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  Raleigh, North Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina, a state of the United States of America.
Raleigh was established in 1792 as both the new county seat and the new state capital.
However, in Raleigh, college sports are supreme, with NCAA Division I-A rivals the North Carolina State University Wolfpack, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tar Heels, and Duke University Blue Devils being the most prominent teams in the area, often referred to as Tobacco Road by sportscasters.
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 Raleigh, Sir Walter. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
Raleigh conceived and organized the colonizing expeditions to America that ended tragically with the “lost colony” expeditions on Roanoke Island, N.C. He was later named a member of the commission for the defense against Spain, but it is doubtful that he participated in the naval operations against the Spanish Armada (1588).
Raleigh was made governor of Jersey in 1600, but his fortunes ebbed when he drifted apart from his former ally Robert Cecil (later earl of Salisbury) in the political tempest over Essex’s treason and death.
Raleigh was the author of a number of political essays and philosophical treatises, and of a body of poetry that was highly praised by his contemporaries.
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 Walter Raleigh - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Walter Raleigh was born at Hayes Barton, which lies on the edge of Woodbury Common close to the village of East Budleigh, in Devon, England.
Raleigh's family had a fundamentally Protestant religious orientation and experienced a number of near escapes during the reign of the Catholic queen Mary I of England (1553 - 1558).
Raleigh was Governor of Jersey 1600-1603, responsible for modernising the defences of the island.
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 Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh was born at Hayes Barton which is on the edge of Woodbury Common, near the village of East Budleigh, Devon, England.
It is understandable that Raleigh grew up with a hatred of the Catholic Church and, when Elizabeth I came to the throne in 1558, he was open to express it.
Raleigh was then framed as a member of a plot against the throne and sentenced to life imprisonment.
www.britishexplorers.com /woodbury/raleigh.html   (1749 words)

  
 Renaissance Man   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Sir Walter Raleigh was born in Hayes, Devonshire.
In 1580, Raleigh became the captain of the army of Ireland and suppressed a rebellion.
Raleigh was a favourite of the queen, prominent in the royal court and was the captain of the army of Ireland.
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 City of Raleigh | Employment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh is one of the fastest growing areas in the country.
The City of Raleigh complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
The City of Raleigh is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.
www.raleigh-nc.org /mis/employ.htm   (238 words)

  
 Welcome to Raleighform   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina and home to 240,000 people, is the largest city in the metropolitan area known as the Triangle, which has a population fast approaching the one million mark.
Visitors to the Greater Raleigh area can experien ce first-hand why, in a pair of recent national studies, the Triangle was named the No. 1 place in America to live and to do business.
With one visit to Raleigh, you'll learn right away why this charming city founded more than 200 years ago is earning such lofty praise as it busily prepares for the 21th century.
www.hickory.nc.us /ncnetworks/ral-intr.html   (181 words)

  
 Raleigh NC Welcome Kit- Raleigh Map, Raleigh facts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh boasts a thriving business community and an active arts population and entertainment scene that contribute to a great quality of life for residents — without the big-city price tag.
Raleigh is a short drive from the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and the Great Smoky Mountains in the other.
Raleigh is also home to a botanical garden, rose garden, arboretum, theaters, historic homes, art galleries, golf courses, state fairgrounds and flea market, and many festivals and events.
www.vickyolive.com /welcome_to_raleigh   (1631 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Raleigh, United States (U.S. Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
A research center for textiles and chemicals, Raleigh is part of North Carolina's Research Triangle, an area and organization shared with Chapel Hill and Durham that utilizes the scientific talent of the three cities' universities.
Raleigh is the seat of North Carolina State Univ., Shaw Univ., Meredith College, St. Augustine's College, St. Mary's College, and Peace College.
The city is the site of an arts complex that includes the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, A. Fletcher Opera Theater, and Meymandi Concert Hall and is also the home to the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes.
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 Raleigh in the Last Quarter of the 20th Century
Raleigh Street, Nottingham, was the site of a small workshop which in 1886 started producing diamond-frame safety bicycles at the rate of three a week.
Raleigh’s good and bad years tended to reflect those of the industry as a whole, but during the whole period the company was steadily losing market share – down from 54% to around 20%.
Raleigh’s performance appears worst when viewed in the context of the huge growth in the UK cycle market during the last 25 years.
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 Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee is the organizer and sponsor for the parade and co-sponsor for the after parade activities held downtown in Moore Square.
He is a Raleigh native, a graduate of Cary High School and a graduate of North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree.
The 2005 Rose of Raleigh Irish Heritage Contest was hosted by the Parade Committee and open to young women of Irish ancestry between the ages of 17 and 23 residing in the North Carolina counties of Wake, Johnston, Durham or Orange.
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 Raleigh on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
RALEIGH, NC -- Duke University's J. Redick during practice on Wednesday, March 17, 2004, at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina.
RALEIGH, NC -- Wake Forest head coach Skip Prosser watches his team practice on Wednesday, March 17, 2004, at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina.
RALEIGH, NC -- Florida's Adrian Mooss and David Lee try to stop Manhattan's Luis Flores during their first round game at the NCAA tournament in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday, March 18, 2004.
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 Raleigh International -- Mongolia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh International's aim has always been to strike a balance between providing a challenging environment for our participants and making sure they are safe on expedition.
When we started our Mongolian expeditions in 1999 our stringent safety assessments showed that Mongolia was a very challenging expedition country but that its infrastructure, air facilities and our own resources gave adequate back up in an emergency situation.
This would not appear to be the case and, following a helicopter crash in early 2001, (not involving Raleigh International personnel) we took the precaution of stopping all but emergency flights by helicopter.
www.raleigh.org.uk /expedition_countries/mongolia   (445 words)

