There are twelve sessions which will include printing, pottery, carving, weaving and felting - all inspired by the incredible heritage of the locations. Julie Butler speaks to Mandie Molyneux from Artscape to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Local news for Thursday 15th February
February 15, 2024 07:26 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MBJo Gray brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Blue / green algae on the pond - and the steps that are being taken to tackle it in Petersfield A new private health clinic is to open in Petersfield’s Lavant Street How is our sewerage contributing to developing solutions to real world environmental problems … and we have some ideas of things to do in this week’s What’s On To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730...
Growing Together - mid-February 2024: a market garden, herb inspiration and a goodbye
February 14, 2024 16:01 - 39 minutes - 36 MBOn a rainy February morning, Claire and Steve are alone at the soggy Adhurst Estate Allotments sheltering in Steve's 'Chairman's Lodge' - a make-shift lean-to! They discuss the importance of green spaces for good mental health, potato and dahlia tubers and how much they are looking forward to Spring. Joining them is Kate Forrester from Four Acre Farm in the New Forest who talks about her journey to start a market garden from a tired piece of land and Head Gardener Ben Pope is preparing for...
The Sustainability Centre green fair
February 14, 2024 12:41 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MBChristine Seward CEO of the Sustainability Centre tells us why they have had to cancel the Green Fair in May but fills us in on all the other things the centre does. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Wednesday 14th February
February 14, 2024 07:36 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBJulie Butler brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… A Future of Hope was the message brought to East Hampshire at the Community Youth Workers Summit Take Time out and get involved in nature based arts Something doesn’t smell right at Petersfield Heath Are you able to support Petersfield Foodbank in any way? . To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
Local news for Tuesday 13th February
February 13, 2024 07:26 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBPhill Humphries brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… The Petersfield Freeshop is now open on Tuesdays Popular green fair at the Sustainability Centre in May cancelled Butser police on school speed patrol …and we’ll round up this week’s local job opportunities To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local news for Monday 12th February
February 12, 2024 07:42 - 7 minutes - 7.09 MBGareth Boyes brings you the latest news from Petersfield and the surrounding area. In Petersfield’s local news… Circus friends rally round David Weeks after robbery Work starts today on Petersfield’s first Changing Places toilet People in London are being encouraged to move to Petersfield …and a Shine Radio listener is among the winners in this week’s East Hants Community Lottery To share your news email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/l...
The Local Showcase - 25 January, 2024
February 11, 2024 07:25 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBOriginal music created and performed by unsigned musicians based in and around Petersfield. Hear from local musical talent and visiting artists who are popular in Petersfield venues. Presented by Mandy P at Petersfield's Shine Radio. To propose local music for the show email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.