Jane Merrow honored by Senator Bruce Tarr and Newburyport Lions Club

Recently, I joined the Newburyport Lions Club in honoring several community volunteers and Lions for their exceptional service to the community during their “The Melvin Jones Award” ceremony and was also able to present them with a Senate citation in recognition of this remarkable accomplishment.

Melvin Jones was the founder of the Lions Club. This Award is the highest form of recognition and embodies humanitarian ideals consistent with the nature and purpose of the Lions.

Michael Jones, CEO and President of Institution for Savings, accepted the award on their behalf for all they do in building stronger communities together through service.

Sue Coppinger, a Lion and Newbury Pantry volunteer, received this award for her tireless service to the Lions through the many events she led this year.

Jane Merrow, one of the two founders and current leader, was also recognized for the tremendous service the Newbury Food Pantry provides to our communities.

-photos and text from June 24, 2024 facebook post by State Senator Bruce Tarr