This report compiles daily news selections from local websites throughout the West of England, alongside noteworthy content from social media platforms. According to Bristol Live, planters have been installed at St George’s park with the aim of deterring vans from stopping in the area. The Salisbury Journal reports that a planning application has been submitted for the conversion of the former Cathedral Hotel into a five-star hotel, complete with a restaurant and bar. In Bristol, residents have engaged in speculation regarding the origin of an unexplained eggy ‘gas cloud’. Longleat has announced the creation of “one of the heaviest lanterns” ever featured at its yearly Festival of Light exhibition. This lantern weighs five tonnes, which the safari park and stately-home estate describes as “more than two times the weight of a white rhino”. Weston-super-Mare AFC is marking a significant achievement as the team extends its remarkable unbeaten streak to 14 games. Furthermore, a dog named Peppa required rescue in Clevedon after falling onto rocks situated beneath Waines Hill, according to the Clevedon Coastguard Rescue Team. Readers are invited to follow BBC West’s social media channels across 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 its approach to external linking is available. Post navigation Tandem Hearse Secured for Man’s Final Wish Royal Palace Curtains Repurposed for Charity Auction