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Rob Marsden

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Today 14:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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Today 16:00

Andy Marlor

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Today 19:00

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

2,000 gathered at New Forest meeting to defend dogs after foot and mouth

New Forest dog owners protested against dogs-on-leads restrictions post Foot and Mouth.

An incredible 9,500 dogs attended this Bournemouth championship show

Brockenhurst welcomed 9,500 dogs to the Bournemouth Canine Association show in the New Forest on August 11-12, 1989, with Crufts hopes at stake.

Dusk Till Dawn Dorset challenge to go ahead in tribute to the legacy of Nims Purja

Dusk Till Dawn: The Seaside Switchback to go ahead in tribute to Nims Purja

New crossing now operational on busy road after long-standing safety concerns

A new toucan crossing has been installed at a busy junction following long-standing concerns over pedestrian safety.

Bake Off 2026 sees spin-off axed with new presenters added to ‘revamped’ show

Judi Love and Jon Richardson have been announced for Bake Off's new spin-off show, Second Helpings.

Plans seeking to demolish Sandbanks hotel 'nothing short of vandalism'

A planning application has been submitted to demolish the Haven Hotel and business centre, clearing the prominent Sandbanks site for possible future redevelopment.

Ten-year-old gives back to firefighters through craft fair sales

Ten-year-old Sidney Palmer will donate part of his craft-fair takings to the Fire Fighters Charity.

PICTURES: Cosplayers and pop-culture fans take over BIC for Comic Con

From superheroes and sci-fi characters to anime icons and gaming favourites, a Bournemouth venue was transformed into a celebration of pop culture as Comic Con returned to the town.