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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

Simpler tax system key to unlocking growth for Dorset businesses, survey finds

Azets research finds 54% of UK business leaders want tax simplification prioritised, as SMEs face £15.4bn compliance costs and seek growth reforms for firms.

Bryanston School support staff complete the Great North Run for charity

Three support staff from Bryanston School have completed the Great North Run, raising thousands of pounds for charity

Road in Bransgore will be temporarily closed for trench excavation works

Hampshire County Council has announced the closure of West Road between its junctions with Derritt Lane and Chapel Lane from October 12 for 16 days.

Tops Day Nurseries and Shoots Training celebrate shining stars at awards night

Tops Day Nurseries and Shoots Training hosted their annual "Under the Stars"-themed awards evening

Dorset housebuilder backing popular Gillingham Carnival as headline sponsor

Barratt David Wilson Homes sponsors Gillingham Carnival on October 10, supporting Dorset community events, parades and fun at Kings Court and Romans Quarter.

29 holiday units among the latest planning applications submitted in BCP area

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council for the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

'It was only a pet': Bournemouth therapist wants pet grief to be taken seriously

Bournemouth counsellor and author Linda Witchell has developed a new workbook and journal to help people cope with the loss of a pet.

What's on in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cinemas this weekend

A standalone sequel to The Social Network, a supernatural psychological horror film, and an action period drama are among films in BCP cinemas this weekend.