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The Nightshift

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

Today 04:00

Community Connect Catch-up

Missed Community Connect yesterday? Catch the repeat here.

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 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

Professor warns New Forest could take years to recover after devastating fire

The New Forest could take years to recover from the huge wildfire which has torn through its protected heathland.

More than a meal – the story behind Bournemouth’s beloved 29 Spices

Since opening its doors in 2020, 29 Spices has established itself as one of Bournemouth’s favourite destinations for authentic Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine

Dorset Pet Cremations to host Dogs Day Out event in Verwood next month

On Sunday, September 13, Dorset Pet Cremations will proudly host Dogs Day Out at Verwood Memorial Hall.

Rural events lodge for shooting estate near Cerne Abbas approved

A RURAL EVENTS lodge for a shooting estate near Cerne Abbas has been agreed by Dorset planners.

Proposal to extend burial ground at Cerne Abbas has been withdrawn

A PROPOSAL to extend the burial ground at Cerne Abbas has been withdrawn.

Bid to install CCTV camera at historic Cerne Abbey refused by Council

A BID to confirm the lawfulness of installing a CCTV camera at the historic Cerne Abbey has been refused by Dorset Council.

Man found guilty of attempted rape and trespassing in Bournemouth

A MAN has been found guilty of trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence, attempted rape of a woman in Bournemouth, and multiple other charges.