They showcase different aspects of life around Wakey in 2000. 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 any familiar faces? READ MORE: 31 photos to take you back to Wakefield in 1996 | 29 photos to take you back to Wakefield in 1997
21. Wakefield in 2000
Do you remember Harold Duckworth? He was landlord at the Rovers Return pub at Fitzwilliam. Pictured in December 2000. Photo: Mel Hulme
22. Wakefield in 2000
An onlooker watches as the swollen River Calder runs under Chantry Bridge in November 2000. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
23. Wakefield in 2000
Long service presentation at County Hall for seven lollipop ladies in December 2000. Each lady had worked between 20 and 30 years helping pupils cross the roads before and after school. Pictured, from left, are Brenda Peach, Pat Brooks, Maureen Thorpe, Carol Bedford, Joan Baggley, Mary Hallas, and Ann Wilson. Also pictured is Jim Winter, assistant chief education officer, who made the presentations. Photo: James Hardisty
24. Wakefield in 2000
Keith and Amanda Mortimer from Notton were the brains behind designer toilet seat brand Cooloo. Pictured in December 2000. Photo: Emma Nichols