A Positive Businessman: Farmington Local Hero

FARMINGTON, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Alison Murphy, who nominated Patrick LeBouthillier.

Name: Patrick LeBouthillier

Hometown: Farmington

Hero's job: Business

Relationship to nominee: He is my boss

Reason for recognition: Pat is always looking for the good in things, striving to bring positivity and optimism to the community.

One thing to know: Along with strictly adhering to all Covid-19 precautions in order to keep customers and employees safe, Pat also volunteers with the Farmington CERT team and has adorned the area around his shop with brightly colored posters of positivity and hope.

Submitter name: Alison Murphy

Thank you for all you do, Jason LeBouthillier.