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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

New arts foundation unveils ambitious plans for growth in Bournemouth and the UK

Bournemouth Education Arts Foundation launches in Pokesdown, expanding creative health, artist support and community projects in the UK through storytelling.

Mum speaks of heartbreak after toddler’s sixth hospital admission

A Dorset mum says her family is emotionally and financially drained after her three-year-old daughter's sixth hospital admission.

Dorset Libraries to host climate facts campaign during Green Libraries Week

Dorset Libraries will host Green Libraries Week until October 28, sharing climate facts, events and Nature Recovery Dorset’s biodiversity challenge.

Bournemouth Pavilion panto cast comes together to kick off Aladdin preparations

Bournemouth Pavilion's Aladdin pantomime runs December 5 to January 3, 2027, starring James Cartwright and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist Kristel Herrera.

Psycho-political rave dance show coming to Bournemouth venue this December

Even the Devil Has Demons comes to Pavilion Dance South West on December 4 at 7.30pm, blending techno-inspired sound and professional dancers.

'Reform are delivering promises and protecting taxpayers’ money'

Since taking control of Bournemouth Town Council in May, Reform has focused on delivering promises, protecting taxpayers’ money and creating opportunities for our town.

Wimborne bakery giving away free Yum Yums to Cherries fans in retro shirts

Bakery79 is giving away Yum Yums to anyone who visits its Wimborne Road West store wearing a retro football shirt on Saturday, October 24.

Oceanarium Bournemouth to transform into an 'Ocean-scarium' this half-term

Oceanarium Bournemouth’s Ocean-scarium runs from October 24 to November 1, with Halloween activities, animal talks and free entry for children in costume.