Hunslet, Beeston, Belle Isle, Middleton, Morley, Churwell, Rothwell and Tingley are all featured in this rewind to 1997, 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: 26 photos to take you back to south Leeds in 1996 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
43. Tingley in 1997
Walter Townend at the site of memorial at Tingley in March 1997 put up in honour of seven airmen who died in Halifax bomber crash 52 years ago in the surburb. Photo: Peter Thacker
44. Hunslet in 1997
Hunslet Old Boys who played in the Yorkshire Old Boys League pictured in October 1997. Back row, from left, are Richard Kirwin, Graham Andrews, Paul Thorpe, Neil Fox, Gavin Rhodes, Paul Lockey and Loz Cromack. Front rwo, from left, are Steve Johnson, Chris Mabbott, Dean Duncan, Carl Sharman (captain), Steve Edwards and Simon Tetley. Photo: Peter Thacker
45. Morley in 1997
Morley AFC who played in Division 1 of West Yorkshire County Amateur League pictured in September 1997. Back row, from left, are Terry Brockman (manager), Terry Campbell, Andy Scott, Des Macorison, Craig Johnson and Adrian Aveyard. Front row, from left, are Kevin Gough, Simon Phillips ( correct), Dave Griffiths, Nat Daniel, Chris Squires, Robert Sayer and Jason Kirk. Photo: Mike Cowling
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