Category Archives: North East

Mark Kalch Lecture in Darlington

Posted on April 11, 2010 by Michael

On the 19th May, adventurer and explorer Mark Kalch will be in the North East talking about his recent solo walk across Iran. His lecture is hosted by the Royal Geographical Society and is at the Darlington Arts Centre. Tickets … Continue reading →

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Gracious Magnanimity versus Tolerance

Posted on February 4, 2010 by Michael

Last night I was lucky enough to have been invited to attend the inaugural City of Peace lecture at Newcastle’s Civic Centre. Just to remind you what is City of Peace, its an intuitive to:- Encourage communities, individuals and organisations … Continue reading →

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NIMBYs, NIMBYs, NIMBYs

Posted on October 25, 2009 by Michael

I must admit to have a rather large problem when it comes to NIMBYs. NIMBYs, which stands for Not In My Back Yard, are people who oppose a development which is beneficial for the majority, but may potentially be a … Continue reading →

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Sir Bobby Robson 1933 – 2009

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Michael

Today the gentleman of British football Sir Robert William Robson CBE passed away. Born on 18th February 1933, in Sacriston, County Durham, the son of a pitman, he grew up in Langley Park, and would go to St James’ Park … Continue reading →

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You Cannot Be Sirous

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Michael

According to various new sources, an Iranian tycoon based in Dubai, Sirous Mahjoob, is about to buy Newcastle United. I first heard little snippets about this last night, but they were from sources I have found to be unreliable in … Continue reading →

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The Geordie Language

Posted on July 26, 2009 by Michael

I am a born and bred Novocastrian, that is a person from the city of Newcastle upon Tyne in North East England, commonly known as a Geordie. One of the most distinctive things about the Geordies is our accent. I … Continue reading →

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