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
49. Morley
Leeds United striker Alan Smith signs autographs after switching on Morley Christmas lights in November 2000. | Graham Lindley Photo: Graham Lindley
50. Rothwell
Rothwell Juniors U-9s were donated a new strip by "The Vet" a new veterinary practice in the town. Pictured in November 2000. | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling
51. Rothwell
April 2000 and Rothwell squash club captain's whose teams won divisions 1,2 and 3 of the Leeds Metro League. Pictured, from left, are Craig Hesletine (first team captain), Kevin Watson (second team captain) and Richard Jeffries (third team captain). | YPN Photo: YPN
52. Rothwell
Adam Edmunds and James Reyner from Rodilian High School were are among a number of pupils that have been taking part in community projects such as the Rothwell Greenway, pictured, and have won a Local Government Association award. Pictured in May 2000. | YPN Photo: YPN
53. Gildersome
David Waterhouse of Gildersome Taverners get among the Swinnow Athletic defence during the Leeds Combination League clash in January 2000. He scored the third goal in a 3-1 win. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
54. Drighlington
Drighlington's Dr Arnold Loxam with wife Audrey who had been playing the organ for almost 75 years. One one of his latest musical compositions was named after his wife. Pictured in May 2000. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty