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The latest stories from local schools
Daisy, the autism assistance dog
Meet Daisy, who works with a non-verbal autistic teenager.
She gives him confidence and security. She gives his parents an early warning of impending meltdown. Hear how this wonderful dog has transformed the lives of the entire family.
Steam Dreams come through!
In this special programme, Harrison RB, Jo Gray and James ‘the Captain’ Birdseye meet the crew including the engine’s driver and fireman and theHead of Passenger Services at tour operator Steam Dreams, which is based in Guildford. Our reporters Alison Glasspool, in Liss, and Stephen Martin, in Tilmore, speak to fellow trainspotters.
The meteor caught on camera in Clanfield
Shine Radio listeners in Petersfield say they saw something in the Southern sky on Monday night around a quarter to ten. Now we know what it was.
Men’s Shed need bike bits for Ukrainian bicycles – can you help?
There’s a refreshed appeal – good condition bicycle tyres plus are especially in demand for refurbished bikes.
Talking Books – May 2022
The interview is with David Fennell, whose crime novels feature seem graphic descriptions of fictional violence. The interview makes a minor reference to this.
When Jo met Joe – fundraising school boy extraordinaire
In-between school and treading the boards local fundraiser Joe Tully from Petersfield continues his appeal and has another sponsored event on the horizon – we find out more.
Hampshire Police firearms and ammunition amnesty
Did you know the law on antique firearms recently changed? If you own antique firearms, you must take action – we find out more.
Our roving reporter Jo Gray meets an array of visitors at the South Downs Green Fair
Our roving reporter Jo Gray met an array of visitors at the South Downs Green Fair – hear more here.
Damian Hinds MP – May update for Petersfield
Damian Hinds talks about the economic stresses facing local businesses, some help available for companies seeking staff and what he sees as underlying strengths in the economy.
Green Fair: 25 minutes of live drumming
Batala Portsmouth open the Green Fair with energy and tight coordination.
Suzie’s Wilde Walk – Proper Wild Bluebells
Suzie enjoys the sight and smell of wild bluebells on a delightful spring day.
the P pod personalities show – 9 May 2022
The P pod comes from the Physic Garden this week at the first Pollinator Day from the Petersfield and District Beekeepers Association.
Claire and Joff speak to beekeeping experts, learn about the different types of pollinators and find out more about foraging.
Local Hawkley painter and ceramicist are showcased at Herbert Hedley
Full on creativity. 100 paintings in a 100 days. Rachel Redfern a painter and Nicola Martin, a ceramicist spoke to Noni Needs at their gallery show opening.
The Petersfield couple who curate little groups of loveliness
Herbert Hedley is a new gallery space just outside Petersfield. A haven for creativity. Full of lots of beautiful things.
Local drivers and residents are being asked to think more about horses
Our very own reporter Alison Glasspool was recently first at the scene of a fallen horse and rider – it spurred us on to find out more about horse riding in the Petersphere and what we can do to make it a more pleasant – and safe – experience for all.
Updated at 2pm: Police appeal for help to identify a man from CCTV
Local police want our help to identify a man from CCTV pictures after an assault in Petersfield.
Rise & Shine from the South Downs Green Fair
In this special show from the South Downs Green Fair at the Sustainability Centre near East Meon, hear from Mike Wagstaff of Chalice Mead, Tom Ellis of Squidmoo, Amelia Gabriel of PeCAN and Christine Seaward of the Sustainability Centre amongst others.
Green Fair: Claire and Josephine from FitzRoy
Petersfield-based charity FitzRoy maintains a workshop at the Sustainability Centre where disabled people can learn outdoor skills including bushcraft.
Green Fair: Hampshire and IOW Wildlife Trust
Dreen Chestnutt explains the work of the Wildlife Trust locally and what projects its working on right now.