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
19. Wakefield in 1996
Michael Taylor, left, and Terry Rigg, community fundraiser for Wakefield Hospice with boxing gloves signed by Frank Bruno and Lennox Lewis. | Giles Rocholl Photo: Giles Rocholl
20. Wakefield in 1996
A poundstretcher event at Wakefield District College aimed to show how to save money. Students - including Colette Agus, left, and Karen Whittaker - were challenged to find clothing outfits for less than £10 from charity shops. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox
21. Wakefield in 1996
Former students of Wakefield College returned to stage an exhibition in February 1996. Pictured with some of the work are, from left, Simon Beckett, Danny Bird and Paul Senior. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
22. Wakefield in 1996
Ackworth School pupils received medals from Wakefield Council for sporting excellence. Pictured are Tasmin Hogben, Charlotte Mannion, Fiona Westwood, Claire Storey, Emily Lambert, Kate Pearson and Katy Holt. | YPN Photo: YPN
23. Wakefield in 1996
The new Mayor and Mayoress of Wakefield Coun Ken Bolland and his wife Margaret make their way to the Town Hall in May 1996. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
24. Wakefield in 1996
Do you remember Kingfishers fish and chip restaurant on Calder Grove? Pictured in in May 1996. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike