WE asked Leader readers to get in touch and share a thank you message to the hundreds of key workers who are going out to work to keep Wrexham and Flintshire going in unprecedented times - despite the coronavirus pandemic.

Hundreds of people responded to our call to give a message of thanks to a key worker they knew – from shop assistants keeping shelves stocked and council workers maintaining services as best they can to the care workers and NHS staff helping to heal and keep people safe from the COVID-19 virus.

Below are just some of the photos and messages out of the many we were sent…

DANIELLE BULLOCK – NURSERY STAFF FROM WREXHAM:

Netti Slawson said: “My eldest daughter Danielle Bullock is a keyworker at Toybox Day Nursery going to work every day to look after the children of those on the frontline, often overlooked but doing a wonderful job even though she is pregnant herself.”

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LISA HOLLAND – NURSERY MANAGER FROM WREXHAM:

Darren Barker said: “Lisa runs the Cherry Hill Day Nursery in Borras, Wrexham and has kept the nursery open to service the needs of key workers with young children, potentially allowing NHS staff to be able to continue working, so as to treat the poorly in hospital, as well as a variety of other key workers to attend their jobs and keep the UK wheels turning.

“As well as this, Cherry Hill Day Nursery, and primarily Lisa and her family are staunch supporters of the Help for Heroes Military Charity.”

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RACHEL JONES, RUABON HOSPITAL, AND SARAH FELLOWS, NORTH WALES POLICE, FROM WREXHAM:

Rhiannon and Megan Jones praised their two key worker mums.

Rhiannon said: “Working day in and day out whilst also shopping for another six people, making sure myself, grandma, great grandma, partner and Step children have shopping in and are looked after, as well as having to look after themselves and my sister at home!

“They have also offered their help to their neighbours in Cefn to make sure that they are looked after too.

“They go above and beyond for everyone and all whilst doing it with a smile on their face, you’ll never hear them moaning about having to help. Lucky to have been brought up by two amazing woman who will always be my role models.”

Megan said: “My two mums are doing their very best for anyone who asks for help as well as doing their own work every day - then going shopping if anybody needs it including neighbours around Cefn Mawr.

“They have been caring for four family houses going shopping for everything they need and abiding all the rules. They deserve to be recognised.”

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HOLLY WILLIAMS – SUPERMARKET WORKER FROM WREXHAM:

Emma Arnold said: “My 19-year-old daughter Holly Williams, a keyworker at Sainsburys having to deal with the panic buyers a few weeks ago and dealing with the rudeness of the public although that's only a minority.”

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KAISHA MADELEY – AMBULANCE MECHANIC FROM WREXHAM:

Netti Slawson said: “My niece Kaisha Madeley, an ambulance mechanic. Often overlooked but playing an important role during this awful time by keeping the vehicles we need the most safe to drive.”

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KYLE AND ZACK HAZELDENE– BINMEN FROM WREXHAM:

Carol Hazeldene said: “My two sons who are binmen, I'm so proud of them both. One has had new baby on Good Friday but worked until she was born and the other one is due in August.”

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DEL WALTERS – SUPERMARKET WORKER FROM WREXHAM:

Alison Hughes said: “Del works in Morrisons. She is my mother in law and is doing an amazing job at this rubbish time.

“Me and the hubby are missing her, she normally works on fresh to go but due to that closing they have put the staff onto other duties like the tills and she is amazing. We love her so much and thank you for keeping our stores open and that includes every single other staff member.”

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JAY WYBURN – RECYCLING OPERATIVE FROM WREXHAM:

Emma Deponeo said: “My fiancé works at FCC recycling plant on Wrexham Industrial Estate. We have got two little boys, our eldest is non-verbal autistic.

“Not many people remember those who work in the recycling plant. He works so hard and deserves some recognition.”

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SARAH EVANS – SUPERMARKET WORKER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Wendy Evans said: “My daughter Sarah Evans who works at Iceland Holywell. Even though she has asthma herself, she still goes in and gets shopping for others who can't go out we are so proud of her.”

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LAUREN WARHURST – CARE WORKER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Cheryl Bellis said: “My amazing beautiful kindhearted daughter Lauren Warhurst is a care worker in Bod Hyfryd Care Home in Flint.

“She works so hard during her 12 hour night shifts to the point when she has nothing left for herself (emotionally and physically) yet as soon as she has a night off she’s pining to get back to work as she misses them.

“She suffers with her anxiety yet, even though we are all experiencing tough times, she puts herself last. She’s the most loving kind and generous person I have ever met and I am so proud she is my daughter.”

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MARIA RUSSELL – MIDWIFE FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Stephanie Riley said: “My mother, she is an amazing midwife and has been working constantly each day morning till night to make sure safe deliveries of babies.

“She has spent most of week moving units and midwifery equipment to safe areas such as leisure centres and schools. She is working so hard to keep morale and her staff and mummies safe.

“Not only that, she is rallying around after her family. She has been doing shopping for myself and my son, my brother and my nana and grandad so we can continue to keep us safe and indoors.

“She misses us all so much and so worn out and stressed but continues to smile. She missing my son - her grandson - so much she is and is my hero and it is amazing how she continues to be so strong. Love you mum!”

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AMY GROWCOTT – VETERINARY NURSE FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Bethan Growcott said: “My sister Amy Growcott. She’s a veterinary nurse at the Grange Veterinary Hospital in Mold keeping animals safe and well.”

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BEN ELLIS – DELIVERY DRIVER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Tracy Sankey-Jones said: “This is Ben Ellis, he is a delivery driver in Deeside for Wiltshire Farm Foods - a company who delivers frozen meals mainly to the elderly and vulnerable.

“Despite the pandemic, Ben and his colleagues have been making their deliveries as usual and making sure everyone is fed.”

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PAUL RICKETTS – FACTORY WORKER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Joanne Ricketts said: “My husband Paul Ricketts working tirelessly alongside his colleagues at Nice Pak Flint, to get sanitizer wipes out.”

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HELEN CONN-PEERS – CARE WORKER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Ian Peers said: “Helen Conn-Peers for working the night shift in Llys Jasmine extra care home in Mold, doing a great job along with all the other staff.”

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DAVID BALLANTYNE – DELIVERY DRIVER FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Beth Ballantyne said: “My lovely husband David Ballantyne is a delivery driver. As well as keeping everybody up to date with their parcels, he has been keeping myself, friends and family at home amused.

“He sends a photo everyday called ‘Where's Dave’ for everybody at home to guess where he is. He has also been running round doing shopping for myself and family with flowers and cakes as a nice surprise to boost everybody's spirits.”

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MARTYN HUGHES – WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR FROM FLINTSHIRE:

Kim Hughes said: “My husband Martyn gets my thanks because he made myself and our children proud that in this time of uncertainty, he’s able to help with getting packed lunches to the children in the area.

“He works as a warehouse supervisor in Sandycroft he’s working to help with the production of the school packed lunches that are being distributed to the children in Flintshire.”

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LIAM CAIN – COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUP VOLUNTEER:

Emma Rider said: “My partner Liam Cain, who is not only working full time, is volunteering for a local community support Nanny Biscuits and delivering food and supplies to the elderly and vulnerable.

“He’s doing an amazing job, well done Liam!”

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