Congratulations go to Band member, trombone player, Ernie Hailwood on successfully 'bagging' all 284 Monroe's, (A Monro is an isolated peak in Scotland over 3,000 ft.).
  Over a period of six years, showing enormous commitment, determination and stamina Ernie has achieved a feat that places him amongst a small and distinguished elite.

  The Band was again well represented in this year's pantomime, so impressively written and directed by Sandra Gold-Wood.  Assistant Bandmaster Tony Crofts took charge of all matters musical whilst Band members Keith Wood, Ernie Hailwood and Hilary Hodge appeared in various guises on stage whilst Chris Chambers and Carl Storer were active behind the scenes.

  Sadly the recent visitors to Sedbergh were unable to fit a projected meeting and social with the Band in the course of our weekly rehearsal into their extremely full schedule.
  However a number of the Band were able to meet up with the visiting party in the Dalesman after rehearsal and express our pleasure in seeing them back in Sedbergh.
  It was particularly pleasing to renew acquaintance with the Mayor and Zdenka who were such important figures during the Band's visit to Slovenia last summer.

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  The annual general meeting of the People's Hall took place on Monday, 3^rd April. An encouraging number attended, including representatives from the following organisations: Dog Training, Farfield Mill, Frostrow WI, Gala Group, Ladies NFU, the Partially Sighted Group,  Sedbergh Booktown, Sedbergh CDC, Sedbergh Christian Centre, Sedbergh Methodist Church, Sedbergh Poetry Workshop,  Sedbergh Town Band and the Spellbound Theatre.
  Steve Longlands, the Chairman, welcomed everyone and reported that the Hall now has a new licence thanks to the hard work of Malcolm Fraser-Urquhart to whom the committee is deeply indebted. Michael Garnett of the Dalesman is the Designated Premises Supervisor and the committee is very grateful him, also. New booking procedures were introduced and other works undertaken in connection with the new licence. In addition, a major works plan has been started, with some jobs already completed and others in the pipeline. He also reported that Sam Rusling had joined the committee during the year and that Malcolm Fraser-Urquhart and Margaret Mason had left it; both are sorely missed. Margaret has served the People's Hall faithfully for a great many years in several capacities. Mrs Helen Hoggarth was appointed the cleaner during the year and Jim Hoggarth continues as caretaker. The committee is very grateful for his continued devotion to the Hall and its welfare.
  The following were elected to the People's Hall Management Committee:
Andrew Allan, Ian Bell, Andy Denton, Ron Gerrard, Elspeth Griffiths, Hilary Hodge, Tim Ingle, Sandra Longlands, Steve Longlands (Chairman), Anne Petyt, Cicely Robertshaw, Sam Rusling, Kath Swift, Josie Templeman and Chris Wood. Others have offered help and expertise and Deyna Hirst, of the Community Office, is investigating grant-aid for improvements to the Hall and its environs.
  For the future, apart from the major renovation and development works, the committee is considering forming 'the Friends of the People's Hall', and how to celebrate the Hall's fiftieth birthday, which falls in November.
  We thank the Parish Council and all those who help or support the People's Hall, including the hirers. Particular thanks are due to Janice and Sam Rusling of Sedbergh Office Services without whom the Hall could not function.

Year 10 Reunion
  Did you leave Settlebeck High School in the summer of 1996? If so you are warmly invited to join your class mates 10 years on at 'The Head' at Middleton on Saturday 24th June 2006 from 7.30pm. A opportunity to catch up with each other and share fond memories of what people say are 'the best days of your life'. Remember - it's not a reunion without you!