Events are taking place across the West Country to mark the 800th anniversary.
Residents say they are not getting value for money from their council tax bills.
Michael Kean-Price said his role was his "dream job", having been inspired to take it up aged 10.
A couple share the secrets to staying married for 70 years as they celebrate in Tewkesbury.
Planned votes in the Forest of Dean, Cotswolds and Tewkesbury next year will not go ahead.
A developer hoping to build 100 homes pledges to ensure that drainage systems can support its plans.
The council has spent millions already planning the works to ease traffic and create employment space.
The new council for the whole of Gloucestershire will come into operation in April 2028.
Tewkesbury Borough Council says "bin blight" is spoiling the historic town centre.
