According to teasers for tonight’s episode of Emmerdale (August 17), Lydia Dingle will be surprised when a familiar face from her past unexpectedly appears in the community. What does Craig mean to her, and who is he?

As he gets ready for his punishment, Dan spends his final day in the village. How long will Dan be imprisoned?

Mary is being coy about her date in the meanwhile. How went it?

Marlon also consents to give driving again a shot while being prodded by Rhona and Mary. Can he drive again despite his fears?

Lydia is shocked by a blast from the past

Lydia makes the announcement that she will be attending a job fair to look for a new position. Sam, however, is not pleased with her departure.

Later, when Kim shows up at the Hide recruitment fair, Lydia feels uncomfortable. When she runs into an unidentified man from her past, she is even more alarmed.

Craig is happy to see Lydia again after not seeing her since the children’s home. What does he want from her and who is he, though?

Dan’s last day

Dan is spending his final day in the community before the trial is over. When he departs the Woolpack for the final time, things begin to feel all too real.

Dan departs on his last journey as he bids his friends in the village farewell. His attorney informs him to anticipate a brief sentence as he enters the courtroom.

Dan readies himself for the punishment. He still struggles with shame and dread, though.

What will occur after that?

Mary maintains silence.

Mary is being evasive about her date the day after it. How went it?

Dan readies himself for the punishment. He still struggles with shame and dread, though.

What will occur after that?

Mary keeps it quiet

Mary is being evasive about her date the day after it. How went it?

Marlon faces his fears

Worried Marlon finally gives in to pressure from Rhona and Mary to attempt driving his modified automobile. He is anxious as he gets ready to take his first driving lesson after his stroke.

Is Marlon going to be okay?