Author Archives: Stephan Schulte

Local Resident Debuts Play

One of our neighbours, Peter Maddock from Ice Wharf (New Wharf Road) has written a new play that opens for previews next Thursday, 26 April at The New End Theatre in Hampstead.  You can read more about it by going … Continue reading

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Restaurants at Regent’s Quarter

Where are they you say!  Well I’ve just heard from a reliable source, (my neighbour Helen P.) who works in real estate that Cantaloupe Group has taken 6,500 sq.ft of space at Regent Quarter.  They are the first leisure/restaurant operator … Continue reading

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CCTV on Bridgeman Road

For some time, folks have been frustrated about the delays associated with the long-awaited CCTV installation at Bridgman and Caledonian Roads. Please note the following from PC Mark Warwick of our Safer Neighbourhood’s Team. Just to let you all know … Continue reading

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Soho Original Books receives license renewal to operate a Licensed Sex Shop – UNDER EXISTING CONDITIONS

While this announcement may not seem like a victory for the local community – it actually is!  Since 2000 a Licensed Sex Shop has operated within the premises at 9 Caledonian Road, first as the King’s Cross Prowler, and more … Continue reading

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How Many Betting Parlours Does King’s Cross Need?

This morning, Sunday 25 Feb, I went over to Gray’s Inn Road to buy a paper and pastry.  On the corner of Birkenhead Street and Gray’s Inn Road I discovered some notices posted on signposts outside the former police station. … Continue reading

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Renewal of Sex Shop License for 9 Caledonian Road

What’s your position? For those of you who are not aware, the owners of 9 Caledonian Road have applied to renew their license with Islington Council to operate a “Licensed Sex Shop” on their premises.  This is a renewal not … Continue reading

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How Important is Local Safety to You?

Do you want more police on the beat in our area? If you’re interested in the improving the quality of life in King’s Cross, one of the most valuable meetings that you should consider attending is the Caledonian Ward Safer … Continue reading

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Light Pollution

Have you ever wondered why it’s necessary for so many lights to be left on overnight at construction sites in the area? Considering that individuals are constantly being chastised to conserve electricity and told to turn-off all their electrical gear … Continue reading

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