🌱 New York City Patch: Everything Going On Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the New York City Patch newsletter. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today we have these stories and more:

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But first, today's weather:

An a.m. shower, then rain. High: 44 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories today in New York City:

1. NYC’s 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists (Eater NY)
2. The Database of Fentanyl Overdose; Call Senator Gillibrand; Crime in NYC; Your Favorite Movies in 2022 | The Brian Lehrer Show (WNYC)
3. River Fund Offers Food and Educational Support to New Yorkers (NYC Food Policy Center)
4. New Yorker of the Week | Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright looks to be a champion for New York’s disabled (AMNY)
5. Police officer injured by hit-and-run driver during Bronx car stop (AMNY)
6. 12 alleged gang members arrested meth trafficking ring raids in Washington Heights and Hamilton Heights in Manhattan (WABC-TV)
7. New York City works to count homeless residents living on streets (WABC-TV)
8. New York City to test agencies with 'secret shoppers' (POLITICO)
9. Basement apartment pilot fizzles, showing need for state action (The Real Deal)
10. Finally, a genuinely inclusive early childhood education for NYC families (opinion) (SILive.com)
11. New York farmers call for unemployment debt relief (Spectrum News NY1)
12. NY unemployment: Excluded workers push for coverage amid economic woes (The Journal News)
13. Readers sound off on post-conviction relief, the Bronx Zoo and fraud (New York Daily News)
14. NYC Council Member Rita Joseph pushes for creation of anti-bullying task force (News 12 Bronx)
15. Fed up NYC merchants set up private patrols to combat crime (New York Post )
16. Runner Safety Awareness Week 2023 (FOX 5 New York)
17. New York State Convicted Him. Now It’s Made Him a Weed Pioneer. (The New York Times)
18. Ex-con Larry Atkinson charged in 1994 NYC double-slay claims he's innocent in court: 'I didn't do it!' (New York Post )
19. Mayor Eric Adams wimps out on fight for the good schools his core NYC voters demand (New York Post )
20. Equal Rights Amendment will head to New York voters next year (NYS State of Politics)
21. Migrants busted for shoplifting won't be deported -- unless they're convicted (New York Post )
22. NYCHA rent collection plummets to 65% -- a record low for agency (New York Post )
23. Former President Donald Trump drops appeal, ending legal fight over New York probe (Newsday)
24. A look at how cryptocurrency benefits New York (City & State)
25. Troubled Midtown rental saga headed for a foreclosure finale (The Real Deal)
26. Max Politics Podcast: Roberto Ramírez on Hector LaSalle's Nomination for Chief Judge and Latino Representation in New York (Gotham Gazette)
27. State's first South Asian assemblywoman pushes for Diwali holiday (Times Union )
28. NY man arraigned on felony theft charges in 2020 theft of $65K of jewelry from Westport home (Darien Times)
29. NYC storm: Winter weather to bring snow, heavy rain to parts of region (FOX 5 New York)
30. PingPod is opening three new spots in NYC this year (Time Out)

Today in New York City:

From my notebook:

