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Former Market Drayton Police Officer barred from policing - Shropshire Live
Former Market Drayton Police Officer barred from policing Shropshire Live
Published on 23 June 2025 | 8:07 am
'Danger to society' teen killed girlfriend in horror crash on A53 - Manchester Evening News
'Danger to society' teen killed girlfriend in horror crash on A53 Manchester Evening News
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:52 am
Stunning historic Georgian and Jacobean manor house that won recognition in Grand Designs competition hits the market - Shropshire Star
Stunning historic Georgian and Jacobean manor house that won recognition in Grand Designs competition hits the market Shropshire Star
Published on 23 June 2025 | 5:00 am
Drop-in events for those interested in making a positive impact to vulnerable Powys adults - Shropshire Star
Drop-in events for those interested in making a positive impact to vulnerable Powys adults Shropshire Star
Published on 22 June 2025 | 3:00 pm
Welsh Chamber Orchestra with Royal Harpist Alis Huws to provide summer evening of classical music in Builth Wells - Shropshire Star
Welsh Chamber Orchestra with Royal Harpist Alis Huws to provide summer evening of classical music in Builth Wells Shropshire Star
Published on 22 June 2025 | 9:00 am
Firefighters and police rush to car crash on the A49 near Whitchurch - Shropshire Star
Firefighters and police rush to car crash on the A49 near Whitchurch Shropshire Star
Published on 22 June 2025 | 7:51 am
Jailed: Cowardly thieves left Shrewsbury pensioner having to borrow to pay bills after stealing £250 in alleyway robbery - Shropshire Star
Jailed: Cowardly thieves left Shrewsbury pensioner having to borrow to pay bills after stealing £250 in alleyway robbery Shropshire Star
Published on 22 June 2025 | 5:00 am
We visited a Market Drayton pub with nearly 60 years of family history and a warm welcome to anyone who visits - Shropshire Star
We visited a Market Drayton pub with nearly 60 years of family history and a warm welcome to anyone who visits Shropshire Star
Published on 22 June 2025 | 5:00 am
'Dishonest' Market Drayton cop who forged victim's signature would have been sacked if he didn't resign - Shropshire Star
'Dishonest' Market Drayton cop who forged victim's signature would have been sacked if he didn't resign Shropshire Star
Published on 20 June 2025 | 4:39 pm
Coverage Care acquires Market Drayton nursing home as part of strategic expansion in 30th anniversary year - Shropshire Star
Coverage Care acquires Market Drayton nursing home as part of strategic expansion in 30th anniversary year Shropshire Star
Published on 19 June 2025 | 9:26 am
Firefighters battle to stop shed blaze spreading to Market Drayton bungalows - Shropshire Star
Firefighters battle to stop shed blaze spreading to Market Drayton bungalows Shropshire Star
Published on 19 June 2025 | 8:32 am
Shoplifter jailed after £800 thefts at Boots and B&M in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Shoplifter jailed after £800 thefts at Boots and B&M in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 18 June 2025 | 3:12 pm
Thousands flock to UK Proms in the Park at Attingham Park - Shropshire Star
Thousands flock to UK Proms in the Park at Attingham Park Shropshire Star
Published on 18 June 2025 | 10:25 am
'Our grassroots pitches are not good enough' - Shropshire MP meets with Football Foundation to discuss ambitious local plan - Shropshire Star
'Our grassroots pitches are not good enough' - Shropshire MP meets with Football Foundation to discuss ambitious local plan Shropshire Star
Published on 18 June 2025 | 5:00 am
Mental health hospital in North Shropshire to benefit from millions of pounds of funding - Shropshire Star
Mental health hospital in North Shropshire to benefit from millions of pounds of funding Shropshire Star
Published on 17 June 2025 | 5:00 am
Market Drayton Rotary Club - A successful year - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton Rotary Club - A successful year Shropshire Star
Published on 16 June 2025 | 2:45 pm
Twice-failed housing plans for up to 100 new homes near Market Drayton's Muller yoghurt factory resubmitted - Shropshire Star
Twice-failed housing plans for up to 100 new homes near Market Drayton's Muller yoghurt factory resubmitted Shropshire Star
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton church leaders thank community for their 'kind words and concern' after suspected arson - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton church leaders thank community for their 'kind words and concern' after suspected arson Shropshire Star
Published on 10 June 2025 | 9:01 am
'They are blooming beautiful' - floral displays set Market Drayton apart from other towns, says Mayor - Shropshire Star
'They are blooming beautiful' - floral displays set Market Drayton apart from other towns, says Mayor Shropshire Star
Published on 9 June 2025 | 3:05 pm
Market Drayton church targeted in arson attack - BBC
Market Drayton church targeted in arson attack BBC
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Police appeal after 'arson' at Market Drayton church - Shropshire Star
