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You’ve probably spent hours discussing the meaning of life, chuckled at the thought of your favourite pastimes, and shared details about yourself you never thought you would. And, while our friends may frustrate us at times, you’ve come to the conclusion that you couldn’t live without them.

There aren’t many things left in life that are free, but one growing phenomenon that is completely gratis is parkrun. The 5km community events take place in parks each Saturday morning, but parkrun is more than a way of keeping fit, it’s a way of making friends, being part of a community, and even inspiration to travel the world.

Let your love of Strictly Come Dancing take you places! Whether you’re an armchair fan or love a twirl around the dance floor, take your passion for a foxtrot to another level by combining it with a spot of globe-trotting.

We laugh with friends, we cry with friends and we experience life with friends. But, other than having a partner in crime, friendships are much more valuable than we think. Dean Duggan explains...

For more than 15 years, Ormskirk and Southport Oddfellows have been supporting Southport’s coastline heroes – Southport Offshore Rescue Trust – with charitable donations.

Being in a state of stress in inappropriate situations or over a period of time can be detrimental to our long term health, wellbeing and relationships. But what can you do about it? Our Care and Welfare team shares some advice.