Beeston, Hunslet, Middleton, Belle Isle, Morley, Churwell, Gildersome, Drighlington, Tingley and Rothwell are all featured in this rewind to 1998, a year in community-spirit burned bright. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, feature shops, pubs, restaurants, sports teams as well as a raft of familiar faces and stories making the news during the 12 months. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Beeston
Melissa Knowles and friends enjoy the second annual children's day at Beeston Primary School in June 1998. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
14. South Leeds
Youngsters took part in 'Spartrack' at South Leeds Stadium in August 1998. It was a nationwide initiative to encourage children to become involved in athletics. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
15. Beeston
Pupils at Beeston Primary School were preparing to stage Alice in Wonderland in July 1998. Pictured are Rebecca Rawson (Alice), Danielle Schofield (The Cheshire Cat), Liam Smith (The Mad Hatter) and Craig Dinnewell (The White Rabbit). | Charles Knight Photo: Charles Knight
16. Rothwell
Rothwell Athletic, who played in the West Yorkshire League, in February 1998. Pictured, back row from left, are Iain Kitchen (assistant manager), Paul Kaye, Stuart Baldwin, Tim Lowe, Chris Dews, Paul Kelly, Simon Portrey, Dave Amman and Alan Hunt (manager). Front row, from left, are Phil Wilson, John Sweeney, Peter Thornton, Phil Hart, Ian Boardman and Dave Ward. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
17. Morley
Winning smiles from Duane Percival, and Gary Woolven of Morley Mercantile after they had scored the goals in the 2-0 victory against Horse and Groom in the Leeds Combination League in April 1998. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
18. South Leeds
Power lifters at South Leeds Sports Centre in February 1998. Pictured, from left, are Paul Raynolds, Nick Galley, Lori Baranyi, Dave Carter, Steve Baranyi and Simon Dawes. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding