Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Richard Kaufman, a former addict who now “coaches” others to avoid the mistakes he once made.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Andrew Wright from Bradford, Pennsylvania. He’s a local musician who’s hearing impaired. But that doesn’t stop him from living his dream, or inspiring others to do the same.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Kathy Jerman from Syracuse, New York. She’s taking the “pro-life” message to the streets of the “Salt City.”

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is William Gallerani from DeRuyter, New York. He’s helping to give those recently released from prison a second chance at life.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Caitlin Lambert from Dushore, Pennsylvania. She provides free legal services to kids wrongfully imprisoned in Somaliland, Africa.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Kevin Drake with Upward Sports. He’s using a pandemic to make “in-roads” with high school athletes all across the country.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Justin Behrens from Scranton, Pennsylvania. He’s in charge of a homeless ministry, where the focus is on relationship.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Steve Clark from Rome, New York. He’s creating jobs for those with developmental disabilities in Oneida County.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Nigel Butler from Fairport, New York. He’s created a sitcom streaming on “Amazon,” that takes a humorous look at the local church.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Jim Santacrose from Endicott, New York. He’s honoring the memory of his son, by giving away furniture to those in need.