  
 City of Raleigh | Home
The City of Raleigh has begun receiving development proposals for two City-owned sites in the convention center area on the south end of downtown.
The Raleigh City Council June 20 voted 5 to 3 to approve a $457,628,804 municipal government budget for the fiscal year July 1 through June 30, 2006.
The City of Raleigh on March 14 began the long-awaited process of returning vehicular traffic to its "main street" with the ground breaking on the Fayetteville Street Renaissance Project.
www.raleigh-nc.org   (247 words)

  
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Raleigh Hall is currently developing a high quality Business Centre comprising barn conversion style suites ranging from 1,100 to 3,800 Sq.
Rural employment will be created on site in construction, in operation and in maintenance of the plant and in the supply of fuel.
www.raleigh-hall.co.uk   (229 words)

  
 Colonnade, Raleigh, North Carolina   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Voyager Pharmaceuticals has leased 1,431 square feet on the fourth floor of the new Colonnade office park in North Raleigh, it was announced today by John Boylan, a partner with Spectrum Properties.
Spectrum Properties, whose Raleigh office manages more than 1,284,000 square feet of office space in the area is a regional real estate development firm with comprehensive management, leasing, investment sales, brokerage, development and financial capabilities.
Charles Fricke and Associates, a Raleigh advertising agency, has leased 938 square feet on the first floor of the new Colonnade office park in North Raleigh.
www.thecolonnade-raleigh.com /latestnews.htm   (988 words)

  
 Raleigh Chopper - Education - Information - Educational Resources - Encyclopedia - Music
The Raleigh Chopper was a type of bicycle manufactured and marketed in the 1970s by the Raleigh Company of Nottingham, England.
However, the Chopper almost single-handedly rescued the Raleigh company, which had been in decline during the 1960s, selling millions of machines worldwide.
It is also built from aluminium alloy rather than the original's steel, which should make the bike lighter.
www.music.us /education/R/Raleigh-Chopper.htm   (734 words)

  
 City of Raleigh | Police   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Through dedicated service by officers and civilians, district policing, innovative programs, effective technology use, and an enhanced relationship between citizens and the police, the department is reducing crime in Raleigh and making it an even better place to live, work, visit, and do business.
Working with the community, the Raleigh Police Department exists to preserve life, peace and property through conscientious attention to our lawful duties.
The men and women of the Police Department are skilled professionals who are dedicated to partnering with the community to shape pre-eminent policing in the 21st Century.
www.raleighnc.gov /portal/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_2_306_204_0_43/http;/pt03/DIG_Web_Content/dept/public/Dept-AboutUs-Police.html   (264 words)

  
 North Raleigh Houses and Homes For Sale as Real Estate Wake County, North Carolina
One of the oldest and most historic cities in the nation, Raleigh is the state’s capital and one of the fastest growing regions in the state.
North Raleigh offers residents an array of diverse resources from downtown art galleries, museums, quaint neighborhood shops and bistros to professional sports teams, excellent child-care and top-notch health care services.
In a city dubbed by Fortune magazine as one of the five best places to balance work and family life, visitors and residents alike will be pleased with Raleigh’s rich history and cultural sophistication.
www.raleigh-real-estate-for-sale.com   (717 words)

  
 Raleigh Real Estate Agents, Raleigh Homes For Sale, REALTORS and Raleigh
Raleigh’s quality of life is what sets this city apart from all others.
Raleigh offers the broadest municipal services at the lowest tax rate of any major North Carolina city, and excellent public and private schools.
Raleigh is home to many colleges and universities such as Peace College and Meredith College.
www.homegain.com /local_real_estate/NC/raleigh.html   (705 words)

