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Chris Burns to discuss the future of local radio at community radio event

BBC England’s head of audio and digital Chris Burns is set to take part in a panel discussion on the future of local radio. She’ll be joined at the Community Media Festival in Leicester by Alfred owner Keri Jones and Miriam James from Devonstream, with CMA Chair Dom Chambers hosting.

Publication date: 21.10.2023

Sam Thompson has girlfriend Zara and Strictly partner Graziano on his show

Hits Radio’s Sam Thompson welcomed his girlfriend Zara McDermott and her Strictly Come Dancing partner, Graziano di Prima to his show last night.

Publication date: 20.10.2023

Dotun Adebayo to host new show across BBC local radio network

The networked Sunday evening show on BBC local radio stations will be hosted by Dotun Adebayo. The new programme will feature community issues from around the UK, hosted from BBC Radio London.

Publication date: 20.10.2023

1Xtra’s Tiffany Calver to broadcast show from Amsterdam Dance Event

BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ, Tiffany Calver is to air a special version of her show live from the Amsterdam Dance Event.

Publication date: 19.10.2023

Giovanna Fletcher and Peppa Pig join Classic FM for Family Classics Day

Best-selling author and podcast host Giovanna Fletcher and Peppa Pig are making their radio-presenting debuts on Classic FM this weekend.

Publication date: 18.10.2023

New radio station Bournemouth One to launch with emphasis on local news and information

A new radio station called Bournemouth One is launching soon covering local news and information for the town and surrounding area. The service, created by producer and designer Sophie Greenwood and RadioToday owner Roy Martin, says it will offer a clutter-free service of music and local news...

Publication date: 17.10.2023

Capital Radio “pioneers” celebrate 50 years at special party

Paul McKenna writes about Capital’s 50th birthday party yesterday, which was attended by many who were there in the very early days of the station.

Publication date: 17.10.2023

James Arthur reveals his “agony” during Pride of Britain performance

This morning James Arthur joined Heart Breakfast with Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden and revealed he was in “agony” during his Pride of Britain performance.

Publication date: 17.10.2023

Amanda Holden left ‘petrified’ by cursed painting in Heart Studio

This morning, Amanda Holden was given a fright when famous ‘cursed painting’ appeared in the Heart studio during the Breakfast show.

Publication date: 16.10.2023

Historic shortwave radio transmitter site celebrates 80 years

The UK’s last shortwave radio transmitter site is celebrating its 80th anniversary this week.

Publication date: 16.10.2023