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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.

Today 22:00

The Nightshift

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

Mon 07:00

Breakfast with Gary Plummer

The best way to start your day! Gary's got your 'Breakfast Brainteaser', local news and the best music to set you up smiling for the day ahead.

Mon 09:00

Paul Sutton

Your feel-good mornings are here! Paul takes you through the day with some great music and local event news

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

Poole footballer Cassius Newton died after desert hike in 40c heat, inquest hears

A coroner has ruled that former Poole footballer Cassius Newton died by misfortune after a desert hike in the UAE, where temperatures exceeded 40°C and caused fatal heat stress.

Poole footballer Cassius newton died after desert hike in 40c heat, inquest hears

A coroner has ruled that former Poole footballer Cassius Newton died by misfortune after a desert hike in the UAE, where temperatures exceeded 40°C and caused fatal heat stress.

Junction improvement scheme delayed

Sherborne's A352 Ottery Lane junction improvements delayed until October 13, 2026, with safer crossings, drainage upgrades and traffic changes planned.

Wetherspoon beer festival brings 30 ales and global brews to Dorset pubs

A 12-day Wetherspoon beer festival is coming to Dorset, featuring up to 30 cask ales, international brews from five countries and pints from just £2.40.