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The Nightshift

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

Sat 04:00

Community Re-Connect

Join Andy Read as we re-connect with some of our recent guests and interviews.

Sat 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Sat 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.

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

Mother pays tribute to son who was her ‘best friend’ after rare cancer death

East Stoke mother Janice Sealy pays tribute to son Joshua, her best friend, who died aged 20 after battling rare clear cell sarcoma on September 12 in Dorset.

Ryanair to change check-in and bag drop rules from next month - see what's different

Ryanair passengers will be required to check in 60 minutes before a flight rather than 40 minutes under new rules coming into force on November 10.

Major UK airport change means you won't need to show your passport as queues speed up

Passengers arriving in the UK could see queues cut at airport passport control as they won't need to show their passports at eGates.

Royal Mail releases stamps to mark 100th anniversary of beloved children's book

Royal Mail is releasing a set of adorable stamps to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh.

Early flu season warning as UK virus levels hit four-year high

The UK Health Security Agency has warned of a potentially early flu season as virus levels rise higher than during the same period in the past four years.

Pensioners could get a bigger HMRC tax-free Personal Allowance under new calls

A new petition calls for pensioners to get a bigger tax-free allowance, set at 110% of the full new State Pension and increased annually.

Pensioners and DWP benefit claimants could get £150 off bills under scheme reopening

The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.

Medal awarded to Jack the Ripper inspector to go under the hammer next month

A medal awarded to the police inspector who led the Jack the Ripper investigation is set to go under the hammer next month by Charterhouse on November 12.