The filing period for the March 5 primary elections ended on Monday, with incumbent Pct. 1 commissioner Steve Riley drawing an opponent on the final day.

For the fourth consecutive year, Albany will honor its veterans at the Albany Cemetery withaChristmaswreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 16.

For the second year, the Aztec Theater is playing host to a free showing of a Christmas-themed film during the holiday season. “Elf,” starring Will Ferrell, will be shown on Sunday, Dec.

Albany News readers and advertisers are reminded that there will be no paper published on Dec. 28 during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.

The deadline for nominations for the Albany Chamber of Commerce house decorating contest has been extended until Friday, Dec. 15 at 5:00 p.m.

Glenda Mueller, age 71 of Santa Fe, passed away Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m.,Friday,Dec.8atAlbany Cemetery. Interment will follow under the direction of Morehart Mortuary.

Walter Beams, age 52 of Albany, passed away Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, Dec. 8 at Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church of Albany with Steve Waller officiating. Intermentwillfollowinthe Albany Cemetery under the direction of Morehart Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 7 at Morehart Mortuary of Albany.

The deadline for contributing to the local Toys for Tots campaign is fast approaching with Marine SSgt.DougBeatyplanning his final collection run for Monday, Dec. 11.

$ 20,325 of $ 45,000 goal The Albany Chest is continuing to move toward its fundraising goal of $45,000 for the 2023 campaign. The campaign had raised $20,325 as of Tuesday, Dec.

The First Baptist Church of Albany youth group will hold a Christmas bake sale starting at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, Dec.