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Sainsbury’s Magpie – Perhaps Not As Trapped As It Seemed
By Daisy Edwards It seems to be ‘One for Joy’ for the solitary magpie in Godalming Sainsbury’s, now the subject of more publicity in national newspapers and the BBC. A new update, given exclusively to The Dragon NEWS, indicates the bird might not be as trapped as it seemed. A magpie was though...
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Four Sentenced at Guildford for Supplying Grade A Drugs in the Home Counties
A county drugs line known as “Giant”, which supplied crack cocaine and heroin across Surrey, West Sussex, Kent and South London, has been taken down after all four defendants involved in its operation were sentenced. The investigation began in May 2025 when officers uncovered messages relating t...
GBC Wins Bronze At Local Government Awards Ceremony
Guildford Borough Council has been awarded Bronze in the ‘Most Improved Council’ category at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards 2026. The LGC Awards recognise good practice across local government and highlight the work of councils, councillors and officers in delivering services and im...
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County Council Leader Says He Would Not Stand To Be Mayor of Surrey
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter Surrey County Council’s outgoing leader says he will not seek to become the county’s mayor if and when the role is created. Cllr Tim Oliver (Con, Weybridge), who has led the county council since 2018, is serving a final stint in office ahead of the are...
'Grey Belt' land on edge of Guildford looks set for 18 home development
The plans are earmarked for approval but have received more than 20 objections
Alfold Gets a New Landmark Village Sculpture
Alfold residents and parish councillors gathered at the Alfold Crossways to see the unveiling of a monumental new and unique sculpture for the village. Borough and county councillor Kevin Deanus cut the ribbon on the 12ft high steel oak tree mounted on a base which declares: “Alfold – Heart of t...
'Luxury' gated community of £1.5m homes nears completion in Surrey village
The first home is available for reservation at the price of £1,595,000
Campaigners Battle to Save Guildford Shopmobility Service
By Hugh Coakley Campaigners battling to save the Guildford Shopmobility scheme say they are optimistic the service can continue after Age UK Surrey decided to close it down, with the final day being Friday, June 12. But there is no guarantee it will reopen as Guildford Borough Council can only pledg...
Work begins to transform iconic Guildford passage after it 'suffered' from antisocial behaviour
The passageway has suffered in recent years from graffiti, poor lighting and concerns around anti-social behaviour according to the organisation behind its revitalisation
Jail for serial thief who stole bikes worth total of £8,000 from Surrey stations
Officers uncovered a "wealth of evidence" on the crimes of the 23-year-old, who stole bikes worth thousands
Guildford Gives Its Support To UK-wide Event Tackling Climate Change
Guildford Borough Council is this week supporting Great Big Green Week, the UK’s largest celebration of community action to help tackle climate change. And residents are being urged to get involved. The theme for 2026, “Together for Good”, highlights how collective action can create greener, h...
GBC Community Team Helps Families Experience The Fun Of The Circus
Families across Guildford were given the chance to enjoy an evening at the circus thanks to Guildford Borough Council’s Community Wellbeing team and Circus Zyair. During their visit to Stoke Park, Circus Zyair donated free tickets to two performances, giving local families the opportunity to exp...
Stone Store Opens New Showroom on Guildford High Street
Article Sponsored by Experience Guildford Stone Store are thrilled to have opened their brand-new showroom right in the heart of Guildford, bringing one of the UK’s leading specialists in natural stone and porcelain tiles to Surrey for the first time. Founded over 15 years ago with a passion for m...
Building of 'landmark' £23m Guildford care development set to be completed next year
The development is set to deliver nearly 60 homes for those who need extra care
Police Appeal For Help To Trace Man Wanted For Alleged Thefts
Surrey police are appealing for the public’s help to locate Liam Chuter, aged 33, of no fixed address, who is wanted for questioning in connection with an investigation into a series of six theft offences which took place in Woking. He is described as around 5ft 9 inches tall, of athletic build an...
Surrey M25 live updates as 90 minute delays caused by HGV crash
A recovery team are now working to clear the scene, and the Surrey Fire and Rescue service has also been on site.
'Action is now critical' to protect Guildford from flooding with town centre changes planned
The council believes climate change means that 'action is now critical' to protect the town against flooding
Meningitis case confirmed at University of Surrey
A case of meningitis has been confirmed at the University of Surrey, in Guildford.
Letter: Time to Fight Back on the Local Plan
From Catherine Young R4GV borough councillor for Clandon & Horsley As a member of Guildford’s Local Plan Panel I have been involved with briefings and workshops to get us to this stage and I am very pleased to see this progressing to ensure we get the right housing built in the right locations...
Mayor’s Diary: June 7 to June 21
The diary for the Mayor of Guildford, Jane Tyson, and Deputy Mayor, Dominique Williams. All information as supplied by GBC. Find out about Guildford’s Mayor & Deputy Mayor here. Friday 5 June to Sunday 21 June 2026 Monday 8 June 18:00 The Mayor attends His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant & Mr...