'Always Willing To Help Others': Scotch Plains Hero

SCOTCH PLAINS, 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.

This submission comes from Joan Donovan of Scotch Plains, who nominated her daughter Deanna Dell Bene of Scotch Plains:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Student

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Always willing to stop everything to help others. Will make sure if someone wants or needs anything she won't stop until she helps

Thank you for all you do, Deanna!

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