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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

Missed Community Connect yesterday? Catch the repeat here.

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

LIVE: Armed incident in Christchurch

There has been an armed incident in Christchurch. Our reporter is there at the scene. Updates will follow here

Council says parking income has fallen as residents cycle more and spend less

BCP Council has said that efforts to get more people walking and cycling and the cost-of-living crisis are reducing income from car parks and seafront services, which is contributing to financial pressures in this year’s budget.

New council tax hike on horizon to plug £27m budget gap

BCP Council is not ruling out a council tax rise above five per cent or higher charges for services to plug a £27 million budget gap

Four Strictly stars bring Here Come The Boys to Bournemouth in 2027

A high-energy dance show is set to light up the stage in Bournemouth next summer.

Oasis confirms 2027 UK tour with 20 shows – how to get tickets 

Oasis’ Liam and Noel Gallagher will return to the stage with another UK tour in 2027, with shows in Glasgow and Manchester, and Knebworth.

Police warn public not to approach wanted man with links to Dorset towns

A wanted man should not be approached by the public, police have warned.

'Tiger Moth' plane crash-lands in field after reported engine failure

A suspected Tiger Moth aircraft was forced to crash-land in a field after reported engine failure.

James B Partridge delivers a 'joyous evening' at Lighthouse

Appearing at Lighthouse was a true homecoming for James B Partridge. Not only was he born and grew up in Poole, he also appeared on this very stage many times as a member of the Bournemouth Symphony Chorus.