It brings together 12 months in the life of the city and the communities it serves during 1996, a year in which Wakey looked to the future thanks to thew opening of Europort. These images plucked from the YEP archive showcase local landmarks as well as familiar faces and local news stories making the headlines throughout the year. READ MORE: 14 photos to take you back to Wakefield in 2001
. Wakefield in 1996
Enjoy these photo memories celebrating a year in the life of Wakefield in 1996. Is this a city you remember? PIC: Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson
. Wakefield in 1996
Wishey and Washey, alias 'The Brothers Grinn' Adrian Kennedy (right) and Lee Chapman, from Aladdin at Wakefield's Theatre Royal, meet up with two real life PCs Tony Surgey and Linda Christie . Photo: Bruce Rollinson
. Wakefield in 1996
Wakefield Youth Symphony Orchestra and Wakefield Youth Choir in practice at Manygates Education Centre in November 1996. Photo: Justin Llloyd
. Wakefield in 1996
The Bishop of Wakefield, The Rt. Revd. Nigel McCulloch, in a composite picture with his likeness in stone in the south end exterior of the Chantry Chapel. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
. Wakefield in 1996
Inside The Gallery, a fitness gym and leisure complex, at White Horse Yard in Wakefield. Photo: Peter Thacker
. Wakefield in 1996
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? The Royale Cantonese restaurant at Lofthouse. Photo: Roy Fox
. Wakefield in 1996
This is head chef, Sam, of Drakes restaurant at Newmillerdam pictured in January 1996. Photo: Giles Rocholl
. Wakefield in 1996
Youngsters at Newton Hill Junior and Infants School prepare their conservation area. Pictured, from left, Anton Scoones, Hannah Jennens and Mark Applegarth. Photo: Steve Riding
. Wakefield in 1996
A poundstretcher event at Wakefield District College aimed to show how to save money. Students - including Colette Agus (left) and Karen Whittaker - were challenged to find clothing outfits for less than £10 from charity shops. Photo: Roy Fox
. Wakefield in 1996
Pictured is former Northern Ballet dancer Graciela Kaplan demonstrating her dancing skills at workshops held at the Thornes Centre in January 1996. Photo: Mel Hulme
. Wakefield in 1996
Self taught cross stitch artist Jonathan Black with his picture of Wakefield Town Hall which was to be presented to the Mayor of Wakefield. Photo: Peter Thacker
. Wakefield in 1996
Snooker star Stephen Hendry was at the Sweater Shop in Wakefield to sign autographs and meet fans. Young James Cross seemed a little less than impressed with his birthday treat. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
. Wakefield in 1996
The opoening of Wakefield Europort in January 1996. Photo: Steve Riding
. Wakefield in 1996
Poet Terry Caffrey (centre) pictured during part of a physical theatre workshop based on 'power and status' at Flanshaw Education Centre in Wakefield. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
. Wakefield in 1996
This team of disabled wheelchair athletes who train at the Spinal Injuries Centre at Pinderfields Hospital were bound for Bangladesh. Photo: Peter Thacker
. Wakefield in 1996
Three of the cast of 'Elizabeth Jigs' being staged by students of Bretton Hall. Pictured, from left, are Adam Richards, Claire Usher and Richard Slack during a break in rehearsals. Photo: Mel Hulme
1. Wakefield in 1996
Wishey and Washey, alias 'The Brothers Grinn' Adrian Kennedy (right) and Lee Chapman, from Aladdin at Wakefield's Theatre Royal, meet up with two real life PCs Tony Surgey and Linda Christie . Photo: Bruce Rollinson
2. Wakefield in 1996
Wakefield Youth Symphony Orchestra and Wakefield Youth Choir in practice at Manygates Education Centre in November 1996. Photo: Justin Llloyd
3. Wakefield in 1996
The Bishop of Wakefield, The Rt. Revd. Nigel McCulloch, in a composite picture with his likeness in stone in the south end exterior of the Chantry Chapel. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
4. Wakefield in 1996
Inside The Gallery, a fitness gym and leisure complex, at White Horse Yard in Wakefield. Photo: Peter Thacker
5. Wakefield in 1996
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? The Royale Cantonese restaurant at Lofthouse. Photo: Roy Fox
6. Wakefield in 1996
This is head chef, Sam, of Drakes restaurant at Newmillerdam pictured in January 1996. Photo: Giles Rocholl