Retail giant Harvey Nichols launched a special charity auction in aid of the RSPCA through special window displays. And helping promote the fundraising drive was Harry who is pictured with RSPCA animal care assistant Tracy Girt and store general manager Ian McCandlish. This was Leeds in September 1997, a month which also featured a Leeds United legend in the recording studio, a home grown Coronation Street star at St James's Hospital to open a new breast cancer unit and a funding boost for the City Varieties. Enjoy these photos, plucked from the YEP archive, showcasing 30 days in the life of your Leeds. READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Leeds in September 1997
Leeds United goalkeeper Nigel Martyn signed a three year deal with Adidas. Photo: James Hardisty
8. Leeds in September 1997
The City Varieties was celebrating after receiving funding from the National Lottery. Pictured, from let, is Coun Bernard Atha, chair of the Varieties board and general manager Peter Sandeman. Photo: James Hardisty
9. Leeds in September 1997
Coronation Street star Liz Dawn was at St James's Hospital to open a new breast cancer unit. She is picured with Jayne Ronkowski who designed a breast awareness campaign logo. Photo: Keith Lawson
10. Leeds in September 1997
Yorkshire cricketer Darren Gough officially opened of Barwick in Elmet cricket club's new pavilion. Pictured is club president David Hall CBE next to the plaque. Photo: James Hardisty
11. Leeds in September 1997
Oasis star Noel Gallagher was pictured out shopping on Briggate in Leeds city centre with his wife Meg, right. Photo: Mel Hulme
12. Leeds in September 1997
Mark Radcliffe (left) and Marc "Lard" Riley broadcast their Radio 1 show from the BBC car park on Woodhouse Lane. Photo: Roy Fox