CONGRATULATIONS must be in order to the Benarty Events Group on another successful Benarty Children's Gala.

It very much looked as if the event would not take place however as some lowlifes set fire to the Portaloos. However, thanks to two local businessmen, the event was able to take place. large crowds turned up on the day, even though the weather at first seemed to threaten the event but everything turned out for the better.

On a personal note, I would like to thanks the Events Group for introducing a photography and art show to their list of events, showcasing local photographers' and local artists' work, this was excellent.

Wishing the group future success.

JIM CHRISTIE, Ballingry.