This week, we take a trip down memory lane for a look at the Chronicle's stories and photos from July 2004.

Who can you spot in these pics from 20 years ago?

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It was a case of less words, more action at Barshare Primary School in July 2004 when they got a visit from renowned mime artist Eduardo Sanchez. The Peruvian star dazzled pupils with his skills and afterwards even taught them a few of his tricks with a special workshop.

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After 24 years of service, Betty Muir retired from her post as clerical assistant at St John’s Primary School in Cumnock back in 2004. As part of a presentation made by the children for her years of hard work, Betty was given a watch and a planter for the garden.

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Meet the winners at Auchinleck Talbot’s Player of the Year awards in 2004. Pictured are, back row from left to right, manager Tommy Sloan, Duncan George, Scott Houston, George Wallace and John Traynor. Front row, from left to right, are Gavin Friels, Paul Hyslop and John Todd.

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Glenafton Boys’ Club completed their prizegiving after the end of another successful season. Pictured are the under 8 section.

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These primary 7 pupils from the area were looking forward to meeting new friends during their three day induction at Auchinleck Academy before the 2004 term ended.

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Here’s a look at the Catrine Primary School prizewinners from back in 2004.