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She Runs The Food Pantry: Patch Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories! Like Dianne Romans.

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 Kathy Alison, who nominated Dianne Romans.
Name of the nominee:
Dianne Romans
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Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes
What does the nominee do for work?:
She is a volunteer President of the East Haven Food Pantry.
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Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She has ensured that during this Covid-19 pandemic the Food Pantry would remain open to serve the people in need of food. She has been there each day it has been open, secured additional volunteers, and implemented a system whereas both the patrons and the volunteers are protected.
What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Dianne is totally committed to making life better for those in need.
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