And here are nine reminders of the time when Hartlepool and East Durham people met up with former workmates, Forces colleagues school pals or fellow band members.
We have scenes from 2012, 2005 and 2004. Take a look and see if you can spot someone you know, or perhaps you are in the photo yourself.
5. Musical memories from 2005
Here's a scene from a brass band reunion at St Andrew's Church in Blackhall. Can you spot anyone you know from this 15-year-old photo? Photo: FLR
6. Raising a toast to the memories
An Asda workers reunion was planned at the Jacksons Arms in 2005 but can you remember it? Photo: DP
7. Memories of 2004
St Paul's Brownies held an anniversary reunion in 2004 but who can tell us more about the occasion? Photo: TC
8. Enjoying the occasion in 2005
Another scene from the Queens Rink reunion in 2005. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: TC