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The Nightshift

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

Today 04:00

Community Re-Connect

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

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.

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

‘We have been taken on a ride’ - Councillors refuse plan to covert a home into flats

A proposal to replace a detached home with four flats backing onto Poole Harbour has been refused due to concerns about changing the character of the area and the lack of amenity space.

Poole man charged after alleged assault and threats involving knife and spear gun

A man has been charged following reports of an assault and a weapon threat in Poole.

‘The council made a mistake’ - SOBO Beach founder calls for public consultation

More than 20 beach cafe staff face losing their jobs within weeks, as SOBO Beach’s founder says he is trapped in limbo and cannot tell his team what the future holds.

Dream come true for Poole illustrator as Puffin publishes magical new children's book

Poole illustrator Saoirse Lou has achieved a lifelong dream with the release of Witchy Boo: Casts Her First Spell, published by Puffin UK.

£53,000 has been raised for nine-year-old girl with brain cancer

Parents of a nine-year-old have set up a GoFundMe Page to raise funds for their daughter with brain cancer.

'Wake up’ - MP and councillor call for rethink over council’s SOBO Beach decision

SOBO Beach has won backing from a Bournemouth MP and councillor as they call on BCP Council to rethink the future of the popular seafront venue.

Council defends decision to axe SoBo Beach as operator of a site in Southbourne

BCP Council has said it remains committed to providing a ‘vibrant’ hospitality offer at a popular seafront venue, currently run by SoBo Beach, as speculation continues about who the new operator will be.