There is a new addition to the Roman Senate. Step forward: Tribune Matthew. Here he is pictured in Rome. On being elected to his post, Tribune Matthew said: "Ave. Veni vidi, legi BN." which roughly translates as "Hail. I came, I saw, I read Birtley News." To which, YC can only add - "audi audi!" [hear hear].
Tribune Matthew also reports on a recent sighting on the North Yorkshire Moors. Namely an elderly fellrunner known as Old Cheviot, gamely struggling up the fells, feeling every year of his aged bones. And what's more, OC was doing his best to keep up with the swift lady fellrunner in front - Mrs Old Cheviot no less. Apparently the two were spotted reccing the route of the 3 Tops fell race, including Roseberry Topping.
Tribune Matthew noted that the recce was grand way to work up a thirst. Having had their tea, OC & Mrs OC took in Evensong at Durham Cathedral, before thirsting after righteousness in a nearby licensed premise. The Colpitts Hotel was the find of the day. A basic welcoming pub selling Sam Smiths Bitter at only £1.80/pint. Jubilate!
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| Tribune Matthew |
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| with Mrs OC (aka Emma) on Roseberry Topping |