CARLISLE, Pa. — A Carlisle police officer is one of five national finalists for an award recognizing her service.
Jamie DiMartile, an officer with the Carlisle Police Department, was nominated for "First Responder or Healthcare Worker of the Year" through DISH's Hometown Heroes initiative.
Her nominator, Amy Burrell, said “Jamie always goes above and beyond in her duties and is always willing to take on additional work. I could list 20 more things she does, but I’m out of room.”
She was surprised to be one of five finalists for the national award.
“There are cops everyday doing phenomenal, remarkable things in their community. Getting out there, speaking to kids, doing events like that, and to be selected as a finalist for this award is humbling," said Officer DiMartile.
DiMartile is a member of the Honor Guard and part of the Mental Health Crisis Response Team. She is involved in many community events and programs, such as:
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Shop with a Cop
- Organizes fundraisers for officer families in need every year
- During COVID-19, she brought to life a weekly internet storytime for kids
- Spearheads Carlisle PD’s annual toy drive for needy families
- Trained to go into schools to work with kids who may be victims or witnesses of crime and teach kids about police officers and safety.
Whether she wins or not, she’ll keep doing what she loves to do, helping spread the joy of Christmas to kids in Carlisle. A community she adores.
“I love Christmastime, I love the magic of Santa," said DiMartile. "I’m still going to do this with or without an award, but it’s cool to be nominated.”
Anyone who wishes to support DiMartile can vote online until April 30. The winner will be announced May 1.