Nicholas Pulizzano, 19, of Manahawkin has been recognized for his heroic deed on Aug. 7, when he came to the rescue of his senior neighbor, who had fallen and was disoriented and crying out for help. The Stafford Township Police Department presented him with a command citation at the Sept. 6 township council meeting for his awareness and quick action.

When Pulizzano discovered his neighbor’s medical emergency, he called for emergency services to take her to the hospital.