> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.albanyscanner.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Albany Today, Sept. 15 - URL: https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/09/16/newsletters/albany-today-sept-15-2026/ - Published: 2026-09-16T00:00:32.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-16T00:00:31.000Z - Description: Flowerland marquee needs your help. - Author: Editor's desk - Tags: Newsletters, #newsletters The Flowerland marquee, a Solano Avenue fixture for nearly 80 years, was recently taken down for restoration. Flowerland has launched a fundraiser to help bring the iconic sign back. [After nearly 80 years, Flowerland marquee needs helpRestoring the marquee requires a new foundation, permits and earthquake upgrades. A community fundraiser is underway.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-33f726f8-536e-4dd7-bdfa-4934eb4b1f63.png)Albany ScannerKaren Sorensen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/800468823_18625175344012191_4443455976675081965_n-98ef7fa8-db42-4d8c-9126-0c5edbd5f880.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/09/15/community/after-nearly-80-years-flowerland-marquee-needs-help/) [![CTA Image](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/2026/09/double-down-icon.png)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/support/) When you support Albany Scanner, you help make local news available to everyone. Double down through Sept. 30, when every first-time gift is matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000\. [****Double your impact →**](https://www.albanyscanner.com/support/) [Double Down On Albany News ](https://www.albanyscanner.com/support/) ## In other news The Golden State Valkyries are partnering with Friends of Albany Library to launch the team's first library card decal in Alameda County. Visit Albany Library between [3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday](https://rsvp.goldenstate.com/librarycardlaunchalbanylibrary?ref=albanyscanner.com) to pick up your Valkyries library card. Library decals will be available at Alameda County branches starting Thursday, Sept. 17. Also: Berkeley is clearing its last large homeless camp Tuesday, citing a fire hazard, public nuisance and the need for rodent abatement. [Berkeley clears Harrison Street homeless camp, citing hazardsThe closure follows a lengthy legal battle over the rights of disabled campers.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/The-Berkeley-Scanner_Icon_Color-51184344-36e0-4ba2-ab45-fe5d42857831.jpg)The Berkeley ScannerEmilie Raguso![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/DSC04962-1-c9bba4cc-554f-4ddd-964d-13fdee829861.jpg)](https://www.berkeleyscanner.com/2026/09/15/community/berkeley-clears-harrison-street-homeless-camp-citing-hazards/?ref=albanyscanner.com) ## In case you missed it [Eunice Gourmet owner plans new Solano Avenue cafeAlbany’s Eunice Gourmet Cafe has been a Solano Avenue fixture since 1998.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-9bdc21fd-223e-4b50-a810-805dc792cf9b.png)Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_3717-b82fef3e-3dd0-48c4-b719-93d6c79b6ee5.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/09/14/community/eunice-gourmet-owner-plans-new-solano-avenue-cafe/) [Before the clock came down, it kept ‘Mr. Albany’ timeThe vintage clock, damaged over the summer, honored Jerome Blank. The Scanner wanted to learn more about him.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-16dd4659-c6eb-4db2-b59c-4b11e8dba843.png)Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/721089235_10163354669402815_3730744973669756032_n-8a472909-d84b-484e-8bc0-1e420251376e.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/18/community/albany-jerome-blank-broken-clock-solano-avenue/) Share [photos, video and tips](https://www.albanyscanner.com/tips/) with Albany Scanner. **Read [ more stories](https://www.albanyscanner.com/archive/) • Learn [about us](https://www.albanyscanner.com/about/) • 👋 Follow us on [social media](https://www.albanyscanner.com/about/#social-media)** --- *P.S. Did someone forward you this email? Sign yourself up for Albany Today.* [Get Albany Scanner in your inbox - free!](https://www.albanyscanner.com/albany-scanner-email-signup/) --- 💡 ****Quick link:** [****Access your account**](https://www.albanyscanner.com/#/portal/account) **on our website.**