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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

Former McDonald's employee and Poole author launches debut novel 'Burger Wars'

Poole-based author S.R. Moore has written Burger Wars, which will be published on October 6.

People urged to have their say on proposed new home for Dorset Studio School

People across Dorset are being urged to act now and have their say on proposals for a new home for Dorset Studio School.

Bid to give horse riding lessons to SEND children at stables block facing refusal

A bid to change the use of a stable block and teach children with special educational needs and disabilities has been recommended for refusal

Man banned from every pub, bar and restaurant in England and Wales - In the Dock

The following case was heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Various Sturminster Marshall and Wimborne roads to temporarily close this month

Dorset Council will close roads in Wimborne Minster and Sturminster Marshall for resurfacing and power works from September 2026. See details and diversions.

Bournemouth MP welcomes policing minster commitment to consult on police funding

Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes has welcomed a commitment from Policing Minister Sarah Jones MP to consult on police funding principles following a meeting.

Poole cinema to bring The Hunger Games back to the big screen this month

Vue Poole will screen all five films in The Hunger Games over the coming weeks, leading up to the new release Sunrise on the Reaping, releasing on November 20