 Residents and visitors in Cheshire West and Chester can now save money and "Get Around for £2", following the launch of a Government scheme to cap fares for single bus journeys.
 Cheshire West and Chester Libraries will, once again, be offering a wide range of free activities to help improve your mental and physical wellbeing, during their Health and Wellbeing Week, 2023.
Lots of activities in libraries are planned between Monday 23 to Sunday 29 January 2023.
Council shows significant support to community projects through Cheshire West Crowd
 More than £425,000 has been pledged by Cheshire West and Chester Council to local projects as part of the autumn 2022 round on the Cheshire West Crowd.
This crowdfunding initiative, which is being run by the Council in partnership with Spacehive, provides the opportunity for everyone to put forward community-led projects and attract funding, so the borough can become more vibrant, resilient and connected.
Ellesmere Port Market children's play area opens
 Ellesmere Port market has a new children's soft play area, adding to the colourful murals created in December.
SPI Global Play has created an adventure area for young children in the market, expanding the café area to offer more areas to meet friends and relax during visits to the market.
Five ways to put yourself first on Blue Monday and beyond
 The third Monday in January is often billed as the most depressing day of the year, with Christmas festivities long-forgotten and the shine already wearing off New Year’s resolutions.
Rather than making life more of a struggle, there are five ways to lift your mood and improve your wellbeing, without having to make dramatic changes to your lifestyle.
Council community officer recognised in New Year Honours
An officer in the Council's Communities team has been recognised in the New Year Honours. Patricia Johnson, a Communities and Engagement Officer, has been awarded a British Empire Medal, an award for 'hands on' service to the local community.
Chester's Chinese New Year celebrations 2023
 Chester will celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Rabbit on Saturday, 21 January with a parade of traditional music, lions and dragon dancing, non combustible firecrackers and cultural characters.
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