The town became a regional capital and retained that status since.

During times when bridge could not be leased, the town retained control.

The town also retains its weekly market which is held every Monday and dates back to 1253.

Although it has become more developed and modern in recent years, the town retains some of its 19th-century Victorian feel.

Today the town retains a high school, stores, and homes.

The town retains many houses built in the late eighteenth century.

The town still retains the open space of the triangular park at its heart.

The battle lasted many years until in 1910 won the villagers and the town retained the old name.

By keeping this Indian word, the town has retained a unique name for itself.

The town has retained much of its culture until the late sixties when electricity was introduced.