  
 Ballistic Bike Fork Recall by Raleigh USA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh has received three reports of forks separating.
The 1996 Raleigh M55 model bicycle is green.
Most 1996 Raleigh M55 model bicycles are equipped with SR DuoTrack 7006 suspension forks and are not involved in this recall.
www.cpsc.gov /cpscpub/prerel/prhtml97/97075.html   (213 words)

  
 Raleigh News
Local news for Raleigh, NC continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.
RALEIGH N.C. GOP lawmakers want energy tax rollbacks House and Senate GOP members held a news conference Wednesday to back a cap on the variable portion of the gasoline tax.
Page R2 Raleigh, N.C. -- The website Lulu.com, which enables amateur authors to publish and sell their own books, is sponsoring the first literary prize for "blooks" -- or books based on blogs or websites.
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 Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh: Bibliography - Bibliography Raleigh was the author of a number of political essays and philosophical treatises,...
Sir Walter Raleigh: Downfall - Downfall Raleigh was made governor of Jersey in 1600, but his fortunes ebbed when he drifted apart...
Sir Walter Raleigh: Early Life - Early Life As a youth Raleigh served (1569) as a volunteer in the Huguenot army in France.
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 Raleigh Restaurants: Find Raleigh Restaurants and Reviews Online
Without getting too bogged down in ponderous academic rigamarole, Greater Raleigh -- home to Durham's Duke, Raleigh's North Carolina State, and Chapel Hill's University of North Carolina -- is a showplace for cutting edge culture, trendy restaurants on tree-lined streets, and hip nightspots serving tasty fare along with spirited libations.
It’s been noted that dim sum and risotto are as common as grits and corn bread on many Triangle area menus, but that doesn’t signal a dearth of lip-smacking southern fried or barbequed traditional favorites.
DiningGuide Raleigh is part of MetroGuide Raleigh, offering guides to hotels and more for the entire region.
raleigh.diningguide.com   (486 words)

  
 newsobserver.com | Front Page News
Raleigh · Durham · Cary · Chapel Hill
The direction of the Wake County school board was left uncertain Tuesday night as critics of the district's busing policy won one seat and might be in a position to win two others.
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Raleigh said the sentencings are set for 2 p.m.
www.newsobserver.com   (805 words)

  
 Official Web Page of the Raleigh Jaycees
Chartered in 1932, The Raleigh Jaycees is a group of civic minded men and women ranging in ages from twenty-one to forty.
The Raleigh Jaycees Inc. is an affiliate organization of the N.C. Junior Chamber of Commerce, the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce, and the Junior Chamber International.
The Jaycee movement began in 1921 as a commitment to leadership development for young adults, and is known worldwide as a training ground for community leaders.
www.raleighjaycees.org   (395 words)

  
 The 2004 Raleigh Marathon Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
On three different occasions over the last several months, our hopes were high because we thought we were close to signing a multi-year deal.
Our initial sponsor signed a 10 year contract to sponsor the Raleigh Marathon, but soon after the contract was signed, they closed the main office here in Raleigh and this rendered the contract null and void.
The “worst ice storm in 100 years” as it was billed by the local media, 72 hours before the 2002 Raleigh Marathon caused us to take a severe financial hit.
www.raleighmarathon.com   (290 words)

  
 Raleigh Rugby Football Club
Raleigh RFC will be taking a touring party to England in February 2006.
At the time of writing there are still 8 places left for those that still want to come...
Raleigh Rugby E- Group 6/29/2005 by Daniele Canney
www.raleighrugby.com   (159 words)

  
 Raleigh, North Carolina Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, ...
Raleigh, North Carolina Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, crime,...
New: Raleigh, NC residents, houses, and apartments details
Raleigh, North Carolina business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
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 Chris Richards pictures of Raleigh   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Raleigh was perhaps, along with Players, the largest employer of Radford people, employing 10,000 workers at its peak.
The Raleigh Social Club was where the teenage Chris Richards spent his evenings, with his father Big Harry.
Massive redevelopment is now taking place in the Faraday Road area, with the old Raleigh factory being replaced by student and residential accommodation.
www.radfordgallery.fsnet.co.uk /raleh/ral.htm   (398 words)

  
 Monika Papenhausen - Real estate broker in the Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill area. Listings of properties for sale.
Boasting a comfortable climate, a great location and a variety of resources, Raleigh and Wake County is rated by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live in the nation.
Located just three hours from the mountains and two hours from the coast, Raleigh has something for everyone.
As the preeminent real estate broker with 12 years of experience and a resident of Raleigh for over 11 years, I provide excellence in service and a knowledge of the real estate values in the local market.
www.monikahomes.com   (330 words)

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