The Mashpee Chamber of Commerce recognized two tribal members for their tireless efforts to keep our community safe during the pandemic. The Chamber presented Nelson Andrews and Rita Pocknett-Gonsalves with the Unsung Hero Award at its annual dinner on May 18.
Both Rita and Nelson were recognized for their work with the Tribe’s Emergency Management Department and the Mashpee Indian Health Services. The Tribal members joined eight other Mashpee community members as 2022 Unsung Heroes.