West of England Local News and Social Media Highlights

This section presents a daily selection of news items sourced from local websites throughout the West of England, alongside noteworthy content from social media platforms. According to Bristol 24/7, Bristol’s city council remains undecided regarding the placement of a proposed new plaque on the empty plinth, four years after the statue of Edwards Colston was toppled in the city. Filton Voice has reported the confirmation of plans for the demolition of the four ‘Views’ flats located in the town. The forthcoming opening of the Hollywood Bowl in Swindon has generated discussion on the Swindon Advertiser Facebook page. This establishment is scheduled to commence operations by the close of the year. Somerset Live has compiled a feature showcasing the County Champions from this year’s carnivals. Travel Somerset is inviting public feedback regarding ongoing works at Puriton Hill in Bridgwater. Bath Street Kitchen has launched an appeal on Facebook for ‘urgent’ donations of items like underwear and socks, intended for individuals in need following the recent drop in temperatures. Furthermore, Bristol Water has issued a warning to residents of Weston-super-Mare about a three-day ‘flushing’ operation, which entails propelling water through the network to clear sediment. This operation commences today. For updates, follow BBC West’s social channels covering Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Story ideas can be submitted via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding our external linking policy is available.