Local Heroes: Warrington Teen Steps Up As Essential Worker

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 Christine Kiriloff of Warrington, who nominated her daughter Emma Kiriloff.

Where the nominee lives: Warrington

Where the person who nominated the hero lives: Warrington

Name of the nominee: Emma Kiriloff

Name of the person who nominated the hero: Christine Kiriloff

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

What does the nominee do for work?: Works at Giant

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?

Emma is a senior at CB South. She did not work at Giant prior to Covid-19. Despite all the disappointment surrounding all the losses of her senior year, when she heard that Giant was desperate for help, she didn’t hesitate to put herself on the front lines and help wherever needed. This sums up her caring personality and her strong work ethic. While most people are nice, there are daily stories of people not being nice to her.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:

She will be a going to East Carolina University to study music therapy in the fall.

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