THERE HAVE BEEN so many angels who have come to the fore during the pandemic here in the valley, many of whom have volunteered to make protective cloth face masks.
One that come to mind just in my own circle of Visiting Nurse Services and Hospice of Northern Carroll County friends is Peg Grondin of Conway, who reported on Facebook that she met her goal of making 500 stylish masks for friends and those in need and that she has kept right on going. Another is Michelle O’Donnell of the Skinny Towel and Washcloth Co., who has made some very comfortable and soft masks that she sells at the Handcrafter’s Barn in North Conway.
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