Editor’s note: During the course of a week, issues are covered that might not lend themselves to full editorial comment, but they are worthy of The Sunday Telegraph weighing in – thumbs up, thumbs down or neutral.

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Thumbs Up – To all the unsung heroes that have protected us, provided services and been so generous – with time and funds – during the coronavirus pandemic. Often, especially during stressful times, people go above and beyond in service to others that truly demonstrates how kind human beings can be. Without these many people, organizations, nonprofits, civic leaders, businesses and others, we certainly would not be navigating this storm as good as we are. Today, The Sunday Telegraph honors but a few of these people on our Unsung Heroes pages, B 6-8. Thank you to those mentioned and the many others, who will be highlighted in future editions and on our website, www.nashuatelegraph.com.

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Thumbs Up – To longtime Rotarians Alex Ray, CEO of The Common Man restaurants, and Steve Rand, third-generation owner of the historic A.M. Rand Hardware store in downtown Plymouth for their procurement of protective masks that will be distributed free of charge this weekend at Nashua High School South. In addition to Friday hours, masks will be available from 3-7 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday.

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THUMBS DOWN – To those who continue to be difficult at local shopping establishments – grocery and department stores. While we understand tempers may be short during these uncertain times, that does not give anyone the right to berate or belittle those working at local stores because lines are not moving fast enough or because more people are not allowed in stores. Stay calm, be kind and give thanks to those who are making sacrifices so we all may continue to buy necessities.

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THUMBS DOWN – To those who still are not wearing protective face masks in public places. As businesses re-open, it’s extremely important for all of us to stay vigilante and not only protect ourselves, but others around us. The obvious fear is that re-opening businesses will attract larger numbers of people that could possibly cause a surge in COVID-19 cases. If that happens and businesses shut down again, we all certainly will not like the duration of the next stay-at-home order. Stay safe!

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