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'Residents don't recognise Market Drayton anymore - I want to make people proud of it' says town's new mayor

The new mayor of Market Drayton has spoken of his "honour" to take on the role and has set out his key priorities in the town.

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The new mayor of Market Drayton, Tim Manton.

Two firefighters retrieve equipment from a fire engine

County firefighters express condolences after 'colleagues' die in Oxfordshire RAF blaze

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Shrewsbury Crown Court

60-year-old Market Drayton man admits attempted sexual communication with children

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Photo: Market Drayton fire station

'Smoke and flames were coming through the windows' - Devastating blaze destroys Market Drayton bungalow

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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Multiple fire crews rush to blaze at bungalow near Market Drayton described as 'well alight'

Nicholas Peacock

Disgraced former PC jailed for inappropriate relationship is told he can never work in policing again

The Queens, Ludlow. Photo: The Queens/Google

Nine of the best restaurants and pubs with outdoor seating to make the most of the Spring sun

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'Residents don't recognise Market Drayton anymore - I want to make people proud of it' says town's new mayor

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The land in Market Drayton is for sale with a guide price of £80,000. Picture: Rightmove/Barbers Rural Consultancy LLP.

Large plot of agricultural land in North Shropshire hits the market

Paul and Sharon Butler pictured with host of the Pro Landscaper Business Awards, Rachel De Thame from Gardener’s World.

Shropshire landscaping company recognised at prestigious awards

Proposed plans for Towers Lawn public toilets that have been decided by Market Drayton Town Council. Picture: Market Drayton Town Council.

Market Drayton Town Council given £50k for major refurb of vandal-hit toilet block

Bin lorry fire closes A41 near Whitchurch and Market Drayton

Market Drayton RBL's 80 over 80s on the 80th Anniversary of VE Day event.

80 over 80s enjoy celebratory lunch at Market Drayton Royal British Legion to mark VE Day

Residents and businesses invited to launch of new initiative in Market Drayton

Wollerton United Reform Church (Google)

Plan to convert remote north Shropshire church into 'house and retail store' is refused

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Banners have been vandalised in Market Drayton.

'We are trying our best to improve the town but it’s very deflating' - Fury after Market Drayton branding vandalised

More than 1,300 runners took part in the race.

'One of the best!' Scorching success for Market Drayton 10k as more than 1,300 runners take to town's streets

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Child locked in vehicle in Market Drayton released by firefighters

About Market Drayton

In 1245 King Henry III granted a charter for a weekly Wednesday market, giving Market Drayton its current name. The market is still held every Wednesday and attracts residents from all over Shropshire. The town is also home to Muller dairy and sausage maker Palethorpe's bakery.