Unix Shell Script to automate email alert

Hi all,
I have a task on my plate which is of high priority.
I need an automated email alert that checks FTP notices subdirectory on a daily basis and forwards any word files to a group of people. This word files gets created whenever there is an issue with FTP connectivity.

Please help...
Thanks in advance!!

What have you tried so far, and where are you stuck?

Basically, check the directory for any wanted files (is it local or remote?), sends them out using mailx and uuencode, and then move the sent files to a subdirectory (eg. processed) so that they don't get sent again. Or, instead of moving them around, have a timestamp file ready and compare against that.