Monthly Archives: September 2012

Return to the big time (kind of)

Another ground ticked off, after all these years. A former Football League club as well –  Stockport County, the closest to the River Mersey apparently. Very nice too, flanked by period housing and on this occasion evidence of friendly locals, … Continue reading

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Paralympic party proves perfect finale

You know that feeling when a party’s still going strong but you’re contemplating sloping off while things are still on a high? That was London 2012 for me. I couldn’t get too enthused ahead of part two of the proceedings – … Continue reading

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Why I still love The Undertones

I’ve always liked that James Nesbitt, from early roles in films like Waking Ned through to leads in TV successes like Colin Bateman’s Murphy’s Law, and ever onwards. But he’ll be forever remembered for his big break in the brilliant … Continue reading

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