City of Albany issued the following announcement on Oct. 28.
Mayor Tom Kasner would like to inform the residents that the observance of Halloween in the City of Albany will be held on Thursday, October 31st . Patrol Officers will be on duty from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the safety of the little goblins as they trade their tricks for treats. City residents who wish to participate in the celebration are asked to turn their porch lights on to make the little demons of darkness welcome. Mayor Tom Kasner wishes everyone a safe Halloween!
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