The Advertiser has once again opened its archives to see what was making the news this week 25, 50 and 100 years. 25 years ago – August 6, 1999 Work has started on the first stage of a £686,450 scheme to repave Newark Market Place. The first stage covers an 850sq metre section at the Midland Bank end of the Market Place. Hard-wearing. non-slip porphyry setts a type of granite in different colours will be laid in a fan design. The setts should be more comfortable to walk on than the present surface and make it easier for disabled people and those pushing prams • Plans to expand the Wilkinson’s …