Fight the Blight

By Albany Herald News

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June 1, 2016

A blighted home sits in the Old Northside district of Albany.(Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

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Local officials are trying to curb urban blight through the new Albany Fight the Blight campaign.

Officials say boarded-up buildings contribute to the blight issue that plagues downtown Albany. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

Several blighted homes are located on the same block in Albany’s downtown district. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

Broken windows are among the issues that add to the dilapidated appearance of blighted properties in Albany. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

This abandoned home is one of many located in or near downtown Albany. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

Albany police officials say abandoned buildings are inviting hangouts for drug dealers and users in the city. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

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