Police appeal after 'arson' at Market Drayton church Shropshire Star
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
'It's fantastic that we can support this' - Councillors approve new additions to Market Drayton Carnival - Shropshire Star
'It's fantastic that we can support this' - Councillors approve new additions to Market Drayton Carnival Shropshire Star
Published on 7 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Drink driver, 32, who was twice the limit when caught in Market Drayton is handed lengthy road ban - Shropshire Star
Drink driver, 32, who was twice the limit when caught in Market Drayton is handed lengthy road ban Shropshire Star
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton yoghurt firm Müller donates four million meals to people facing hardship - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton yoghurt firm Müller donates four million meals to people facing hardship Shropshire Star
Published on 3 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton in Bloom 2025: How to enter, categories, prizes dates and more - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton in Bloom 2025: How to enter, categories, prizes dates and more Shropshire Star
Published on 3 June 2025 | 7:00 am
'A lack of respect' Mayor voices anger as travellers' caravans temporarily block off Market Drayton businesses - Shropshire Star
'A lack of respect' Mayor voices anger as travellers' caravans temporarily block off Market Drayton businesses Shropshire Star
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Negotiations over closure of Market Drayton branch of Original Factory Shop 'still ongoing' says company - Shropshire Star
Negotiations over closure of Market Drayton branch of Original Factory Shop 'still ongoing' says company Shropshire Star
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Revealed: Footfall rises in north Shropshire town by nearly three per cent compared to same period last year - Shropshire Star
Revealed: Footfall rises in north Shropshire town by nearly three per cent compared to same period last year Shropshire Star
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'It feels special' - Market Drayton brewer Joule's in dreamland after buying up Birmingham city centre pub - Shropshire Star
'It feels special' - Market Drayton brewer Joule's in dreamland after buying up Birmingham city centre pub Shropshire Star
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Watch: Devastation left by chip pan fire in Market Drayton bungalow - Shropshire Star
Watch: Devastation left by chip pan fire in Market Drayton bungalow Shropshire Star
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'Bigger and better': Market Drayton Carnival 2025 plans unveiled as organisers submit these requests to the council - Shropshire Star
'Bigger and better': Market Drayton Carnival 2025 plans unveiled as organisers submit these requests to the council Shropshire Star
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton Swimming Club achieves record success at Regional Championships - Shropshire Live
Market Drayton Swimming Club achieves record success at Regional Championships Shropshire Live
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton's Original Factory Shop goes up for sale amid restructuring plan - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton's Original Factory Shop goes up for sale amid restructuring plan Shropshire Star
Published on 26 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Firefighters called to remove 'fire risk' disposable barbecue left against side of building in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Firefighters called to remove 'fire risk' disposable barbecue left against side of building in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'It's sad, within 24 hours someone has damaged them again' - Anger after Market Drayton branding vandalised again - Shropshire Star
'It's sad, within 24 hours someone has damaged them again' - Anger after Market Drayton branding vandalised again Shropshire Star
Published on 19 May 2025 | 7:00 am
60-year-old Market Drayton man admits attempted sexual communication with children - Shropshire Star
60-year-old Market Drayton man admits attempted sexual communication with children Shropshire Star
Published on 17 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'Residents don't recognise Market Drayton anymore - I want to make people proud of it' says town's new mayor - Shropshire Star
'Residents don't recognise Market Drayton anymore - I want to make people proud of it' says town's new mayor Shropshire Star
Published on 17 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'Smoke and flames were coming through the windows' - Devastating blaze destroys Market Drayton bungalow - Shropshire Star
'Smoke and flames were coming through the windows' - Devastating blaze destroys Market Drayton bungalow Shropshire Star
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Multiple fire crews rush to blaze at bungalow near Market Drayton described as 'well alight' - Shropshire Star
Multiple fire crews rush to blaze at bungalow near Market Drayton described as 'well alight' Shropshire Star
