Middleton, Beeston, Morley, Rothwell, Tingley, Belle Isle and Hunslet are all featured in this trip down memory lane to 1996, a year in which 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: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Rothwell
Do you remember Melanie Sefton pictured in July 1996? She ran a pet taxi service from Marsh Street in Rothwell. Taking a ride are, Misty, left, and Scallywag. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
20. Belle Isle
Fun fair was held at the Belle Isle pub car park in October 1996. Pictured is Aaron Dunn, a pupil at Broomfield Special School. . | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
21. Rothwell
Kids having their fingerprints taken at Rothwell Library by community constables in April 1996. Pictured, from left, are Philip Wylie, Hayley Mann, Josie Bennett, PC Richard Heslop and PC Alison Bradshaw. | Keith Allison Photo: Keith Allison
22. Rothwell
Head teacher Kevin Jones surveys fire damage to the school hall at Royds School in December 1996. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
23. Middleton
Successful sports teams at Middleton St Mary's School pictured in April 1996. | Keith Allison Photo: Keith Allison
24. Hunslet
Hunslet Hawks ball boys watch the team warm up prior to their game against Bramley at the new South Leeds Stadium in January 1996. Pictured, from left, are Simon Bradshaw, Scott Aitken, Amir Benatmane, Tim Dykes, Chris Sanderson, Karl Bradshaw and Scott Morgan. | Giles Rocholl Photo: Giles Rocholl