'They Are Just Amazing': North Kingstown Local Heroes

NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI — When times are tough, heroes emerge. But rarely do they get the spotlight they deserve. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've begun 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 Mayrilenny Igoe, who nominated the members of Sew Hope Southern New England, a volunteer organization whose members have combined to make and contribute more than 21,000 free face masks to Rhode Island hospitals, facilities and organizations.

"They are just amazing, everyone of them have done a tremendous work," Igoe said.

Thank you for all you do, SewHope Southern New England volunteers!

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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