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Man jailed after £800 shoplifting spree at Boots and B&M in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Man jailed after £800 shoplifting spree at Boots and B&M in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 18 June 2025 | 3:12 pm
Bishop of Shrewsbury visits North Shropshire town to make final piece of cemetery land suitable for Christian burials - Shropshire Star
Bishop of Shrewsbury visits North Shropshire town to make final piece of cemetery land suitable for Christian burials Shropshire Star
Published on 18 June 2025 | 10:37 am
12 death notices in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire this week - Stoke on Trent Live
12 death notices in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire this week Stoke on Trent Live
Published on 18 June 2025 | 5:30 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
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
Young driver taken to hospital after car crashes into wooden barn on Staffordshire/Shropshire border - Shropshire Star
Young driver taken to hospital after car crashes into wooden barn on Staffordshire/Shropshire border Shropshire Star
Published on 14 June 2025 | 10:36 am
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 | 5:00 am
I visited a buzzy Shropshire market town where people travel from miles away for history, beer and biscuits - Shropshire Star
I visited a buzzy Shropshire market town where people travel from miles away for history, beer and biscuits Shropshire Star
Published on 11 June 2025 | 5:00 am
Grab a bargain book at Market Drayton library's mega book sale - Shropshire Star
Grab a bargain book at Market Drayton library's mega book sale Shropshire Star
Published on 11 June 2025 | 5:00 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
Blaze at Market Drayton church being 'treated as arson' - Shropshire Star
Blaze at Market Drayton church being 'treated as arson' Shropshire Star
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
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 | 5:00 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
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
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
'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 | 5:00 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
'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'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
'Leaders plan valuable learning experiences' - Market Drayton nursery upgraded from 'inadequate' by Ofsted - Shropshire Star
'Leaders plan valuable learning experiences' - Market Drayton nursery upgraded from 'inadequate' by Ofsted Shropshire Star
Published on 23 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
'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
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
'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
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
Bin lorry fire closes A41 near Whitchurch and Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Bin lorry fire closes A41 near Whitchurch and Market Drayton Shropshire Star
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
'One of the best!' Scorching success for Market Drayton 10k as more than 1,300 runners take to town's streets - Shropshire Star
'One of the best!' Scorching success for Market Drayton 10k as more than 1,300 runners take to town's streets 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
Severn Trent apology after Market Drayton residents experience poor water pressure - Shropshire Star
Severn Trent apology after Market Drayton residents experience poor water pressure Shropshire Star
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Punch Pubs acquires The Crown in Market Drayton - Pub & Bar
Punch Pubs acquires The Crown in Market Drayton Pub & Bar
Published on 28 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Preparations for Christmas celebrations continue in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Preparations for Christmas celebrations continue in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
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
'Our town continues to grow' - Market Drayton mayor thanks councillors at final meeting before election - Shropshire Star
'Our town continues to grow' - Market Drayton mayor thanks councillors at final meeting before election Shropshire Star
Published on 15 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
Delight for civic leaders as 'overdue' roadworks begin in Market Drayton - but more needs to be done - Shropshire Star
Delight for civic leaders as 'overdue' roadworks begin in Market Drayton - but more needs to be done Shropshire Star
Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:00 am
New hair and beauty salon opens in Market Drayton - Shropshire Live
New hair and beauty salon opens in Market Drayton Shropshire Live
Published on 1 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
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
Police appeal for help to find missing Market Drayton woman last seen on Wednesday - Shropshire Star
Police appeal for help to find missing Market Drayton woman last seen on Wednesday Shropshire Star
Published on 1 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 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
Councillors unanimously back 'fantastic' Market Drayton Muller factory redevelopment - Shropshire Star
Councillors unanimously back 'fantastic' Market Drayton Muller factory redevelopment Shropshire Star
Published on 26 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
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
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
Toilets in Market Drayton trashed yet again leaving furious councillors counting costs - Shropshire Star
Toilets in Market Drayton trashed yet again leaving furious councillors counting costs Shropshire Star
Published on 11 February 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
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
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
New Morrisons Daily store opens its doors in Market Drayton town centre - Shropshire Star
New Morrisons Daily store opens its doors in Market Drayton town centre Shropshire Star
Published on 22 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Market Drayton residents urge Shropshire Council to fix potholes - BBC
Market Drayton residents urge Shropshire Council to fix potholes BBC
Published on 21 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Former Market Drayton social club could become four-bed family home - Shropshire Star
Former Market Drayton social club could become four-bed family home Shropshire Star
Published on 16 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Seven new homes planned for 'underutilised agricultural land' in Market Drayton - Shropshire Star
Seven new homes planned for 'underutilised agricultural land' in Market Drayton Shropshire Star
Published on 13 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
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
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
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
Falklands veterans share stories with Market Drayton pupils - BBC
Falklands veterans share stories with Market Drayton pupils BBC
Published on 7 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