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
25. Middleton
Sixth form pupil Simone Lowry works on her transport mural at Middleton Park High in December 1998. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
26. Hunslet
Pop star Sean Conlon visited South Leeds Stadium in March 1998 to kick off the Hunslet Hawks clash against Leigh. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
27. Morley
Lollipop lady Kate Stone who helped pupils cross the road outside Victoria Primary was celebrating in February 1998 after winning a 12 month extension to her contract after a campaign from parents and pupils at the school to keep her on. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
28. Middleton
YTV weather girl Debbie Lindley takes evasive action at the launch of Play Tennis 98 at South Leeds Tennis Centre in Middleton in May 1998. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
29. Morley
An illuminating sight. Morley Christmas lights in November 1998. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson
30. South Leeds
Scouts from the 8th South Leeds (Carlton Group) during a visit to the Comet Customer Service Centre in Leeds in March 1998. The retailer was sponsoring the Scout Electronics Badge and distributing training packs for every Scout Group in the UK. Pictured, from left, are Holly Peters, Chris Brown, Vikki Patterson and quality assurance manager Stewart Price. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd