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Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Updated with video; During their Tuesday morning meeting, the Albany City Commission voted to award the contract to build a new fire station for the Albany Fire Department to PDC Construction In. from Bainbridge.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  The Worth County Commission has passed a measure that may bring fire protection to those not covered in the county.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  Updated with video; MERCK donates $100,000 to build a brand new facility.

Thursday, February 23, 2012  Updated with video;  Help the environment and local causes simeltaneously: Two Lee County organizations are recycling cans to help causes

Monday, November 07, 2011  Worth County residents can bring their dogs to two participating locations to have their pets vaccinated.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011  The Albany Fire Department has set up a tribute to honor those firefighters who lost their lives in the wake of the world trade center attacks.

Friday, August 19, 2011  Updated with video; New group aims to teach teens about public safety careers.

Friday, October 22, 2010  Lee County dedicated its new fire and EMS station today. Fire Officials say the new station will greatly improve their emergency capabilities.

Friday, December 04, 2009  Atlanta fire houses will soon become safe havens for the city's most vulnerable children.

Monday, November 09, 2009  The Cobb Board of Commissioners is expected this week to approve steps toward a new fire station.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009  The Lee County commission says the Smithville Chokee fire station is underway.

Friday, April 10, 2009  Citizens and employees of the Marine Corps Logistics Base can expect faster emergency response times thanks to a new fire station.

Saturday, March 21, 2009  An Albany firefighter has been arrested following a fight at an Albany fire station.