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The Advertiser has opened its archives to see what was making the news this week 25, 50 and 100 years ago. 25 years – April 30, 1999 ABOVE: Around 40 youngsters met at Balderton Lake to take part in a litter picking challenge organised by Nottinghamshire County Council’s youth services. The youngsters wanted to improve the environment. They worked in teams of five and the group that bagged the most rubbish won a trophy. • Crowds gathered in Newark Market Place to see the 3rd Battalion, The Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment, parade for the last time. The Queen’s Colour was carried …

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