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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

South coast events you don't want to miss this week

Summer is in full swing, and the south coast is buzzing with family-friendly events and entertainment.

Top 3 picnic sports across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

As the summer holidays continue and all the kids are at home, Picnic's in the park are the perfect way to spend the afternoon outdoors.

Dorset police carry out high-visibility patrols in several towns

Police have carried out high-visibility patrols and community engagement across several east Dorset towns.

'Lots of smoke and steam' seen near forest as firefighters respond to incident

Firefighters are dealing with an incident in Dorset this morning with warnings of smoke and steam in the area

Community spirit shines through at dementia care home's sensory party in Poole

Colten Care’s The Aldbury in Poole transformed its garden into a vibrant sensory trail filled with wind chimes and ribbons for a summer celebration.

New scavenger hunt app brings outdoor adventures to Bournemouth for everyone

The myCityHunt smartphone app is now available in Bournemouth, offering immersive scavenger hunts and interactive tours for families, friends and tourists.

Goods vehicle operator's licence applied for at Sturminster Marshall premises

Tardis Environmental UK Ltd applies for an HGV operator licence at Baillie House, Sturminster Marshall, for 2 goods vehicles and 2 trailers. Objections invited.

Upcoming road works across BCP set to cause delays from August 3 to August 9

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