SPONSORED WALK - Six adults and five children completed a sponsored walk around 16 lanes in Monkland village, in aid of the Macmillan Nurses charity. Their efforts raised a total of £705, breaking last year’s amount of £502. Well-deserved refreshments and ice-cream were waiting at Monkland Cheese Dairy. Thanks go to all walkers and sponsors for making this worthwhile event possible.

BINGO - Monkland bingo players have raised £152 for the Little Princess Trust. This was achieved by charging £1 to choose the bonus ball on Saturday’s National Lottery.

CHURCH FUND - The annual church fete will take place on July 17, at The Beeches. Everyone is welcome.