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Today 22:00

The Nightshift

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

Fri 04:00

Community Connect Catch-up

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Fri 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Lidl submits plans for four electric vehicle charging bays at Ringwood store

Lidl has submitted plans to install electric vehicle (EV) charging points at its Ringwood store on Wellworthy Way, and New Forest District Council is now considering the proposal.

Migrant arrested at Chine Hotel following alleged machete attack

A migrant staying at the Chine Hotel has been arrested on suspicion of attempted grievous bodily harm after an alleged machete attack in Boscombe Chine Gardens left a man injured and prompted a major armed police response.

Police arrest suspect on drug charges after attempted break-in

A person has been arrested on suspicion of drug possession and criminal damage following an attempted break-in in Poole town.

RECAP: Two-car crash causes heavy traffic on A338

A two-car crash is causing delays on the A338 - updates to follow.

Man in possession of machete in Boscombe Chine Gardens

A man was in possession of a machete in Boscombe Chine Gardens in broad daylight.

Baseball bat seized from vehicle during police patrol

A baseball bat has been seized from a vehicle during a police patrol.

RECAP - Armed police at The Chine Hotel in Boscombe

Armed officers, police and the ambulance service are currently attending an incident near Boscombe seafront. We will be bringing you live updates as we get them.