Here we take a look back at what was going on in the town in 2008, 2009 and 2010 with our photos showing some of the faces involved in many activities.
Take a look and see if you recognise anyone or they bring back any memories for you…
7. Festival
Little Eleanor Martin strokes a giant pig at the 2008 Pontefract Liquorice Festival. Photo: s
8. Sweet treat
July 2008 - Chris Downing with his liquorice at the Pontefract Liquorice Festival Photo: s
9. Protest
Parishoners and locals protest over the proposed 2008 closure of Holy Family Church on the Cheqeurfield estate. Photo: s
10. Results day
August 2008. Pupils at Pontefract New College with their A Level results. From the left, Michael Smith, James Moore, Richard Farrar and Marcus Armitage. Photo: s
11. School fire
Firefighters dowsing down the wreckage after the fire at Carelton High School, Pontefract in October 2008. Photo: s
12. Wakefield's Jane
March 2009 - Jane McDonald officially opens the new school buildings at Orchard Head Junior and Infants School, Pontefract Photo: s