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The Nightshift

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

Fri 04:00

Community Connect Catch-up

Missed Community Connect yesterday? Catch the repeat here.

Fri 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Fri 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

Council commits £28k funding to protecting Christchurch Harbour

BCP Council has pledged £28,000 to create a new protection framework for Christchurch Harbour.

Tuckton Tea Gardens licence approved for alcohol sales and live music

Tuckton Tea Gardens application for Sale of alcohol for consumption on premises and live music has been approved.

Christchurch splash park now closed after extended summer season

A splash park has closed for the winter after an extended season.

Bournemouth property ordered to remove fence due to height and road safety concerns

A property in Bournemouth has been ordered by BCP Council to remove a fence at the front of the house because of its height and concerns over road safety.

Five year restraining order for Woman who sent threatening voicemails - In the Dock

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Dame Esther Rantzen dies after years living in New Forest supporting Dorset causes

Dame Esther Rantzen, Bafta-winning presenter and ChildLine founder, has died aged 86. Her New Forest, Dorset and Silver Line charity work leaves a legacy.

Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86

Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86 following a lung cancer diagnosis.

Dorset Police cleared after suspended officer killed by train

Police watchdog will not investigate Dorset Police conduct with suspended officer Alex Ayer before his death after being hit by a train near Branksome on September 24.