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The Nightshift

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

Fri 04:00

Community Connect Catch-up

Missed Community Connect yesterday? Catch the repeat here.

Fri 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Fri 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.

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

Major disruption as power cut hits train operator’s control centre

Major disruption to CrossCountry services has been announced after a power cut hit the operator's control centre.

Man performs 'indecent act' at naturist beach

Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident of outraging public decency at Studland Beach.

Freeview urges Brits to retune their TV as it makes 5 channel changes in new update

Brits are being urged to retune their TVs after five channel changes were made in the latest Freeview update on August 19, 2026.

Fears shops will 'suffer massively' over changes after three complaints

Businesses fear they will “suffer massively” if they are forced to strip the streets outside their shops of displays and signage.

Road in Swanage to close next month to comply with health and safety regulations

Chapel Lane in Swanage will close from 12 September for electricity works by Connect It Utility Services for SSEN. Dorset Council order may last until 2028.

YMCA Bournemouth calls on local runners to take on the 2027 London Marathon

YMCA Bournemouth is calling on local runners, supporters and anyone looking for a challenge to apply to join Team YMCA at the 2027 TCS London Marathon.