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Seal Beach Mask Maker Nominated As Local Hero

What makes a hero? This Seal Beach woman is making and donating masks for all in need.

SEAL BEACH, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

Where the nominee lives:
Seal Beach

Where the nominee lives: Seal Beach Old Town

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Where the person who nominated the hero lives: Seal Beach Old Town

Name of the nominee: Mary Maloney

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Name of the person who nominated the hero: Nancy Ashley Stevens

Is the nominee considered an ā€œessential workerā€?: No.

What does the nominee do for work?: She is making masks from her home and giving them away.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored? She has made almost 500 masks of various cute fabrics and is donating them to all in need.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?: She is truly filling her passion by giving back.

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