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Today 05:00Dorset Coast Non Stop
Back-to-back hits across the south - non-stop feel-good favourites from today and across the decades.
Today 07:00Bank Holiday Breakfast with Gary Plummer
The best way to start your Bank Holiday! Gary's got your 'Breakfast Brainteaser', local news and the best music to set you up smiling for the day ahead.
Today 10:00The Mystery Year with Rob Marsden
The Mystery Year with Rob Marsden. Hits & Headlines from one classic year, but what year?
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Christchurch care home recognised for outstanding end-of-life care with award
Highcliffe Nursing Home, based in Christchurch, has been awarded the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) Quality Hallmark Award.
Vape shop owner says there are 'too many' shops not selling vapes properly
A vape shop owner says too many outlets are selling vapes improperly, damaging the sector’s reputation.
Dorset landlord scheme continues to help households access private rented homes
Dorset Council’s Key4Me scheme has supported 100 households into private rented homes since the start of 2026
Horseboarding to feature as Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show returns next week
Horseboarding will be featured at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show, which returns to Motcombe’s Turnpike Showground on August 19 and August 20.
Housebuilder offering to cover moving fees of up to £30,000 in new scheme
Housebuilder Pennyfarthing Homes is offering to cover moving fees of up to £30,000 in a new incentive scheme for homebuyers.
Golf day fundraiser for local hospice charity raises more than £30,000
On July 15, Oakhaven Hospice held its annual Golf Day, sponsored by Frampton Estates, at Barton on Sea Golf Club, raising over £30,000.
Organisers of Bournemouth horror film festival want more female-led submissions
Screams By The Sea in Bournemouth is offering discounted submission fees to boost the number of women taking on creative leadership roles.
Bournemouth named one of the UK’s most expensive seaside spots for ice cream
Bournemouth has been named one of the UK’s most expensive seaside spots for ice cream, with a single scoop costing £3.57.
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