🌱 Surviving COVID In NYC + Sunset Park Jobs, Pet Adoptions

Good morning, Sunset Park! Your usual curator, Dashiel, is off today, but I am here to fill in and keep you up-to-date on all of your local happenings. Now, here's what you need to know, in 5 minutes or less. — Danielle Fallon

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First, today's weather:

Variable clouds; not as cool. High: 50 Low: 41.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Sunset Park today:

1. For many, 2021 began with renewed hope as the vaccination campaign ramped up and the city slowly reopened. The surging Delta variant, and later, Omicron, complicated the effort. THE CITY shared its collection of photos that document how New Yorkers survived COVID-19 this year. The collection includes snapshots of essential workers lining up for their first vaccines, people and businesses giving back to the community, and refrigerated trucks in Sunset Park storing the bodies of COVID victims. (THE CITY)
2. There's nothing like a furry friend to warm up those chilly winter days. Check out this week's list of cats and dogs waiting at Brooklyn shelters. (Sunset Park Patch)
3. Looking for full- or part-time work in the Sunset Park area? Here's who's hiring in New York City. (Sunset Park Patch)

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Today in Sunset Park:

• Teen Open Access - Sunset Park Recreation Center (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• In October, Fifth Avenue Committee launched its new strategic plan advancing its commitment to economic, racial, and social justice. The organization is now asking for donations to make it happen. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.