Monday, 6th February 2012

Latest Market Drayton stories

Parking permits among ideas at packed meeting

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Residents, traders and politicians have all expressed optimism after a public meeting to discuss car parking charges in Market Drayton.

Mum’s anger as dog bites son, 3

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A Market Drayton mother-of-two is outraged this week after her three-year-old son was bitten in the face by a dog.

Soldiers to be honoured by town

Market Drayton-based soldiers are set to receive the town’s highest honour after councillors agreed to host a celebration event next year.

Karate coach jailed for abuse of pupils

A well-respected former Shropshire karate coach and pub landlord has been jailed for 10 years for sexually abusing two young boys.

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Residents bid to re-open centre

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A group of Market Drayton residents have joined forces in an effort to reopen the Little Drayton Community Centre.

Riders saddle up for annual event

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The breathtaking north Shropshire countryside is waiting for hundreds of horses and riders taking part in this year’s Norton in Hales Fun Ride.

Mum gets a taste of dream magazine job

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A Market Drayton full-time mother of five experienced three days in her dream job – after winning a magazine competition.

Enemies at gate in estates row

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A metal gate described as “Market Drayton’s Berlin Wall” has caused huge controversy on a town centre estate after it was put up anonymously this week.

Governors axed in time for new term

Audlem St James Primary School will be under new management when children return to their classrooms next week.

Muscle bound Eddie is strongest man

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Market Drayton muscle man and mechanic Eddie Hall has been officially crowned the strongest man in Britain.