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Guildford Burglar Gets Four Years

A Guildford burglar, who broke into a house and was confronted by the 70-year-old woman occupant, has been sentenced to four years in prison following conviction at Guildford Crown Court…

Recent Influx of Counterfeit Currency In Guildford – New Pens Could Help Detection

An influx of counterfeit banknotes in Guildford has caused Experience Guildford, Banham Security and Surrey Police to partner up and find ways of countering the criminal threat. The partnership is…

Letter: In Praise of Former University Vice Chancellor

From Bernard Parke I am sure that many Guildfordians will remember the late Professor Anthony Kelly with great affection for his remarkable dedication to his work in helping to create…

The Dragon Says: Silly Questions? Don’t Worry – Tell the Council Your Views Anyway

Imagine you are a Guildford Borough councillor. Imagine, and this might be a bit tougher, you really want to represent your constituents views on the Draft Local Plan – not…

Green Belt Group Will Not Stand in Borough Council By-election

A Guildford Greenbelt Group (GGG) spokesperson said last night (August 11) that the “GreenBelt Party” will not be fielding a candidate at the by-election for Lovelace ward, announced following the…

Letter: A281 Flooding Reveals Poor Maintenance and a Shabby Borough

From M. Bedforth I am writing regarding the A281 flooding on Sunday (August 10). Not so long ago, Surrey County Council (SCC) laid special drainpipes to take excess surface water…

Guildford City Get First Win To Kick Start Their Season

Farnham Town (0) 0, Guildford City (1) 1 By Barry Underwood After last week’s defeat, Guildford City deservedly got their season up and running with an excellent performance and result…

Cyclist’s Death Casts Shadow Over Wet London-Surrey Bike Event

The Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 event was overshadowed by the news that a cyclist participating in the event had died of a cardiac failure at Newlands Corner, yesterday (August 10).…

By-election Called In Lovelace Ward – Debates on Green Belt Issue Expected

A Guildford Borough Council (GBC) by-election is to be called in Lovelace ward following the death of Cllr John Garrett on July 26th. In a press release a GBC spokesperson…

Residents Appeal To Ombudsman Following Permission To Redevelop Historic House

Neighbouring residents of an historic property in Guildford are appealing to the Local Government Ombudsman following the grant of planning permission for the redevelopment of a Victorian house and the…