Albany Today, Oct. 5

Albany was once known by a different official name, as well as an unofficial name and an uncomfortable nickname, all of which culminated in a year-long deliberation on what the city should be called.

Before Albany was Albany: The debate to name the city

Albany became the city’s official name only after residents considered alternatives, including “Cerrito.”

Albany ScannerKaren Sorensen

In other news

The Albany Fire Department's annual Pancake Breakfast takes place Saturday, Oct. 10, from 8 a.m. to noon at the fire station (1000 San Pablo Ave.).

Guests can participate in a raffle, view natural gas safety demos and a live fire, and meet Sparky the Fire Dog. Pancakes are prepared by Albany firefighters.

Tickets can be purchased at the door. Admission costs $12 for adults and $8 for kids ages 3-12). The event is free for those 2 and younger. Proceeds benefit the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation.

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An open house next week will give residents a chance to weigh in as the district develops its bond spending priorities.

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