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The community spirit among residents of Ballaugh has been recognised, with two prizes in the 2009 Island in Bloom Awards.
The success came in the small village and schools sections of the competition, with the latter award recognising the efforts of the pupils at Ballaugh primary.
Parent governor and local commissioner Heather Melvin says the children made a big contribution to the school's success:
Plans submitted for 'significant' flood defences in Ramsey
Include installing a four-foot flood wall at West Quay
Tributes paid to cancer awareness campaigner
Sarah Jarvis has died at the age of 60
Police bail for two people arrested in Ramsey incident
One person was treated for injuries that were described as non-life-threatening
WCAS to extend opening hours next month
It's thanked patrons for their patience during 'very difficult times'
Government support for two 'long-stalled' Douglas developments
Former Newson's building and Duke Street site offered assistance through Island Infrastructure Scheme