New York Local Heroes
Patch honors those who do great things in our communities. These people help make life a little brighter for us all.
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Huntington, NY|News|
Volunteer EMT 'Always Caring For Others': Huntington Local Hero
"He responds to any emergencies and had been instrumental in leading crews and organizing supply procurement doing the pandemic."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Pearl River, NY|News|
She Served Tea To Customers Waiting Outside: Local Hero
Angela Kempsey uplifts everyone, which is especially welcome during these times, says a co-worker.
Lanning Taliaferro, Patch Staff
Nanuet, NY|News|
Hometown Heroes: Utility Crews Work Christmas On Power Outages
"I just want to wish our customers a safe, Merry Christmas and let them know that ... we won't stop until their power's back," said one.
Lanning Taliaferro, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Gym Owner Who 'Saved A Man's Life': Northport Local Hero
A member experiencing cardiac arrest was saved by the owner of Gold's Gym in East Northport, according to the person who nominated him.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
'All The Nurses Look To Nicole For Guidance': Huntington Hero
Nicole Uterano-Ferrar writes the policies and procedures for more than 200 nurses in what has been a crazy year due to the coronavirus.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Mask Donor Who 'Would Accept No Money': Northport Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
'COVID-19 Never Stops' This Nurse: Huntington Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Kings Park, NY|News|
'Fearless, Relentless' Nurse: Kings Park Local Hero
Jennifer DiSpigno Smith, a nurse at Huntington Hospital who worked during the height of the coronavirus outbreak, was recognized as a hero.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
She 'Places Herself In Jeopardy Every Day': Huntington Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
He Gives 'Wigs Free Of Charge': Northport Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Man Collects Food Year Round For Those In Need: Hometown Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: FIT Student Donating Profits To Cancer Research
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Local Resident Collects Toys For Sick Children
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Selfless FDNY Lieutenant Works To Help Others
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Hometown Heroes: Pastor, Wife Work Helping Others In Need
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Nurse Never Gives Up, Puts Herself Through School
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
John's Crazy Socks Founder 'A Role Model': Huntington Local Hero
"John is a role model showing the world what people with Down syndrome can accomplish." Story presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|News|
'Friendly, Sweet, And Has A Big Heart': Hell's Kitchen Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
'Very Dedicated Nurse' Her Peers Look Up To: Huntington Hero
"During the peak of COVID-19, she worked tirelessly to make sure that patients suffering from the illness got the best care possible."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
'YES staff are essential': Massapequa Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
"Dedicated, Thoughtful, Caring Woman": Rockville Centre Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Barber Who Offers Free Charity Services: Huntington Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Spreading Joy As Sparky the Dalmatian
The local woman has attended over 80 car parades during the pandemic.
Ryan Bonner, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Volunteers Who Donated 21,000 Masks: Huntington Local Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Local Man Raises Over $18K To Donate To Non-Profit
The owner of a Patchogue videography company had to delay all his job during the pandemic but still worked to help others in need.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
He Raised Money For St. Jude During Pandemic: Oyster Bay Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Furloughed Bus Driver Worked Helping Homeless
The local woman wanted to help when the soup kitchens and outreach centers closed, so she worked delivering food to the homeless herself.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
'She Strove To Improve NYC': Upper East Side Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
A Student Who Is A 'Natural Leader': Half Hollow Hills Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
Hometown Hero: Woman Works Tirelessly At Nonprofit To Help Others
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Priscila Korb, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Who's Saved Coronavirus Patients: Huntington Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
'Committed To Community': Upper East Side Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
'She Is Loving, Courageous And Fearless': Harlem Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Nick Garber, Patch Staff
Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
'He Is So Joyful': Washington Heights Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Gus Saltonstall, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City, NY|News|
A 'Woman Of Distinction': Astoria Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Gillian Smith, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
She Gave 'Selflessly Of Her Time & Talents': Smithtown Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|News|
Woman Who 'Organized A Volunteer Army': Port Jefferson Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Front-Liner Who Caught & Beat Coronavirus: Farmingdale Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
3 Sisters Who Helped Host Virtual 5K Run: Smithtown Local Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
