He Helps Neighbors During Storms: North Haven Hero

NORTH HAVEN, 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 Amber Collette, who nominated Cesar Perez Toledo of North Haven.

Name: Cesar Perez Toledo

Hometown: North Haven

Hero's job: He’s a truck driver

Submitter name: Amber Collette

Relationship to nominee: Husband

Reason for recognition: There have been many storms lately, knocking down trees and causing problems for the community. During those storms my husband grabbed the saw and helped neighbors and others around the neighborhood take care of those problems.

One thing to know: He is the best/loving father a person could ask for.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Connecticut here.

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