1989 was a year of change, character and plenty of memorable moments across Wolverhampton, the Black Country and Staffordshire.
From busy factories and striking workers to high street scenes, community campaigns, local celebrations and everyday moments, these archive pictures offer a glimpse of how the region looked more than 35 years ago.
There are familiar faces, places that have changed and even a few intriguing mysteries along the way. Take a trip back to 1989 and see how many people, businesses and landmarks you can remember.
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9. A quality boost for a Kingswinford engineering firm
An alternator is checked before rectification at Kingswinford Fuel Injection Services in October 1989, when the firm achieved Ministry of Defence AQAP Part 4 status. It was a significant milestone for the local engineering business and a mark of its work to the required standards. Do you remember Kingswinford Fuel Injection Services, or anyone who worked there? | Express & Star archive
10. A sweet taste of the past at the Black Country Museum
Eileen Kendrick, a guide at the Black Country Museum, opens a jar of traditional kali as assistant keeper Anne Lineeen enjoys some ordinary sweets in January 1989. The museum was preparing to open a 1920s-style confectioner's shop, offering visitors a taste of old-fashioned treats. Do you remember kali, or which sweets were your favourites as a child? | Express & Star archive
11. Washing machines bound for Europe
Frank Forrester watches Ron Roe and Graham Stevenson check a batch of washing machines at Servis Domestic Appliances in Darlaston in November 1989. The company was preparing to launch a new range in Germany and Belgium, giving the local factory an international ambition. Do you remember Servis washing machines, or anyone who worked at the Darlaston plant? | Express & Star archive
12. A race against time for Cannock's new Poll Tax office
Workers are busy on the roof of Cannock's new Poll Tax office in December 1989, as the building faced a race against time to be ready for the introduction of the community charge. It was announced that the work would not be completed by the April 1 deadline. Do you remember the Poll Tax era in Cannock? | Express & Star archive