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Jim West

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Police/Fire/EMS report for May 17, 2013

The APD responds to at least 45 incidents.

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A-West awarded top small business

A-West Enterprise has been an electrical contracting company in Albany since 2009.

A-West named Small Business of the Year

A-West Enterprise has been an electrical contracting company in Albany since 2009.

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'Most Wanted' fugitive apprehended

Sought of failure to register as a sex offender, Allen Dale Timbes is arrested without incident.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 16, 2013

Albany police respond to at least 29 incidents.

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Law enforcers hold annual barbecue competition

Area law enforcement officers look forward to their traditional cook-off and feast.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 15, 2013

The Albany Police Department responded to at least 39 incidents on Monday and into the early hours of Tuesday.

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Three arrested in pre-dawn smash-and-grabs

In two related burglaries, city and county police join in an early morning chase.

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Arrests listed for Phoebe brawl case

Seven people face charges for the late April altercation.

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Blind citizens concerned with street safety

Preparation for opportunity is key for success regardless of physical challenges, an Albany city commissioner says.

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Judge: Laws must keep pace with technology

Dougherty Probate Judge Nancy Stephenson presents a humorous account of legal changes over the years.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 14, 2013

Albany police respond to at least 96 calls.

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Georgia number two for identity theft

Georgia residents are near the top of the list for ID fraud.

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Discover Expo shows city highlights

Discover Albany Tours and Hospitality Expo gives residents a chance to see the city.

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Fallen police officer to be honored on Monday

A memorial has been set for Lt. Cliff Rouse, who was killed in the line of duty.

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Police/Fire/EMS reeport for May 11, 2013

APD responds to at least 35 incidents.

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Albany airport gets FAA reprieve

Advocates for the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport breath a sigh of temporary relief with news of a tower closing delay.

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One killed in Lee County accident

A Lee County man is killed when his auto collides with a tree.

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Four jailed for cell phone theft

A stolen phone helps police track and apprehend suspects.

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Police/Fire/EMS report for May 10, 2013

APD responds to at least 27 incidents.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 9, 2013

Albany police respond to at least 44 incidents.

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Two plead guilty in MCLB bribery case

Two former employees at the Albany Marine Corps Logistics Base plead guilty to receiving bribes.

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Cash taken from restaurant on North Slappey

Money and other items are taken from Maryland Fried Chicken on North Slappey Boulevard.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 8, 2013

Albany police answer 43 calls.

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Atheist group wants to join with community

Area atheists are gathering, for companionship and to offer their services to the community.

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Black mayors stress teamwork for success

The Georgia Conference of Black Mayors convene and talk about togetherness.

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Lineman's Rodeo unhampered by weather

Chehaw Park's second Georgia Lineman's Rodeo Association Rodeo continues despite intermittent rain.

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Man charged in accident that injures daughter

An Albany man faces charges for causing injuries to his 6-year-old daughter in a traffic accident.

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Police/Fire/EMS report for May 4, 2013

APD responds to at least 34 incidents.

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U.S. Marshals injured in Tifton arrest

A fugitive’s companion attempts to flee the scene by running over federal agents.

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Police/Fire/EMS report for May 3, 2013

APD responds to at least 45 incidents.

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Student truancy crackdown urged

The Dougherty County District Attorney says it's time to get serious about absenteeism.

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Four suspects in drive-by shooting arrested

Police announce arrests of four shooting suspects but are quiet about case specifics.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 2, 2013

Albany Police respond to 40 incidents.

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Alleged accomplice charged in Tift murder

An Adel woman is charged with felony murder in the death of a Tifton man.

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One killed in two-car accident

A two-car accident at the Dougherty/Baker county line claims the life of one.

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Police/Fire/EMS - May 1, 2013 with map

Albany police respond to at least 47 incidents.

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Altercation leads to gun, counterfeit money seizure

An Albany man is facing jail time after police manage to seize guns and nearly $2,000 in counterfeit bills.

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Firefighter makes competitive shoe video

A local firefighter is one of 500 people invited to compete in Under Armour's Spine Venom video competition.

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First Color in the Grove a big success

The first Color in the Grove 5K run and music festival attracts more than 1,000 runners.

Former bank teller sentenced in ID theft

Victoria Metz is sentenced in federal court to four years in prison.

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Homicide victim’s mother makes plea

The mother of Herbert Williams, who was shot to death this month, makes an emotional plea to the community.

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Police/Fire/EMS report for April 27, 2013

APD responds to at least 39 incidents.

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Williams retires after 30 years with the APD

After a long and successful career, Lt. James Williams retires from the Albany Police Department.

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Firefighters take home safety theme to kids

Armed with a principle that earlier is better, the Albany Fire Department takes the Fire Safety Home to second-graders.

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Caregiver indictment handed down

A former caregiver to an elderly woman is among those indicted by a Dougherty County grand jury.

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Police/Fire/EMS - April 24, 2013

Albany police respond to at least 21 incidents.

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The One Day Project plants downtown butterfly garden

A local coalition seeks to beautify the area by attracting Monarch butterflies.

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911 dispatchers get recognition

“Unsung” emergency defenders are honored with National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.

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Fire Department trains with new platform truck

Priced at just under $1 million, the AFD’s new aerial platform truck helps save lives and keep fire insurance rates low.

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