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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

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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

Trustees and staff at hospice unveil plaque in memory of late supporter

Oakhaven Hospice dedicated a plaque to Leon Crouch, recognising the "substantial gifts" he made during his lifetime and beyond.

Dorset charity seeks adventurers for Sahara trek to support young carers

Taking place from November 25 to 30, 2027, the six-day MYTIME Sahara Challenge is a fully supported, professionally guided trek through the Sahara.

Lymington nursery raised £2,800 in memory of former pupil through fundraiser

Tops Day Nursery in Lymington held the event in honour of Barnaby, a child who attended the nursery, and raised £2,800 for the UK Infantile Spasms Trust.

Swanage festival attracted 250,000 visitors and raised £26,000 for local causes

Swanage’s 2006 Regatta and Carnival drew 250,000 visitors, featured 100 events and raised £26,000 for 30 Dorset charities and community groups.

Upton Country Park car park to close at 6pm as evenings draw in

Upton Country Park car park hours change for autumn: gates now open at 8am and lock at 6pm. Visitors are urged to leave before the evening closure.

Man punched in the face during road rage incident needed seven stitches

A 66-year-old man was punched in the face in a Richmond Park road rage incident on September 24 and needed seven stitches at Bournemouth Hospital for his injuries.

Man dies after being pulled from sea near Durley Chine beach in Bournemouth

A man has died after being pulled from the sea near Durley Chine Beach, Bournemouth.

Man dies after being pulled from sea at Bournemouth Beach

A major emergency response is underway on Bournemouth Beach after a man was pulled from the water. Police, ambulances and air ambulances were among the emergency services seen at the scene.