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Late-night radio done right... the soundtrack that keeps Dorset moving after dark.

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Dorset Coast Non Stop

Back-to-back hits across the south - non-stop feel-good favourites from today and across the decades.

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Breakfast with Kev Kirby

Weekend breakfast with Kev - your ‘What’s On’ guide, great music, and the perfect start to your Saturday and Sunday.

Today 10:00

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Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast

Dorset’s children’s activity businesses come together for first-ever CAA meeting

The sector professionals gathered for the first-ever Children’s Activities Association (CAA) regional meeting in Dorset, held at SOBO Beach Bar in Bournemouth.

Criminal damage to window lands man six-week Morebus ban - In the Dock

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Bournemouth homecare company earns 5-star satisfaction rating for a second year

A homecare company based in Dorset has earned a 5-star satisfaction rating from its franchise owners for the second year running.

New Forest care homes help raise more than £1,000 for NGS charities

Community-minded residents and staff at three Colten Care homes have raised more than £1,000 for charities supported by the National Garden Scheme (NGS).

Health services missing the link between alcohol problems and eating disorders

Bournemouth University research finds hidden eating disorders, especially bulimia, overlap with alcohol problems, urging integrated support and screening.

Buying a home in Bournemouth costs more than 10 times the average annual salary

New data has revealed that Bournemouth’s average £386,700 home now costs 10.6 times the £36,500 average salary, creating a major affordability hurdle

Popular British drum and bass group to perform at Bournemouth venue next year

Roni Size Reprazent will perform at O2 Academy in Bournemouth on Thursday, June 3, 2027, as part of their UK tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of New Forms