Published on 15 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton Town Council given £50k for major refurb of vandal-hit toilet block - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton Town Council given £50k for major refurb of vandal-hit toilet block Shropshire Star
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Contents of refuse vehicle catch fire on A41 near Market Drayton - Shropshire Live
Contents of refuse vehicle catch fire on A41 near Market Drayton Shropshire Live
Published on 13 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Residents and businesses invited to launch of new initiative in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Residents and businesses invited to launch of new initiative in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 13 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'We are trying our best to improve the town but it’s very deflating' - Fury after Market Drayton branding vandalised - Shropshire Star
'We are trying our best to improve the town but it’s very deflating' - Fury after Market Drayton branding vandalised Shropshire Star
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Child locked in vehicle in Market Drayton released by firefighters - Shropshire Star
Child locked in vehicle in Market Drayton released by firefighters Shropshire Star
Published on 11 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Motorcyclist injured after collision on A53 near Market Drayton - Shropshire Live
Motorcyclist injured after collision on A53 near Market Drayton Shropshire Live
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Road closures planned for return of award-winning Market Drayton 10k - Shropshire Star
Road closures planned for return of award-winning Market Drayton 10k Shropshire Star
Published on 8 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'It needs to be commemorated and celebrated for what they achieved' - Market Drayton to unite and celebrate VE Day - Shropshire Star
'It needs to be commemorated and celebrated for what they achieved' - Market Drayton to unite and celebrate VE Day Shropshire Star
Published on 7 May 2025 | 7:00 am
First look inside new Market Drayton pub by Joule's Brewery that can be rented out for free - Shropshire Star
First look inside new Market Drayton pub by Joule's Brewery that can be rented out for free Shropshire Star
Published on 2 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Police step up patrols following Market Drayton drug dealing reports - Shropshire Live
Police step up patrols following Market Drayton drug dealing reports Shropshire Live
Published on 29 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Police drop probe into alleged vandalism of Reform UK banners near Market Drayton - here's why - Shropshire Star
Police drop probe into alleged vandalism of Reform UK banners near Market Drayton - here's why Shropshire Star
Published on 25 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Punch Pubs & Co Acquires The Crown Pub in Market Drayton - CLH News
Punch Pubs & Co Acquires The Crown Pub in Market Drayton CLH News
Published on 25 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Punch Pubs announces purchase of one of oldest pubs in Market Drayton - Express & Star
Punch Pubs announces purchase of one of oldest pubs in Market Drayton Express & Star
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Three-bedroom Market Drayton home to go under the hammer with low guide price next month - Shropshire Star
Three-bedroom Market Drayton home to go under the hammer with low guide price next month Shropshire Star
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
New events space in Market Drayton to become temporary home to beloved Joule's Brewery tap - Shropshire Star
New events space in Market Drayton to become temporary home to beloved Joule's Brewery tap Shropshire Star
Published on 23 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Müller to make significant investment to its Market Drayton facility as part of expansion - Shropshire Live
Müller to make significant investment to its Market Drayton facility as part of expansion Shropshire Live
Published on 23 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Dairy firm Müller given permission to expand Market Drayton site - BBC
Dairy firm Müller given permission to expand Market Drayton site BBC
Published on 22 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Expansion of Market Drayton yogurt factory will be 'great boost' to local economy says council - Shropshire Star
Expansion of Market Drayton yogurt factory will be 'great boost' to local economy says council Shropshire Star
Published on 22 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Series of events planned for VE Day in Market Drayton including special lunch for 80 over-80s - Shropshire Star
Series of events planned for VE Day in Market Drayton including special lunch for 80 over-80s Shropshire Star
Published on 21 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Width restriction proposed for Market Drayton road - BBC
Width restriction proposed for Market Drayton road BBC
