They turn back the clock to 1996 and showcase the news that was makin g the headlines around the city during the 12 months. The gallery, powered by photos from the YEP archive, also features local landmarks as well as familiar streets, shops, restaurants and pubs which are sure to be remembered by a generation of people who called Wakey home back in the day. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 18 photos to take you back to Wakefield in 1980 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of nostalgia
7. Wakefield in 1996
The Bishop of Wakefield, The Rt. Revd. Nigel McCulloch, in a composite picture with his likeness in stone in the south end exterior of the Chantry Chapel. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. Wakefield in 1996
Inside The Gallery, a fitness gym and leisure complex, at White Horse Yard in Wakefield. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
9. Wakefield in 1996
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? The Royale Cantonese restaurant at Lofthouse. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox
10. Wakefield in 1996
This is head chef, Sam, of Drakes restaurant at Newmillerdam pictured in January 1996. | Giles Rocholl Photo: Giles Rocholl
11. Wakefield in 1996
Youngsters at Newton Hill Junior and Infants School prepare their conservation area. Pictured, from left, Anton Scoones, Hannah Jennens and Mark Applegarth. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
12. Wakefield in 1996
Pictured is former Northern Ballet dancer Graciela Kaplan demonstrating her dancing skills at workshops held at the Thornes Centre in January 1996. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme