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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

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.

South Coast Wine Festival celebrates successful festival at Highcliffe Castle

The South Coast Wine Festival took place at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch from August 14 to August 16

£9,600 of free groceries at Aldi up for grabs for families across Dorset

Families in Dorset can now apply to get their hands on Aldi’s brand-new Superfam Pass, which offers one lucky household a full year of free groceries.

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.

Son of Beaulieu Motor Museum founder speaks out over plans to leave New Forest

The son of the man who founded the National Motor Museum has spoken out as the museum prepares to leave its long-time New Forest home.

Upcoming road works across BCP set to cause delays from August 24 to August 30

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary road works in August due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.