Dorothy McCarthy, Lake Stevens, WA

Lake Stevens, WA, Letter Carrier Dorothy McCarthy was on her route when she came across a woman lying on the ground. The woman said she fell and was unable to get up because of recent back and knee surgery. McCarthy helped her to her feet and called 911. Emergency responders took the woman to a hospital where she recovered.


Employees featured in “Heroes’ Corner” also receive letters of commendation through the Postmaster General Heroes’ Program. The nomination form is available on Blue.