Published on 20 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Width restriction planned for Market Drayton road to reduce chances of 'vehicles becoming stuck' - Shropshire Star
Width restriction planned for Market Drayton road to reduce chances of 'vehicles becoming stuck' Shropshire Star
Published on 20 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Woodland near Market Drayton featuring derelict 'chalet' goes up for sale - with low guide price - Shropshire Star
Woodland near Market Drayton featuring derelict 'chalet' goes up for sale - with low guide price Shropshire Star
Published on 19 April 2025 | 7:00 am
'It was an act of vandalism waiting to happen' - Abandoned rubbish-filled trailer destroyed in fire near Market Drayton prompts anger - Shropshire Star
'It was an act of vandalism waiting to happen' - Abandoned rubbish-filled trailer destroyed in fire near Market Drayton prompts anger Shropshire Star
Published on 18 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Planning for refurbishment of vandal-plagued toilet block in Market Drayton at 'advanced stage' - Shropshire Star
Planning for refurbishment of vandal-plagued toilet block in Market Drayton at 'advanced stage' Shropshire Star
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Shropshire: Large fire engulfs trailer full of waste in lay-by - BBC
Shropshire: Large fire engulfs trailer full of waste in lay-by BBC
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Market Drayton dairy depot sold to manufacturer for undisclosed sum - Shropshire Star
Former Market Drayton dairy depot sold to manufacturer for undisclosed sum Shropshire Star
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton man, 75, left stunned after scooping car, cash and holiday prize worth over £110,000 - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton man, 75, left stunned after scooping car, cash and holiday prize worth over £110,000 Shropshire Star
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
MP demands ‘proper funding’ for Market Drayton sports facilities - Shropshire Live
MP demands ‘proper funding’ for Market Drayton sports facilities Shropshire Live
Published on 4 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Work to impose speed reduction outside high school in Market Drayton scheduled to begin next week - Shropshire Star
Work to impose speed reduction outside high school in Market Drayton scheduled to begin next week Shropshire Star
Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Potholes and the high street a priority for Market Drayton voters - BBC
Potholes and the high street a priority for Market Drayton voters BBC
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
'An incredible honour': Family-run country house hotel in Market Drayton scoops prestigious title at West Midlands Tourism Awards - Shropshire Star
'An incredible honour': Family-run country house hotel in Market Drayton scoops prestigious title at West Midlands Tourism Awards Shropshire Star
Published on 25 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Firefighters rush to extinguish car ablaze on road in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Firefighters rush to extinguish car ablaze on road in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 19 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton residents invited to ask questions and share concerns at annual town meeting - Shropshire Star
Market Drayton residents invited to ask questions and share concerns at annual town meeting Shropshire Star
Published on 18 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Missing Market Drayton woman found safe after 17-day search - Shropshire Live
Missing Market Drayton woman found safe after 17-day search Shropshire Live
Published on 17 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Missing Market Drayton woman could be wild camping, police say - BBC
Missing Market Drayton woman could be wild camping, police say BBC
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Watch: Keeping Market Drayton's canal looking beautiful and clean come rain or shine - Shropshire Star
Watch: Keeping Market Drayton's canal looking beautiful and clean come rain or shine Shropshire Star
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Man arrested in Market Drayton after reports of person with a knife - Shropshire Star
Man arrested in Market Drayton after reports of person with a knife Shropshire Star
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
'We are here for the long haul, it is a long-term investment' - new department store opens in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
'We are here for the long haul, it is a long-term investment' - new department store opens in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 7 March 2025 | 8:00 am
'Market Drayton deserves it - it has been underfunded for years' - Clubs and groups respond after plans to transform sports facilities unveiled - Shropshire Star
'Market Drayton deserves it - it has been underfunded for years' - Clubs and groups respond after plans to transform sports facilities unveiled Shropshire Star
Published on 28 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Land with permission for traveller site in Market Drayton to go up for auction - Shropshire Star
