Beeston, Tingley, Morley Rothwell, Hunslet, Gildersome, Middleton and Drighlington are all featured in this rewind to 2000 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: 44 photos to take you back to south Leeds in 1999 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
32. Hunslet
Alan Lowther, right, receives a Station Commanders Letter of Appreciation in June 2000 for saving the lives of three people in a house fire. He is pictured with Keith Robinson, assistant divisional officer of Hunslet Fire Station and other firefighters. | Emma Nichols Photo: Emma Nichols
33. Hunslet
Coun Brian Walker, left, meets some of the Lynbar Majorettes after handing over a cheque for £1,000 to help secure a place at the prestigious European Marjorette Championships in the city of Preerov in the Czech Republic. Pictured, from left, are Claire Faubert, Donna Broadbent and Levi Tomlinson. | YPN Photo: YPN
34. Hunslet
Hunslet Supporters Club members outside the Sun Pub who were going to Barcelona to watch Leeds United's European Champions League clash against the Spanish giants. Pictured in September 2000. | YPN Photo: YPN
35. Hunslet
Nicky Murphy and teammates from Hunslet Eagles Junior FC U-11s in their lock-up which was set to feature on TV's DIY SOS. Pictured in August 2000. | YPN Photo: YPN
36. Hunslet
Yorkshire and England 'A' fast bowler Ryan Sidebottom keeps wicket with members of Hunslet Nelson Cricket Club in October 2000. They were wearing new helmets for Leeds junior cricket clubs. Pictured, from left, are, Ryan with Adam Forman, Ifran Khan, Kasir Maroof, Adal Majid and Danny Calverley. | YPN Photo: YPN