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5 Local Farmingdale Heroes Who Stepped Up In 2020
2020 was a difficult year. Let's take a look back at five Farmingdale residents who made a difference and stepped up for their community.

FARMINGDALE, NY — 2020 was a year filled with challenges due to the coronavirus pandemic and all of the adverse health and economic effects that came with it.
However, during those tough times, certain people stepped up to the plate. Many of them are from Farmingdale. Below are just a few people who helped make a difference in their community.
- Howitt Middle School Cafe Staff Nominated As Farmingdale Heroes
- Meat Market Workers W/ 'Hearts Of Gold': Farmingdale Local Heroes
- Front-Liner Who Caught & Beat Coronavirus: Farmingdale Local Hero (Samuel Nektalov)
- 'Selfless' ICU Nurse With 'Soft Heart': Farmingdale Local Hero (Marta Turco)
- 'She Is Proud To Serve The Community': Farmingdale Local Hero (Gina Ramos)
Thank you to everyone who has stepped up and made a difference in Farmingdale! Have a happy New Year!
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