Tag Archives: North East

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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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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