Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Alabama Hero Goes Above & Beyond Helping Others & Volunteering
"Hubert is a behind-the-scenes type person who never toots his own horn. He lives by the motto love your neighbor as yourself."
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Batavia, IL|News|
'He Has The Biggest Heart': Batavia Hero Gets Recognized
A years-long teacher and coach for children, Dennis Piron loves to see his students and players succeed, his friend said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Silver Spring, MD|News|
Local Hero: Holly Agouridis Makes Life Better In Silver Spring
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Silver Spring.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Local Hero: Janet Pulver Quietly Makes Life Better In Farmington
Here’s Why Janet Pulver Was Shouted Out As a Farmington Local Hero
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
Local Hero: Gary Turco Quietly Makes Life Better In Newington
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Newington.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Local Hero: Kayla Krasnow Quietly Makes Life Better In Fairfield
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Fairfield.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|News|
Local Hero: Pamela Adams Quietly Makes Life Better In Rockville
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Rockville.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Myrtle Beach, SC|News|
Myrtle Beach Hero Organizes Volunteers, Leads Many Acts Of Kindness
“Shirley [Oesterle] is committed to making our community and the world at large a better place,” says a friend and fellow volunteer.
Patch Local Heroes, Patch Staff
Edina, MN|News|
Local Hero: Ryan And Kristina Fey Quietly Make Life Better In Edina
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Edina.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Local Hero: Veteran Mike Phillips Quietly Makes Life Better In Bel Air
U.S. Air Force veteran Mike Phillips spends his days educating youth and his free time raising money for Special Olympics of Maryland.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Huntsville, AL|News|
Manna House Director "Has A Heart For People," Helps Feed Community
Fran Fluhler has worked to build Manna House into a place where people can go for food, clothing, diapers and more.
Patch Local Heroes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Local Hero: Wendi McKenzie Quietly Makes Life Better In Plainfield
Despite not receiving much acknowledgment for her actions, the submission reads, McKenzie puts "her all into everything that she does."
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Local Hero: Machinist Saves Co-Worker Injured On Job
Here’s why Andrew Launius received a shout out from his friend for being a local hero.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Local Hero: Williamson Quietly Makes Life Better In Atlanta
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Atlanta.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Rye, NY|News|
'This Is His Mission, His Heart And Soul': Rye Hero Inspires
Rather than waiting for someone else to solve the problem, Pasquale Falco started a food bank in his home and feeds thousands each week.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Here’s Why Marguerite O'Connor Was Selected As a Glenview Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Glenview.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Nurse Who Was 'Always There To Help The Sick': Commack Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Commack.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Critical Care Paramedic Nominated As Northport Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Northport.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Star Student Athletes: McLean Twins Make Positive Impact On Community
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Local Heroes: Ashley And Vicky Omekam Give Back To Arlington
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here are twins, born and raised in Arlington, who are having an impact on the community.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Potomac, MD|News|
Local Hero: Potomac's Curtis Southworth Helps Families In Need
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's a Potomac teacher, who cares for his students as well as people in the community.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Local Hero: Mark Babiak Connects With Homeless Individuals In Bethesda
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's someone who is dedicated to his work with homeless individuals in Bethesda.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|News|
Local Hero: Robert Swansen Quietly Makes Life Better In Waterford
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Waterford.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
New London, CT|News|
Local Hero: Juan Castillo Quietly Makes Life Better In New London
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in New London.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Groton, CT|News|
Local Hero: Sarah Lee Willey Quietly Makes Life Better In Groton
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Groton.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Local Hero: Kenneth W. Korsu Quietly Makes Life Better In Southbury
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Southbury.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|News|
Local Hero: Joanne Larrow Quietly Makes Life Better In Oxford
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Oxford.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|News|
Local Hero: Carol May Quietly Makes Life Better In Bethany/Woodbridge
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Bethany, Woodbridge.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Local Hero: John Tackling Quietly Makes Life Better In Stonington
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Stonington.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|News|
Local Hero: Brian Burke Quietly Makes Life Better In Norwich
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Norwich.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
Local Hero: Roegers Quietly Make Life Better In Woodstock-Towne Lake
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here are two local residents who are having an impact in Woodstock-Towne Lake.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, GA|News|
Local Hero: Hingst Quietly Makes Life Better In Lawrenceville
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Lawrenceville.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Social Worker And Football Coach Named 'Local Hero'
Patch has launched an initiative to help recognize the heroes making a difference in their communities.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|News|
Local Hero: Julie Livingston Of Nonprofit Living Stones
Know someone making a difference in town? Find out here how to nominate them as a local hero.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Acworth, GA|News|
Local Hero: Canningtons Quietly Make Life Better In Acworth
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here are two local residents who are having an impact in Acworth.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
North Branford, CT|News|
Local Hero: David Burich Quietly Makes Life Better In North Branford
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in North Branford.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Athens, GA|News|
Wilson, An Athens Professional, Cited As Local Hero: Here’s Why
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Athens.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Berkeley Local Heroes: Help Patch Recognize People Making Life Better
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Berkeley with contributions big and small.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Alameda Local Heroes: Help Patch Recognize People Making Life Better
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Alameda with contributions big and small.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|News|
Castro Valley Local Heroes: Help Recognize People Making Life Better
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Castro Valley with contributions big and small.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff