Join us as we take a trip down memory lane to reminisce about what was happening in Dumbarton a decade ago.

We have delved into the Reporter’s archives to pick out some stories from our edition published on Tuesday, August 6, 2013.

Do you remember these stories or spot any familiar faces?

1. Fun-packed gala day lifted spirits in Milton

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Families got their face painted at the fun gala dayFamilies got their face painted at the fun gala day (Image: Newsquest)

Families enjoyed many different activities at the Milton Hall Gala Day. Many people enjoyed face painting, a bouncy castle and a variety of stalls which were all on offer, with free rides for children, including pony rides, and the fair.

2. Graham stepped up to Dumbarton's High Street fight

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Businessman Graham joined the fight for Dumbarton's High StreetBusinessman Graham joined the fight for Dumbarton's High Street (Image: Newsquest)

A Dumbarton businessman called for shops, residents and the council to join together to help reinvigorate the town centre.

Graham Alexander, who helped run Jardine’s Carpets on the High Street, made the call after stepping into the shoes of Robert Ryan, who left Ryan’s Pet Centre and his role in the Dumbarton for Business group.

3. Veterans helped ex-soldiers find a new future in the Vale

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Former military veterans Gary and Paul are helping ex-servicemen build a new career Former military veterans Gary and Paul are helping ex-servicemen build a new career (Image: Newsquest)

Military veterans Gary McLaughlin (left) and Paul Muir (right), who ran a Vale-based private security firm, used their own experience to find work and training for other ex-service personnel.

4. Children invited to get active at the Meadow Centre

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Young children enjoyed their time playing with toys and on the bouncy castleYoung children enjoyed their time playing with toys and on the bouncy castle (Image: Newsquest)

The Meadow Centre was transformed into a fun factory as children were invited to take part in summer activities.

There were bouncy castles, races and team activities for children from across the area. The sessions were organised by West Dunbartonshire Leisure and Sportscotland’s Active Schools initiative.

5. National Park Rangers celebrated a special anniversary

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Representatives from the Scottish Countryside Ranger Association marked the special occasion Representatives from the Scottish Countryside Ranger Association marked the special occasion (Image: Newsquest)

It was 21 years since a simple handshake led to the establishment of the International Ranger Federation on the shores of Loch Lomond in 1991.

Members were joined by representatives from the Scottish Countryside Ranger Association to mark the occasion.

6. Dumbarton friends completed run for cancer charity

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: The friends completed the run for charityThe friends completed the run for charity (Image: Newsquest)

A group of friends from Dumbarton raised £1,500 for Cancer Support Scotland after taking part in the Big Fun Run at Bellahouston Park in Glasgow.