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News Sport What's On Apr 20, 2020 So just what will be the way out of lockdown? As we enter the fifth week of homeworking and homeschooling, it’s fair to say that the novelty has definitely worn off. However, for many it has also been a time of self-discovery. For me, I have found that I do have the self-discipline to work from home ... even though it is not something I would choose to do. The key is to set a structure and stick to it. Do the same things at the same time, including taking breaks and ensuring that you switch off - pretty difficult when your computer is sitting in the middle of the kitchen table. Listening to the experts it appears that our best chance of getting back to normality is a vaccine, given that having had Covid 19 seems to be no guarantee you won’t get it again. The scientists currently working in their labs to find that vaccine have my admiration. They hold the key to all our futures - a big challenge, but one they are up to. I wish them - and you - luck. Stay safe, Gillian Parkinson Editor Sewing superheroes work round the clock making PPE for struggling healthcare workers in Lancashire A group of Lancashire people have rallied to help address the PPE crisis, using thousands of their own savings to sew scrubs and masks for healthcare workers in Lancashire. Smiles as Chorley Brownies group defies lockdown difficulties by going 'digital' Tenacious youngsters in a brownie group have embraced digital technology to hold their weekly meetings online during the lockdown. New date for Lancaster's Highest Point festival as organisers say they'll 'take a punt' on September Organisers of Lancaster's Highest Point festival - which was due to take place in May - have set a new date for the event. MP Ben Wallace defends Boris Johnson after reports of him missing Cobra meetings The MP for Preston North and Wyre , Ben Wallace, has branded reports Boris Johnson missed a series of crucial early coronavirus meetings as ‘nonsense.’ Longridge school girl pens inspiring song to thank NHS workers A 10-year-old Longridge school girl has written an inspiring song to applaud the NHS. Here's 10 things you are allowed to do outside during lockdown While the lockdown shows no signs of letting up, spending some time outdoors could help with your physical and mental wellbeing. View more Coronavirus news

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