Gildersome and Drighlington are separated by just one mile along the A58 yet remain fiercely independent and proud in their own right. This gallery, using images plucked from the YEP archive, turn back the clock to the 1990s. They showcase community pride as well as local sporting prowess, charity, school life and those stories making the news headlines from back in the day. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Drighlington in the 1990s
This is Driglington's Michael Pollard who paid nearly £3,000 to a company to flag his patio. Three months later pictured in January 1998 he was still waiting. Photo: Mel Hulme
14. Drighlington in the 1990s
Rachel Starkey was queen for a day at Drighlington Gala in July 1996. Photo: Roy Fox
15. Gildersome in the 1990s
Gildersome CC opening bowler Mohammed Javed in action against Gomersal during the Central Yorkshire League-Division One clash in May 1997. Photo: Mel Hulme
16. Gildersome in the 1990s
The North of England Karate Association Championship at Morley was won by 12-year-old white belt Gareth Hunt from Gildersome. He defeated a black belt to take the trophy. Photo: Peter Thacker
17. Gildersome in the 1990s
Disgruntled workers at The Digital Page and Printing Company in Gildersome were waiting to hear about the future of their jobs in January 1998. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
18. Gildersome in the 1990s
The 4th (Gildersome) Beavers Cubs and Scouts Group raise three cheers for Arncliffe Homes who have provided new outdoor kit for their camps in October 1999. Photo: Third Party