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The Nightshift

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

Mon 05:00

Dorset Coast Non Stop

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

Mon 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.

Mon 09:00

Paul Sutton

Your feel-good mornings are here! Paul takes you through the day with some great music and local event news

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

Three men remain on bail after alleged Christchurch firearm robbery

Three men arrested over an alleged armed robbery at a Christchurch shop remain on police bail, Dorset Police said.

Cherries backed as favourites for Europa League glory after historic win

AFC Bournemouth are joint 7/1 Europa League favourites with Juventus after beating Real Sociedad, as 46% of bets back the Cherries in their historic debut.

Hundreds queue in Bournemouth square as Wingstop launches high energy opening day

The town square was transformed into a buzzing food festival atmosphere as hundreds of customers queued for the grand opening of US chicken chain Wingstop, with music, crowds and a high energy vibe marking the brand’s arrival.

Bournemouth venue allowed to host boxing event despite police objections

A bar in Bournemouth has been granted permission to hold a boxing event next month after concerns were raised by Dorset Police about a potential increase in anti-social behaviour.

Poole restaurant given permission to stay open and play music until 2am

A restaurant in Poole has been given permission to stay open until 2am

Safety work to begin at Bournemouth Pier after inspection finds ‘immediate risk’

Work to remove unsafe landing stages will begin this month at Bournemouth Pier

Chlorinated water leak sparks fears for wildlife in New Forest river

A major leak of chlorinated water has sparked fears of environmental damage.

Activate Dorset: the new immersive gaming experience coming to Poole

An all-new immersive gaming experience has arrived in Dorset. Activate Games opened at The Dolphin Shopping Centre in Poole on Saturday, September 12, and is set to bring a completely different kind of gaming experience to the area.