• New York Giants: "Brian Daboll has been named the 2022 NFC Coach of the Year by the 101 Awards" (New York Giants via Instagram)
• New York Giants: "Kayvon Thibodeaux named to 2022 PFWA All-Rookie Team" (New York Giants via Instagram)
• New York Jets: "@garrettwilson & @saucegardner are PFWA's Offensive & Defensive Rookies of the Year!" (New York Jets via Instagram)
• New York Jets: "𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐄 @garrettwilson 𝐑𝐎𝐘 🗣️✅ Link in BIO" (New York Jets via Instagram)
• New York Jets: "Unforgettable moment: The Stiff Arm 💪" (New York Jets via Instagram)
• NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs: "💔We are devastated to share that our beloved Cleo has crossed the rainbow bridge after a long battle with pneumonia. Her passing was peaceful and pain-free, surrounded by people who loved her, cared for her, and will mourn her absence. ..." (NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs via Facebook)
• NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs: "🚨SOS! We received a heart-wrenching plea for help from a family in need. A few weeks ago, a large cyst developed on their 13-year-old min pin’s leg (photo in comments). It grew rapidly, and when they took her to a vet, they were informe..." (NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs via Facebook)
• NYC Parks: "Whether or not NYC gets its first snow tomorrow, breaking our second longest snowless streak on record, you can still enjoy snowdrops as they pop up in parks across the city! Snowdrops are some of the first flowers to emerge each year. ..." (NYC Parks via Instagram)
• New York Instagram: "An Italian winter wonderland is now at @eatalyflatiron's rooftop ❄️🏙️ SERRA by Birreria has transformed into a cozy countryside escape featuring a new menu of hearty ingredients, season-infused sips (such as winter Spritzes and Italian ..." (New York Instagram via Instagram)
• City of New York: "Did you hear the news about our Small Business Opportunity Fund? Together with @nycsmallbiz, @goldmansachs, @mastercard and @crfusa, we have created the largest public-private loan fund in our city's history that will be directed at sma..." (City of New York via Instagram)
• Mayor Eric Adams: "We are finally ending the taxi medallion crisis and turning the tide for hard-working taxi drivers in #newyorkcity. Together with @senschumer and @nyctaxi Chair David Do, we have provided more than $350 million in debt relief to nearly ..." (Mayor Eric Adams via Instagram)
• Mayor Eric Adams: "New Yorkers, this Thursday I will deliver my State of the City address from the Queens Theatre. I can't think of a better place to share why I'm so optimistic about the future of our city and how we're Getting Stuff Done. Join me at 12pm!" (Mayor Eric Adams via Instagram)
• Mayor Eric Adams: "Since day one, we have been focused on helping small businesses in #newyorkcity thrive. The NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund is the largest public-private loan fund for small businesses in our history. It will offer $75 million to bu..." (Mayor Eric Adams via Instagram)
• NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs: "🖤Meet Banks, a sweet boy who was surrendered to our care by his previous family, who can no longer care for him. We adopted Banks out as a puppy in 2020, and while we are sad about his situation, we are glad he's back with us. Banks is ..." (NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs via Facebook)
• NYC Mayor's Office: "Tomorrow's forecast is tricky, NYC. We expect to see our first snow accumulation in the morning — about half an inch. BUT, we expect heavy rain to start in the afternoon and then strong winds in the evening. Prepare for a cold, wet and w..." (NYC Mayor's Office via Facebook)
• City of New York: "Our street and subway outreach teams are helping vulnerable New Yorkers into safe housing. In the heat of the summer or the cold nights of winter, these individuals work 24/7 across all 5 boroughs to get those experiencing homelessness ..." (City of New York via Instagram)
• NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs: "Meet Amy Maria. This precious Chi mix was rescued from an unsafe living situation where she was being abused and made to sleep outside. Now, little Amy is being fostered in New York by one of our brilliant volunteers who has nothing but ..." (NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs via Facebook)
• New York Botanical Garden: "Orchid Nights, New York City’s most fantastical night out, is returning this March where you can be immersed in a colorful array of orchids designed by acclaimed artist Lily Kwong. Make your spring Saturday nights Insta-worthy as you exp..." (New York Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• New-York Historical Society: "Rena Drexler was liberated from the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland on May 8, 1945, and moved to Germany, where she and her husband, Harry, began their new lives working in a deli. ⁣ ⁣ The Drexlers moved to Los Angeles in 1951 and..." (New-York Historical Society via Facebook)
