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June 30, 2026

Police appeal to help find missing Surrey girl, 15, 'as soon as possible'

Good Morning Guildford — 2026-06-30

Raquel, 15, was last seen on Sunday evening (June 28) and police are concerned for her welfare
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Police appeal to help find missing Surrey girl, 15, 'as soon as possible'

• Raquel, 15, was last seen on Sunday evening (June 28) and police are concerned for her welfare

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Today in Guildford, Woking and west Surrey commuter belt

Conditions in your area this morning.

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15°C
Overcast · High 21° · Low 15°
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Local news · 14 stories

The local news that matters this morning

Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

SurreyLive — Guildfordtoday

Developers unveil plans to build 32 new homes in centre of Guildford on former pub site

• Homes would be split across three distinct buildings on the town centre site

Guildford Dragontoday

GBC Executive Confirms Decision to Reject Creation of ‘Clean Air Zone’

• By James Moules local democracy reporter GBC’s Executive confirmed that a “clean air zone” will not be created in Guildford after councillors accepted a report saying the costs would outweigh the benefits of such a scheme.
• Guildford Borough Council’s Executive was presented with a report into measures to stem the level of harmful air pollution

SurreyLive — Surrey Newstoday

Inside Rolf Harris' final years in Berkshire from school incident to cause of death

• Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator is now streaming on Prime Video, so let's take a look at what we know about the last years of the disgraced presenter's life

SurreyLive — Surrey Newstoday

Plans to build new McDonald's drive thru in Surrey town

• Currently, there are two McDonald's restaurants in the neighbourhood

SurreyLive — Surrey Policetoday

Police appeal for public's help to locate man they have been 'unable' to find

• Police said that "despite extensive enquiries" officers have so far been "unable" to locate the wanted man

SurreyLive — Wokingtoday

Adorable flower shop in Surrey village with Mad Hatter tea party workshops named county's best

• Award-winning florist Kate set up her own shop when she was 21 years old

Guildford Dragontoday

Challengers Charity Gets Ready For Its Annual Jazz-on-the-Green Event

• The Wood Street Jazz Festival is back for its 12th year on Sunday July 19th.
• The annual event is held in aid of Challengers, the Guildford charity dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children, young people and their families through the power of play.
• In partnership with Guildford Jazz, Challengers is inviting people to join in

Guildford Dragontoday

Highways Bulletin: New Option for Home EV Charging

• The information for this bulletin comes from Surrey County Council and is written by them.
• See interactive map here.
• Report potholes and highway issues here.

SurreyLive — Guildfordtoday

6 free splash pads in Surrey to cool off this summer for lots of family fun

• Slap on the sun cream, pack some sausage rolls and explore these top budget-friendly spots on the doorstep

SurreyLive — Guildfordtoday

Market stalls in heart of Guildford given green light to operate for 5 more years

• The stalls have sat in the historic location since 1991

SurreyLive — Wokingtoday

Surrey school named the very best there is at the Oscars for Education

• There were winners across Surrey at this prestigious education award

SurreyLive — Wokingtoday

The free beach themed park in Surrey with giant sandpit and trickling stream for paddling

• The family-friendly spot is next to a swimming pool - plus parking is free too

University of Surrey news RSS feedtoday

Five reasons to study a course in criminology at Surrey

• Five reasons to study a course in criminology at Surrey ss0122 Mon, 29/06/2026 - 12:47 Feature Subject leaders from criminology reveal what makes our degrees different, and the secret behind our graduates’ success....
• 8th in the UK We're ranked 8th in the UK for sociology 'Guardian University Guide 2026' 5th in the UK For our sociology-based degrees, we're 5th in the UK for overall student satisfaction* in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS) * Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide League Tables 1.
• Boost your career prospects Ninety-three per cent of our graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating ( Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026, HESA).

University of Surrey news RSS feedtoday

Five reasons to study our Media and Communication BSc at Surrey

• Five reasons to study our Media and Communication BSc at Surrey ss0122 Mon, 29/06/2026 - 15:49 Feature Academics who teach on our Media and Communication BSc reveal what makes it different, and the secret behind our graduates’ success.
• Come and find out why media studies at Surrey is ranked 3rd for overall satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2025. * Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide league tables 1.
• Boost your career prospects Ninety-three per cent of our graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026, HESA).

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Council, planning, travel and official-source items that make this edition useful beyond the headlines.

Official noticeWoking Borough Council newsChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeExperience Guildford BID eventsChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeGuildford DragonChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeONS - Guildford Census 2021 area changeChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeRoyal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust newsChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->
What's On · 8 items

What's on: next 7 days

A quick-view of 8 public listings happening across Guildford over the next 7 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

1 Jul History of Antibiotics The Guilford InstituteWed 1 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events1 Jul History of Antibiotics The Guilford Institute1 Jul Karen Street Quartet Guildford PavilionWed 1 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events1 Jul Karen Street Quartet Guildford Pavilion1 Jul Sunflower café Guildford Reformed ChurchWed 1 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events1 Jul Sunflower café Guildford Reformed Church2 Jul Bowling for Mental Wellbeing Guildford SpectrumThu 2 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events2 Jul Bowling for Mental Wellbeing Guildford Spectrum2 Jul Fundraising Quiz Night The Guildford InstituteThu 2 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events2 Jul Fundraising Quiz Night The Guildford Institute2 Jul Hysteria The Back RoomThu 2 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events2 Jul Hysteria The Back Room30 Jun Community Tuesday Coffee CultureTue 30 Jun · Experience Guildford BID events30 Jun Community Tuesday Coffee CultureArts and Makers Market - Sunday 5 JulySun 5 Jul · Visit Surrey - Guildford eventsArts and Makers Market - Sunday 5 July
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Did you know? · Guildford

The River Wey Navigation was the brainchild of Sir Richard Weston and opened with 12 pound locks between Weybridge and Guildford, carrying timber, corn and gunpowder to London. Source →

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