It was the year of Gnarls Barkley riding high in the charts with Crazy and Waterloo Road grabbing attention on television.
Closer to home, there were some great scenes at the Headland Raft Race, Dyke House prom, and Peterlee Show.
Did we get you on camera as you collected your exam results at Brierton School? Or maybe you were in the spotlight at an Elwick fun day.
We have all this and more in our retro spotlight on 2006. Take a look.
1. Enjoying the raft race
The Headland Raft Race always gets good support and here is a section of the crowd at the 2006 event. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: DP
2. Fun times in Elwick
The Elwick fun day had plenty to keep people interested. Are you in the picture? Photo: DP
3. All dressed up for the prom
Can you spot someone you know at the Dyke House prom? Photo: TC
4. A big day at Brierton
All smiles as they collect their GCSE results at Brierton School. Is there someone you know in this photo? Photo: FLR