'Union flags raised' and 'yellow weather warning'

Coastal communities will be affected by strong winds this weekend

Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.

Our pick of local website stories

Union flags have been raised on every lamppost along several residential streets in Bedminster. Bristol Live reported on how this upset some of the neighbours.

Police are still investigating after a mosque in Taunton had its windows smashed last weekend. Somerset Live posted an image of two men police would like to speak to in connection with the incident.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, with 80mph (128km) winds predicted to hit the UK this weekend. Somerset Live says coastal areas will be affected by strong winds.

Salisbury Journal has asked if the barracks in Wiltshire, such as Tidworth, could house asylum seekers under new government plans.

And Burnham-on-Sea.com has reported that Somerset Council is assessing if flags on lampposts are too much of a distraction for motorists.

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What to watch on social media

Bristol Rovers has announced the release of free sensory packs for supporters who experience challenges with sensory processing.

Irish singer-songwriter Gilbert O'Sullivan posted a tribute to musician Rick Davies from Supertramp, who died aged 81.

And the former Bristol City midfielder Josh Brownhill signed for the Saudi Pro League.