ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Albany County Sheriff Craig D. Apple, Sr. is set to swear in 17 new Deputy Sheriffs Wednesday morning.
The new deputies will begin their training at the academy on September 19, with the program running for 28 weeks until their graduation on April 3, 2026.
As crime rates continue to rise, the need for Deputy Sheriffs has never been more urgent,” said Sheriff Apple. “Our community relies on a strong visible law enforcement presence to ensure public safety, respond to emergencies and deter criminal activity…