Liss Athletic football club keep the minds focused on the league challenge and travel to a tough local tie against a well organised side in Whitehill and Bordon. Liss's coach says this is the challenge that will reveal where his side are truly at. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/ . Petersfield the Rams men's side had themselves some really good cup results last week. Now the attention moves to league matches with a home and away tie. First up, Shine radio watches their Tuesday tie against East Cowes and Victoria. We have post match analysis and interviews with the coach and players Harry Close and Alfie Stringer. Also at Petersfield Town Football club, there's big news for the Women's Rams side. We'll reveal all on the show https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ (credit Photo Malcolm Wells). Liphook United have had themselves a good start to the season and look to push on whilst riding high on confidence. But their opposition is Moneyfields reserves and this side have a fearsome reputation as warriors. https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/ . In the rugby world, pre-sseason training intensifies at Petersfield Rugby club. Our pundits make their predictions on finishing positions for our talented side. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Our guest this month is KATIE MARSH, author of ROMANCE AND NOW CRIME fiction. Katie Marsh is the bestselling crime fiction author of 'How Not To Murder Your Ex'. After writing romantic fiction, she turned her hand to cosy crime novels packed with humour and unforgettable characters. Her debut novel was a World Book Night pick and her books are published in fourteen languages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early stages of prostate cancer usually don’t have any symptoms. But one simple blood test can make all the difference. March for Men with Kev annual walk is on the 13th September this year to raise awareness. We now hear from Peter Close, who has walked the walk and is here to tell his tale. And that is because of having a simple blood test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

East Hampshire District Council has made significant progress tackling homelessness, recording no rough sleepers in May.  With the recently appointed Community Outreach Worker, it has provided stronger links with landlords, helped people move into safe and stable accommodation. We hear from Cllr Adeel Shah, Portfolio Holder for Community Development and Engagement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In September Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery are taking part in Heritage Days with a free event n their Courtyard. Maya Bakhshov is the Museum's Visitor Experience Supervisor and she tells Mike Waddington all about the plan and why you should come along. https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/petersfield-museum-and-art-gallery-archeology-edward-thomas.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The South Downs Open is an opportunity to celebrate the rich creativity that thrives across the region. We invite artists to share their connection to the South Downs—whether through the landscape itself, its history, daily life in the region, or memories of time spent here" Louise Weller, Head of Collections and Exhibitions, at Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery speaks to Mike Waddington about the competition which closes for entries on 28 August. There are over 250 entries so far but still time to submit - more entries from under 18s are also very welcome. The Judges  are Louise herself, 2024's winner Sara Lee and Andrew Plaistowe, a local artist who was on the Great Pottery Throwdown. Selected works will be exhibited from 10 October See: Call to Artists for the South Downs Open 2026 | Petersfield Museum  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Restorative Justice can help some people impacted or harmed by crime. It is a safe empowering process where all parties are supported to share the impact of what has happened and agree a positive way forward.It’s a free service, commissioned by the Police and Crime Commissioner in our area.Here’s Simon Mason from Restorative Justice to tell us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfield students are celebrating strong A level results. At a Churcher's College garden reception students collected certificates alongside some of the College teachers who have guided them to success, including outgoing headmaster Simon Williams. Churcher's College says this year's results are the best outside the Covid years. They show that 67.1% of results were either A or A* grades, and that 99.1% were C grade or above. 151 candidates took exams at the school this year. GCSE results come out next week - Churcher's College, The Petersfield School and Ditcham Park school all have students who are awaiting their grades eagerly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many of us, if we are honest, feel that we can do more when it comes down to that initial training of our dogs.We all start with good intentions, then it falls be the wayside. We all want that well trained dog, so what is the secret?Shine Radio spoke to Joe from South Downs Dog Services when they were at the South Downs Show to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the highlights for the fourth year is to see the Knights of Nottingham. Formed in 1970 they provide main arena attractions for events such as the recent South Downs Show, along with providing support for film and television work. Shine Radio spoke to Little John, as this year was all about Robin HoodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.