'Inspiring tales' and 'hopes of FA cup giant-slaying'

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

Somerset Live features the inspirational story of a man who abused drugs from the age of nine and managed to turn his life around. He now runs three supported living sites and is working on a memoir.

The Mirror is running an interview with a woman whose heart stopped for 17 minutes after she collapsed at the gym. She is now a mum and plays for the British Transplant volley ball team.

Plans to build on one of Stroud's main public car parks could deter "hundreds of visitors every week," the Stroud News and Journal reports. Stroud District Council unveiled the controversial proposals for the Cheapside car park last year.

A school in Chippenham has received a Young Carers in Schools Award for the way it identifies young carers and helps them balance their education with their responsibilities at home.

Former Royal Air Force servicewoman Margaret Griffiths has celebrated her 100th birthday, according to the Veteran's Foundation. Her motto is: "Onwards and upwards and don't give up."

Swindon Town might have the chance to play Manchester City at the Etihad if they can beat Salford away next week. Needless to say fans are very excited.

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