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Albany’s lone Flock camera disappears

Written March 20th, 2026 by Hasso Hering

Albany’s only Flock Safety license plate reader used to be mounted on a light pole on the northwest corner of Ellsworth Street and First Avenue. Now it’s gone. Somebody apparently swiped it.


Camera disabled over council’s worries

Written February 26th, 2026 by Hasso Hering

Albany’s sole Flock Safety surveillance camera has been temporarily disabled as a result of city council action on Wednesday night, but for now the camera equipment will stay in place.


Driving into Albany, you’re being recorded

Written December 1st, 2025 by Hasso Hering

If you’ve driven across the Ellsworth Street Bridge lately — and who in Albany hasn’t? — chances are a photo of your vehicle and plate number was recorded and stored for 30 days.


 
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