Reader Callout: Now Seeking Verona, Cedar Grove Unsung Heroes

VERONA, NJ — Do you know a local unsung hero that you’d like to see get his or her due?

Inspiring stories are all around us, whether they’re tales of bravery in the face of a tragic accident or simply a well-deserved kudos to the day-in-day-out grinders who make the world a better place (check out the below links for some heart-warming examples).

If you know a local hero that deserves to get some credit, write to Patch and tell us their story. Emails and photos about Essex County residents can be sent to eric.kiefer@patch.com.

TALES OF N.J. HEROISM

N.J. Woman Struck By SUV While Saving Dog's Life: Cops

NJ Man Saves Woman After Deadly Car Plunge Into River: PHOTOS

'He's My Hero:' Brother Saves Sister's Life With Transplant

Woodbridge Officer Saves Drowning Dog from Arthur Kill

Driver Saves 22 Paramus Students After A School Bus Caught Fire

Photo: david pacey, Flickr Commons