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Shared Lives Week runs from 26-30 June. Cumberland Council is encouraging people to consider becoming a Shared Lives carer and learn more about the support provided.

Summer Holiday Activity and Food Programme offers eligible children free summer activities and a nutritious meal each day. Places are filling fast so parents and guardians are encouraged to book now.

Cumberland Council is informing residents not to worry if they see a gritter out and about during the next week. Cumberland Council's fleet of gritters will be a familiar sight during the colder months, working tirelessly to keep the roads clear of snow and ice. However, as the council gears up for another winter season, the Highways teams are currently in the process of planning their winter routes.

Cumberland Council is reminding residents and businesses that they still have time to have their say on the development plans for Devonshire Street and English Street in Carlisle. The schemes, funded by the UK Government’s Future High Street Fund and Town Deal Fund, aim to improve the space for the local community and businesses on Devonshire Street and English Street.

Cumberland Council is excited to announce a second artisan fete at the Distington Walled Garden in July. Following the success of the first Cumberland Council fete held in April, the council is eager to continue showcasing the talents of local artisans and vendors, and have planned another Artisan Fete on Saturday 15 July, at the Distington Victorian Walled Garden, from 10am to 4pm.

Members of the public are being warned NOT to pick up or touch dead birds after the number of confirmed cases of Avian Influenza (otherwise known as Bird Flu) in wild birds rises in Cumbria.

Cumberland Council is reminding visitors to the Cumberland beauty spots, to park considerately, especially in the Stonethwaite area. Stonethwaite is a popular beauty spot, which is located near the iconic Black Moss Pot pool, but visitors to the area often park in an obstructive manner, causing inconvenience to others.

Cumberland Council has been improving the road leading up to the Castlerigg stone circle, at Eleventrees in Keswick, with pothole repairs, edge strengthening and road patching.

Cumberland Council has announced that it is investing £179,000 in a resurfacing project at Loweswater. The resurfacing project will involve the use of high-quality materials and modern techniques to ensure that the road is durable and long-lasting.

Cumberland Council is improving the water drainage system on the A591 near Thirlmere, to help keep the road safe and clear of standing water. The A591 along the side of Thirlmere frequently experiences issues with water discharging from the nearby fells.