Neighbor 'Always Puts Others First': Levittown Local Hero

LEVITTOWN, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Donna Graf, who nominated Joe Fradella.

Name: Joe Fradella

State: NY

Hometown: Levittown

Hero's job: Other

If other, job: Ran food drives and adopted a family during virus.

Relationship to nominee: Grew up with him.

Reason for recognition: He always puts others first.

One thing to know: He has a Golden Heart.

Thank you for all you do, Joe!

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