Join us as we take a trip down memory lane to reminisce about what happened 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 27, 2013.

Do you remember these stories or spot any familiar faces?

1. Talented team of Highland Dancers entertained crowds in Loch Lomond

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: The girls raised £260 for charityThe girls raised £260 for charity (Image: Newsquest)

A team of talented young Highland dancers kept the Great Scottish Swim crowds entertained. The colourful group, from Sandra Lees School of Dance in Jamestown, delighted the thousands of visitors to Loch Lomond Shores.

2. A Balloch children's hospice congratulates the Maids

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: The woman swam Loch Lomond without wet suitsThe woman swam Loch Lomond without wet suits (Image: Newsquest)

Children's Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) sent its congratulations to the “Maids of the Loch” swimmers after they raised nearly £7,000 by swimming 24 miles in Loch Lomond.

The six-strong team of Emma Cummings, Lesley Serpell, Linda Wilson, Morag Scott, Mary Connolly and Maria Dye swam from Ardlui to Balloch without wet suits.

3. A special report of a first look inside the new Dumbarton Academy 

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Pupils share their experiences of their new school Pupils share their experiences of their new school (Image: Newsquest)

The new Dumbarton Academy building is a school pupils, staff and parents can be proud of, according to its head teacher.

The £15.5 million facilities included a fitness trail, 57 state-of-the-art classrooms, three floodlit sports pitches, and a ‘Walk of Life’ timeline, and had been described as a school to be envied.

4. Former Prime Minister visited the Bonnie Banks 

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: David Cameron made a pit stop in Loch LomondDavid Cameron made a pit stop in Loch Lomond (Image: Newsquest)

Former Prime Minister David Cameron dropped in on the Bonnie Banks while en route to his holiday in Jura. Mr Cameron attended a Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party reception at the Lodge on the Loch Hotel in Luss.

5. Crowds bounce to bumper gala in Bellsmyre

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Kids got their face painted at the gala dayKids got their face painted at the gala day (Image: Newsquest)

Over 200 people turned out for the event which inspired organisers at the Bellsmyre Development Trust to make the 2014 gala bigger and better.

Attractions included an inflatable obstacle course, flower arranging, and face-painting alongside the usual array of performances, stalls, and tasty treats.

6. Brides-to-be descended to Loch Lomond to get inspired

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: The Loch Lomond wedding show was a successThe Loch Lomond wedding show was a success (Image: Newsquest)

Brides-to-be descended on the Bonnie Banks as they attended the Loch Lomond Wedding show.

Excited ladies, and the occasional gent, travelled from all over the country and were inspired by an array of wedding ideas from flowers and cars to bridal make-up at the Duck Bay Marina Hotel.