The start of a new year is a time for celebrating, and local officials, along with emergency responders remind county residents to make sure that any fireworks used in the festivities are handled safely and legally.

The Albany Chest is a little over 65 percent toward its fundraising goalasthe2024campaign begins winding down. AlbanyChesttreasurer KalicoLeechsaidthefund has raised $31,535.75 as of Tuesday, Dec.

The Albany PTO will host its first-ever Christmas Movie Night this Friday, Dec. 20, at the Aztec Theater.

Volunteer Zack Waggoner was named ‘Firefighter of the Year’ during theAlbanyVolunteer FireDepartment’sannual awards presentation and Christmas party. Fire Chief Joel Viertel explained that to be named ‘Firefighter of the Year,’ a firefighter typically needs to demonstrate a consistent record of dedicated service within their department and community, includingactsofheroism, outstanding leadership, dedication to training, significant community involvement, and a positive reputation within the fire service, often going above and beyond expected duties.

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The Albany Ministerial Alliance Food Basket program was another success this year, according to Tisha Wilkins, Alliance secretary. Baskets were delivered on Dec.

Localchurchesaremaking plans for Christmas services and programs as the holiday draws near. Bethel Assembly Bethel Assembly invites everyone to come as you are, bring family and friends to celebrate the joy, peace, and hope of Christmas in worship and praise beginning at 6 p.m.

More than 200 Nancy Smith Elementary School students participated Wednesday, Dec. 11, in the school’s inaugural Jingle Run with dozens of turkeys handed out to familiesinthecommunity.

While most high school juniors are still getting used to having a driver’s license, Cache Clark has gone one step further. Clark, a junior at Albany High School, qualified for his pilot’s license on Thursday, Nov.