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Letter: Shortcomings of Weyside Urban Village Are Obvious

From Ben Paton In response to: The Problems That Will Be Caused by the Weyside Project Are No Laughing Matter Sadly, Guildford Borough councillors have for over a decade been…

‘No More Debate – Never Again’ Must Be Sara’s Legacy, Says Child Commissioner

Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Authorities must face serious questions about years of missed chances to prevent Sara Sharif’s death. Sara was murdered aged just 10 years old by her…

Dragon Interview: Lead Councillor Tom Hunt on Ash Road Bridge Delays

Publication of this interview was delayed by technical glitches when recording. Despite a second attempt, the interview had to be completed in written Q&A. The Dragon is grateful to Cllr…

Letter: The Problems That Will Be Caused by the Weyside Project Are No Laughing Matter

From Jim Allen In response to: Paul Spooner’s comment on Weyside Urban Village Update – Hard Choices Face Guildford Borough Council I recall a meeting on the Slyfield Area Regeneration…

Dog Walkers Complain of Heavy-handed Policing of Licensing Scheme

Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Professional dog walkers have rallied against a new licensing scheme in Surrey, claiming the managers have overstepped their mark.  Dog walkers may have to pay…

Notice: Exhibition of Textiles and Etchings

A free exhibition of Textiles and Etchings at Guildford’s oldest church, St Mary’s…

City Secure Three Points At Last Playing Away Against Corinthinian Casuals

Corinthian Casuals (1) 1 Guildford City (1) 2 By Barry Underwood Guildford City returned home from King George’s Field with three precious league points after a deserved victory at the…

Sara Sharif Trial Verdicts – Father and Stepmother Guilty of Murder of Ten-year-old Daughter

By Martin Giles The reporting of this case is sequential with reports added each day of the trial. Warning: This article contains details that some people might find distressing See…

Surrey Police Launch Winter Crackdown on Drink and Drug Drivers

Motorists are being warned there are no excuses for drink or drug driving as Surrey Police launch their annual winter crackdown campaign. Increased drug tests, breath tests, stop checks, and…

Guildford Poets Shine at Surrey Poet Laureateship’s End-of-Year Showcase

Among the highlights of the Surrey Poet Laureateship’s End-of-Year Showcase was the contribution of Guildford poet Sharron Green, who performed her poem featured in the recently published First Surrey Poetry…