MARLENE HOWARD was honored as this year’s Hometown Hero for Woonsocket by the Modern Woodmen of America. She is pictured here with her family, receiving the award from Stacey Malde, Modern Woodmen agent.

Local volunteer Marlene Howard, Woonsocket, was recognized for countless hours of service to the community on July 14 by local Modern Woodmen of America members.

“Volunteers form the foundation of a strong community,” says Stacey Malde, local Modern Woodmen chapter activities coordinator. “Modern Woodmen’s Hometown Hero program gives us the chance to thank those who selflessly give their time to make the world a better place.”

…Read on in this week’s issue of the Sanborn Weekly Journal.