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The Nightshift

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

Today 04:00

Community Re-Connect

Join Andy Read as we re-connect with some of our recent guests and interviews.

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 08:00

Breakfast with Kev Kirby

Weekend breakfast with Kev - your ‘What’s On’ guide, great music, and the perfect start to your Saturday and Sunday.

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

Martin Lewis warns households not to make costly energy mistake as prices rise again

Martin Lewis has issued advice to households on whether to fix energy bills now, as wholesale prices remain high and winter approaches.

Millions face DWP State Pension shake-up as triple lock branded ‘idiotic’

The State Pension triple lock could be replaced with a “double lock”, a former Conservative pensions secretary has suggested, in a major warning for millions of pensioners.

Bournemouth school awarded prestigious gold award for swimming excellence

Talbot Heath School in Branksome received the English Schools' Swimming Association National President's Award Gold, sponsored by Watch Me Swimming Awards.

One week to go until the biggest model show in the south west at Dorset museum

The South West’s biggest model show is rolling into Dorset with a brand-new wargaming theme next week at the Tank Museum on September 12-13.

Southbourne restaurant applies for premises licence to sell alcohol from 9am

Skinny Malinkys (Southbourne) LTD applies to BCP Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol from 9am at 148 Parkwood Road. Objections by September 10.

Sex shop wants to stay open despite complaint from resident over window displays

A Bournemouth sex shop wanting to renew its licence has had a single complaint lodged against plans

Meet the Bournemouth barber breaking down barriers with free haircuts

Amongst the hustle and bustle of Bournemouth square, Brandon Henderson gives haircuts and connection to those who need it most.

Road near Ringwood to close for one day later this month for pole renewal works

Long Lane, Ringwood in the New Forest will close on 17 September 2026 for pole renewal works by Circet. Diversion via Moortown Lane and Ringwood Road.