Mail Carrier Called Out For Efforts: Hopatcong Hero

HOPATCONG, NJ — 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

Where the nominee lives:
Hopatcong

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Hopatcong

Name of the nominee:
Mike Hornick

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Stacey Hornick

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
Mailman

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Mike is one of the most dedicated people I know. He is working 6 days a week delivering mail and an extraordinary amount of Amazon packages and other packages to all of those quarantined at home. He is always at a threat of exposure but feels it is an honor to be a part of the front line effort.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Mike always thinks of others before himself...delivering letter to and from the Easter Bunny so a child would not miss out this year.

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