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Guildford Probation Officers Protest As Part of National Strike

Protesting probation officers made their presence felt in Guildford today as part of a national 24 hour strike, ending 12am today (November 6) over the government’s plans to privatise large…

Where Is This? No.82

By David Rose Some good replies to last week’s mystery picture that featured the Quadrant group of building in Bridge Street, near the corner of Onslow Street. I think Norman…

‘Biggest Crowd Yet’ Enjoys Lions’ Fireworks Fiesta On Bonfire Night

As many as 17,000 people are estimated to have gathered in Guildford’s Stoke Park this evening (Tuesday, November 5) to celebrate Bonfire Night. Hundreds of people also took part in…

Room For Another? – New Caffè Nero Shop To Open In North Street

By Maria Rayner Shopping is thirsty work, fortunately Guildford has no fewer than 29 town centre cafes (Experience Guildford) and that doesn’t include restaurants, bars and fast food outlets. But…

Updated: Borough Council Refuses To Accept ‘Save Hogs Back’ Petition

A response from the council has been added. Please go the the end of the article to view. Guildford Borough Council (GBC) is refusing to accept a government e-petition set…

Allotment Group Fighting Homes Threat Urges Supporters To Email Council

A group that has tirelessly campaigned against houses being built on a Guildford allotment site is urging residents to help it once more by responding in a positive way to…

An Invitation To Exercise

By Martin Giles I was minding my own business, getting on with my life, as best I could, when I noticed the A4 envelope that my wife had stuffed into…

Dragon Interview: Carol Humphrey, Head of Planning at Guildford Borough Council

Carol Humphrey has a tricky job. She is Head of Planning at Guildford Borough Council. The creation of a Local Plan is the latest hot potato she has to deal…

Police Arrest Three Following Diesel Theft

Surrey Police have arrested three people in connection with the theft of diesel from a lorry. The incident took place at a lay-by on the northbound carriageway of the A3…

Opinion: Do You Wear A Poppy?

A personal view of Poppy Day by Martin Giles, publisher of The Guildford Dragon NEWS (this article was first published in November 2012) Do You Wear A Poppy? When I…