Land with permission for traveller site in Market Drayton to go up for auction Shropshire Star
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Grand plans to improve sporting facilities in Market Drayton at Greenfields and The Grove School unveiled - Shropshire Star
Grand plans to improve sporting facilities in Market Drayton at Greenfields and The Grove School unveiled Shropshire Star
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
New bus service set to link northeast Shropshire with Princess Royal hospital - Shropshire Council Newsroom
New bus service set to link northeast Shropshire with Princess Royal hospital Shropshire Council Newsroom
Published on 26 February 2025 | 8:00 am
New bus service connecting Whitchurch, Market Drayton, Princess Royal Hospital and Wellington could be up and running soon - Shropshire Star
New bus service connecting Whitchurch, Market Drayton, Princess Royal Hospital and Wellington could be up and running soon Shropshire Star
Published on 26 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton crash: Dad killed by soldier who had '10 lagers' - BBC
Market Drayton crash: Dad killed by soldier who had '10 lagers' BBC
Published on 20 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Closure planned for town centre road in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Closure planned for town centre road in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 19 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Firefighters called to Market Drayton property after leak affects electrics - Shropshire Star
Firefighters called to Market Drayton property after leak affects electrics Shropshire Star
Published on 12 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Boyes set to bring variety and value to Market Drayton - Shropshire Live
Boyes set to bring variety and value to Market Drayton Shropshire Live
Published on 31 January 2025 | 8:00 am
New discount fashion, homewares and DIY store opening inside former Market Drayton Wilkos - here's when - Shropshire Star
New discount fashion, homewares and DIY store opening inside former Market Drayton Wilkos - here's when Shropshire Star
Published on 31 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton to have new banking hub as NatWest announce branch closure - Shropshire Live
Market Drayton to have new banking hub as NatWest announce branch closure Shropshire Live
Published on 27 January 2025 | 8:00 am
New banking hub to be set up in Market Drayton after announcement that NatWest branch will close - Shropshire Star
New banking hub to be set up in Market Drayton after announcement that NatWest branch will close Shropshire Star
Published on 26 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Work begins to transform Market Drayton play park with state-of-the-art equipment after £50,000 investment - Shropshire Star
Work begins to transform Market Drayton play park with state-of-the-art equipment after £50,000 investment Shropshire Star
Published on 23 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton: Market traders 'thrilled' with award shortlist - BBC
Market Drayton: Market traders 'thrilled' with award shortlist BBC
Published on 8 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Red Bank Road, Market Drayton to close for maintenance work - Shropshire Council Newsroom
Red Bank Road, Market Drayton to close for maintenance work Shropshire Council Newsroom
Published on 3 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton A529 resurfacing work set to start - BBC
Market Drayton A529 resurfacing work set to start BBC
Published on 26 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton shop arson suspects hunted by police - BBC
Market Drayton shop arson suspects hunted by police BBC
Published on 19 December 2024 | 8:00 am
A529 in Market Drayton to be resurfaced in January - Shropshire Council Newsroom
A529 in Market Drayton to be resurfaced in January Shropshire Council Newsroom
Published on 19 December 2024 | 8:00 am
New bus service could connect Market Drayton with Whitchurch and Wellington next year - councillor - Shropshire Star
New bus service could connect Market Drayton with Whitchurch and Wellington next year - councillor Shropshire Star
Published on 16 December 2024 | 8:00 am
New children’s daycare centre to open in Market Drayton - Shropshire Live
New children’s daycare centre to open in Market Drayton Shropshire Live
Published on 15 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Empty former offices in Market Drayton could become flats - BBC
Empty former offices in Market Drayton could become flats BBC
Published on 12 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Further safety work to be carried out on A529 in Market Drayton - Shropshire Council Newsroom
Further safety work to be carried out on A529 in Market Drayton Shropshire Council Newsroom
Published on 10 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Market Drayton to Shrewsbury bus service to run more frequently from 5 October - Shropshire Council Newsroom
Market Drayton to Shrewsbury bus service to run more frequently from 5 October Shropshire Council Newsroom
Published on 23 September 2024 | 7:00 am