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New animal shelter opens at the Albany County Jail

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A new animal shelter has opened at the Albany County Jail in Colonie. According to Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple, the shelter will expand capacity for the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and give employment opportunities to people experiencing homelessness.

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  1. WNYT Albany

    New animal shelter opens at Albany Co. jail (opens WNYT Albany)

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    WNYT Albany's feed description

    Albany County has opened a new animal shelter that officials say will expand care for dogs and create temporary jobs for people without stable housing.

  2. NEWS10 ABC

    New animal shelter opens at the Albany County Jail (opens NEWS10 ABC)

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    NEWS10 ABC's feed description

    A new animal shelter has opened at the Albany County Jail in Colonie. According to Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple, the shelter will expand capacity for the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and give employment opportunities to people experiencing homelessness.