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
13. 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. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
14. Wakefield in 1996
The opening of Wakefield Europort in January 1996. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
15. 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. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
16. Wakefield in 1996
This team of disabled wheelchair athletes who train at the Spinal Injuries Centre at Pinderfields Hospital were bound for Bangladesh. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
17. 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. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
18. Wakefield in 1996
Michael Taylor, left, and Terry Rigg, community fundraiser for Wakefield Hospice with boxing gloves signed by Frank Bruno and Lennox Lewis. | Giles Rocholl Photo: Giles Rocholl