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 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Churwell
Churwell Amateur RL team, pictured before leaving for their trip to Dublin in Match 1997. On the left is coach Tony Wainwright. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
20. Middleton
Pupils at Middleton High School were taking part in a summer school literacy project. Pictured, from left, are Heidi Conlon, Elanne Hellas and Sophie Light. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
21. Rothwell
Did you enjoy a drink in here back in the day? John O'Gaunts on Leeds Road pictured in June 1997. | Richard Hainsworth Photo: Richard Hainsworth
22. Morley
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. | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling
23. Middleton
Jamesinna Watt, left, and Gayle Hughes of Westwood Primary School look at a book on Middleton as part of their class's 'old Middleton project' in June 1997. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
24. Beeston
Dog bins were put up in Pocket Park in February 1997. Councillor Angela Gabriel is pictured with Amreen Khan and Ryan Buttle trying out the new bin. | Peter Langford Photo: Peter Langford