• NYC: The Official Guide: "In this episode of NYC Local Legends, Hector Espinal Jr., co-founder of the running club We Run Uptown (WRU Crew), takes us around his Washington Heights neighborhood. As the uptown native explores the area and connects with other locals..." (NYC: The Official Guide via Facebook)
• Mayor Eric Adams: "How do we bring our city together? By Breaking Bread and Building Bonds. Join us now in Manhattan." (Mayor Eric Adams via Facebook)
• NYC Mayor's Office: "THIS THURSDAY: Mayor Eric Adams will give the State of the City address live from the Queens Theatre at 12 pm!" (NYC Mayor's Office via Facebook)
• Mayor Eric Adams: "Thanks to the work of our Fair Student Funding Working Group, we are prioritizing the needs and voices of students who have been long forgotten. This is only the beginning of turning New York City public schools into a thoughtful institu..." (Mayor Eric Adams via Facebook)
• Central Park: "Timeless 🤩 Our staff has been taking photos of the Park since the #CentralParkConservancy’s founding in 1980, documenting its landscapes, events, restoration work, and more. Explore our digitized images of snowy Park scenes from the 198..." (Central Park via Facebook)
• Central Park: "Ever wonder why Turtle Pond is turtle-free in the winter? 🐢 Find out how our reptilian residents have adapted to survive the cold!" (Central Park via Facebook)
• Columbia University: "What do Lunar New Year celebrations look like for Columbians? 🧧 Four Columbia University School of Professional Studies students and staff shared their families’ traditions and their intentions for the new year. " (Columbia University via Facebook)
• The High Line: "30th Street to Gansevoort Street in 36 seconds." (The High Line via Facebook)
• NYC DOT: "We joined New York City Department of Cultural Affairs at Weeksville Heritage Center (an Open Streets partner) in #Brooklyn to call attention to the opportunities for cultural orgs & community groups to host, manage & program activities ..." (NYC DOT via Facebook)
• NYC: The Official Guide: "You did take advantage of #NYCBroadwayWeek's 2-for-1 tickets and seat upgrades, right? Continues through February 12. Browse shows and book seats now!" (NYC: The Official Guide via Facebook)
• NYC DOT: "The St. Nicks Alliance is one of our BQE Corridor Vision Community Partners. St. Nicks Alliance seeks to transform the lives of low- and moderate-income people through employment, education, housing, and health care. They do this by deli..." (NYC DOT via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hudson Hts (W184-Overlook): "Unfortunately, the bookshelf area at the Fort Washington /185th subway has become a dumping area for clothing and household items. - Sadly, these get scattered and with the graffiti and boxes and debris that collects there it’s become a ..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Kips Bay (E26-3rd-E32-2nd): "Spectrum for tv and mobile is going from $140 to $200 which seems outrageous. - What other options are there if you want regular network tv, some cable stations and internet? Thanks in advance for your recommendations!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, UWS (W79-Columbus-W86-Amsterdam): "Hi, I am looking for a good oral surgeon for my son's wisdom tooth removal. - He has sensory issues so need someone patient. Preferably taking dental insurance. Any leads would be appreciated!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hudson Hts (W187th-CabriniBlvd): "FREE CONCERT this Friday, Jan 27, 7-8pm! - Our Savior’s Atonement, 178 Bennett Avenue Featuring SONYC, the String Orchestra of New York City (It's a vibrant and feisty conductor-less string orchestra!) http://www.stringorchestraofnyc.o..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Wash Hts S (168-Haven-173-Bwy): "Hi! - Im looking for a cleaning person. For the living room, hallway, kitchen, & bathroom. We don’t need our 3 bedrooms cleaned. Its a pretty clean tidy apt already, but we want a real cleaning twice a month :) Let me know." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hamilton Hts (W148St-Broadway): "Hi There! - Are you in the market for a new job, and want to tap into a new industry yet can’t figure out quite how to re-write and position your resume to catch the recruiters attention? Well! I am an expert in HR and have years of exp..." (Nextdoor)
• Lamp Repair, Neighbor: "How To Install Ceiling Light Mounting Brackets? Installing Mounting brackets helps to clutch, connect, install or protect shade and covered applications. These brackets support hardware and are made of Aluminum, Galvanised steel, and sta..." (Patch Neighbor Posts)

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— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

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