Cross Gates, Garforth, Kippax, Methley, Seacroft and Swillington are all featured in this rewind to 1996, 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: Memories of lost Leeds pubs in Seacroft, Swarcliffe and Whinmoor LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Kippax
Kippax North Primary School held a Victorian day in July 1996. Pictured posy making are Sally Hickman and Sadie Biggs. | Peter Langford Photo: Peter Langford
20. Seacroft
This is Simon Kay on air at Seacroft Hospital in November 1996. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
21. Garforth
This is Davie Hare who was banned from Garforth Community College for his haircut in November 1996. | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling
22. Crossgates
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? The East India restaurant pictured in October 1996. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
23. Seacroft
Do you remember Debra Rhodes? She was landlady of Staging Post pub. Pictured in December 1996. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
24. Seacroft
October 1996 and Seacroft Library held 'Inform', a two day event organised by Leeds Library and Information Service, aimed at highlighting information resources in the city. Pictured are jobseekers Victor Edwards (left) and Alan Hood (right), both members of Seacroft Jobs Club. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox