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The Nightshift

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

Today 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Today 08:00

Breakfast with Kev Kirby

Weekend breakfast with Kev - your ‘What’s On’ guide, great music, and the perfect start to your Saturday and Sunday.

Today 10:00

Paul McComish

Paul’s got everything you need for a great weekend - local info, the 'Just A Second' quiz, and the best Dorset Coast music.

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

Thunderstorms warning issued for BCP and Dorset

Thunderstorms frequent lightning and heavy showers could be seen across Dorset today, the Met Office has warned.

Family stranded in Rhodes following major flight disruption

A family remain stranded in Rhodes after their TUI flight home was cancelled overnight, with the father claiming passengers were given little information or support at the airport.

Huge landslide along coast as people warned 'stay away from the area'

There has been a large landslide along the Dorset coast

Thunderstorms warning issued for BCP and Dorset

Thunderstorms frequent lightning and heavy showers could be seen across Dorset today, the Met Office has warned.

Bournemouth Airport operating normally after power cut

Bournemouth Airport is operating normally today after a power cut caused issues to flights, shops and restaurants on Saturday.

Bournemouth psychology students present their work to international researchers

Eight students from Bournemouth University presented their work at the European Conference on Visual Perception, held at the BIC from August 23-27.

Ringwood lash artist celebrates placing top 50 at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards

Louisa Styles, owner of Styled By Styles in St Leonards, Ringwood, placed in the top 50 for Lash Artist of the Year at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026.