Woburn Heroes: Help Recognize More People Making A Difference

WOBURN, MA — The adage 'not all heroes wear capes' is more apparent now than ever. Countless people are putting themselves in danger by simply showing up to work in essential roles for our communities, risking possible infection from the new coronavirus.

At the height of the outbreak in Massachusetts, Woburn reported dozens of positive tests in a single day. Twenty-eight residents have died, as of July 10.

Doctors, nurses, police and grocery store workers alike are just some of the professions with a high potential for exposure to the virus. Patch wants to recognize as many of these heroes as possible. Woburn residents have made multiple nominations, including:

'She Just Wants To Give Back': Woburn Patch Hero Andrea LaLumiere

Woburn resident Andrea LaLumiere has coordinated mask and food donations through the Woburn Coronavirus Neighbors Helping Neighbors group.

"Andrea doesn't realize that she is making such a difference in our community. She just wants to give back to all," her nominator wrote.

'A Single Mother Working Countless Hours': Woburn Patch Hero

Woburn's Elizabeth Fishlin started a fundraiser to provide meals for healthcare workers around the region.

"Elizabeth is a single mother who is working countless hours, day and night, to provide not just for her own family but for so many others. Truly and inspiration."

We know you've encountered or seen them around town, and we want to help recognize as many of these heroes as possible. If the heroism happened a while ago, at the height of the outbreak, that's okay.

Let us know about those making a difference in this difficult time by filling out the form below and we'd be happy to share their impact with the rest of the community.