There are dozens of local faces you may recognise in this collection of photographs chronicling life in town 20 years ago.
1. The Wright man
Iain Wright and wife Tiffany celebrate after the Hartlepool MP retains his seat at the 2005 General Election. Photo: TC
2. The High life
High Tunstall pupils enjoy their prom at Sedgefield's Hardwick Hall. Photo: TC
3. How the West won
West Hartlepool rugby players celebrate a Boxing Day 2005 victory over rivals Rovers. Photo: DP
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