One of these men is a bona fide National Hero. The other is a liar and a National embarrassment. #HeroAmongUs #26MidTerms
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Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a Maine resident who ID’d as a match for her son in need of a kidney transplant. Susan Gross successfully donated her kidney in a life-saving procedure, strengthening her mother-son bond.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW103 & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a car dealership employee who saw four kids fall through an ice pond. Max Castro stopped his sale to rush to their rescue, using snow brooms to pull the kids to safety before EMS arrived, saving their lives.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is an Essex County sergeant who alerted an ATV rollover emergency while off duty. Eric Hefner used a bystander’s shirt to stop the bleeding from a severed hand, and he stabilized the victim until emergency responders arrived.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs discovered a stranger in need of a kidney online. Cara Bernard immediately began the donation process, and the operation saved the stranger’s life; both have since made a full recovery.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a TD Garden Security Manager who was alerted to a woman having a seizure. Dioni Pimentel performed chest compressions until EMTs arrived, and his swift, decisive actions saved the woman’s life.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a Labor & Delivery Nurse running her 10th marathon today, honoring her friend who passed away while training for the race in 2016. Nancy Eaton has raised $150K benefiting women, children and addiction recovery causes.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs opened a pantry in 2019 to address food insecurity. Cyndi Lavin now serves 200 Middlesex County families monthly, fostering connections through potluck meals and community programs

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is the founder of the Tufts Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice. Dr. Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha advocates for equitable, safe care, leads research and trains future maternal healthcare leaders.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs are Patricia Sobalvarro and Damaris Velasquez. They founded a non-profit in 2001 which provides services to immigrants, offers financial resources and leadership training, and cultivates space for Hispanic traditions and culture.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs are sisters from Boston who opened We Rock the Spectrum-Wellesley in 2021. Melissa Defay and Sherley Brice created the first play space in MA supporting kids with sensory challenges, offering early intervention programs and camps.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a MA Special Olympics Hall of Fame inductee. David Tynes led his basketball team to a bronze medal at the National Games and has spent 40 years coaching and supporting athletes.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs turned a hashtag into a non-profit to support Black LGBTQ+ communities. Mercedes Loving-Manely provides resources, community-building, advocacy and empowerment through mutual aid initiatives.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a 22-year Pan-Mass challenge rider. Amy Fradkin founded Team 3G in 2020 after her husband’s cancer diagnosis, and since then has raised over $2 million for cancer research.

Today’s @IBEW103 & @necaboston #HeroAmongUs is a 22-year Pan-Mass challenge rider. Amy Fradkin founded Team 3G in 2020 after her husband’s cancer diagnosis, and since then has raised over $2 million for cancer research.

Credits to @celtics
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Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs has been a Best Buddies volunteer since 2019. Brenna Hughes is participating in her 6th Best Buddies Challenge and has raised over $25K since joining the program.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs has dedicated over 20 years of service to Bostonians and provides resources and mentorship to single mothers. Cheryl Jean helps families transition from homelessness to home ownership.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs took action after witnessing the challenges that Cystic Fibrosis caused for her family. Betty Hukowicz created a non-profit in her daughter’s memory and has now raised over $500K and granted over 800 wishes in 10 years.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is a 14-year-old who found her neighbor unconscious in their pool. Rheet Dillon dove eight feet down to the bottom of the pool to bring him to safety, saving his life.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist. Dr. Nasrien Ibrahim is the founder of The Equity in Heart Transplant Project, which provides social services and financial assistance to heart transplant patients.

Today’s Local IBEW 103 & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs has used the power of sports to mentor young people in the Boston area for over 30 years.

John Jackson, Executive Director at Tobin Community Center, co-founded Mighty Mission Basketball, a sports youth program.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs noticed someone choking in a restaurant and sprang into action. Ben Courville performed the Heimlich maneuver and credits his life-saving actions to his junior firefighter program.

Today’s IBEW 103 & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs called 911 during a trip with friends to rescue his friend who fell overboard their boat and became hypothermic. Liam Deane's quick actions prevented his friend from drowning.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is an archivist of Black history and culture. Ebony Gill created a platform to share overlooked, vibrant Black history in Boston to ensure stories are preserved for future generations.

Today’s IBEW 103 & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is an HBCU alumna who reactivated Boston’s Spelman College Alumnae Club. Sheena Collier helped raise over $10K for prospective Spelman students and launched a network creating a welcoming space for Black Bostonians.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs is Stephanie Vail, a nurse at Dana-Farber who provided care to Celtics VP Heather Walker. She has raised over $500K for pediatric brain tumor research.

Today’s IBEW 103 & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs discovered his dad injured and unconscious from an accidental roof fall. Nova Nascenzi tended to his dad until 911 arrived, and his dad has since made a full recovery.

Today’s Local 103 IBEW & NECA Boston #HeroAmongUs raised over $3k to help children and families in need. Brady Vieira is a four-year-old from East Providence who set up a hot cocoa winter wonderland stand to raise money and donate it to those in need this holiday season.

Julia Conroy #HeroAmongUs. Thanks Boston #Celtics!