These were just two snapshots from the year that was 2003 in Leeds city centre.
Here, the YEP looks back through our archives at the city centre for another unforgettable year in Leeds.
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7. Leeds in 2003
Youngsters from Sikh Inspiration, Khalsa School, gather before parading into Leeds city centre, as the Sikh community celebrates Vaisakhi, pictured on April 12, 2003. Photo: James Hardisty
8. Leeds in 2003
Students gather at the Millenium Square in Leeds city centre for a rally to protest against student debt. Pyro Project pictured live in stage, in March, 2003. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
9. Leeds in 2003
Leeds United player Lamine Sakho launches a new united computer game at the club's city centre store, on October 9, 2003. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
10. Leeds in 2003
Youngsters carrying multi-coloured flags, taking part in the St Patrick's Day parade through Leeds city centre on March 16, 2003. Photo: Gary Longbottom
11. Leeds in 2003
The Leeds Marathon gets under way in Leeds city centre on May 11, 2003. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
12. Leeds in 2003
The starting line of the Leeds Marathon in Leeds city centre on May 11, 2003. Photo: Dan Oxtoby