The images from 1997 showcase a range of landmarks, sporting triumphs, the best of the arts and culture as well as school life and highlight some of the stories making the local news headlines over the 12 months. Each photo has been curated from the YEP archive. Do you recognise anyone? READ MORE: The story of a rocky road that took more than 40 years to finish YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
31. Dewsbury in 1997
Chickenley and Gawthorpe CC. Back: Brian Summerscales, John Summerscales, John Hall, John Ogilvie, Glenn Hall, Brian Dawson. Front: Nigel Thornton, David Hinchliffe, Dave Callaghan, Andy Callaghan, Martin Pickersgill. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
32. Dewsbury in 1997
Girls from Dewsbury/Mirfield Music Centre chat with members of the band 'Suitable Hooligans' who were at The Batemans Charity Music Festival in Dewsbury. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
33. Dewsbury in 1997
Arthur and Dorothy Harvey enjoy a glass of wine in the sun at a golden wedding anniversary garden party held at Dewsbury Museum in August 1997. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
34. Dewsbury in 1997
Slimmers from Slimming World at Perrys Motorsale in Dewsbury. | Sam Atkins Photo: Sam Atkins
35. Dewsbury in 1997
A public meeting was held at Dewsbury RL in response to plans for an opencast mine in the community. Photo: Roy Fox
36. Dewsbury in 1997
Dewsbury Fire Station's open day in August 1997 included the offer of a fire fighter for a 'dream date'. Pictured is station clerk Tracey Hindle with some of the officers taking part. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike