'Selflessness, Determined, Honest': Patch Heroes

EAST HAVEN, CT —When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Rosalenas Martoni, who nominated Maria Ceniccola.

Name of the nominee:
Maria Ceniccola

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Full time Mother, Deli, Bartender and Bookkeeper for a law firm

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She’s does everything possible to help her family and anyone else. She goes above and beyond to help anyone in need.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Selflessness, determined and honest.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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