10 Stories of Achievements By Locals

Patch looks back at ten people who achieved a big goal last year. What will be your goal for the new year? What are you looking to achieve? Read these inspiring stories and then tell us in the comments what you're looking to do in 2012.

With three special needs children, Wendy Frazier ran New York City Marathon for charity.

The boys soccer team from Port Jefferson defeated Maple Hill from Castleton, NY in the New York State championship game by a score of 2-1.

A December performance of A Christmas Carol marked Jeffrey Sanzel's 1,000th as the character.

Astoria Federal Bank's “Teach Children to Save” essay contest encourages children to think about saving money.

Margot Rashba, a Stony Brook School sophomore, won her second 5K at Sunken Meadow State Park.

Kristen Znaniecki had 11.09 saves per game as goalkeeper for Mercy College field hockey team.

Boutique wine shop, Vine 2 Wine, is a culmination of over 30 years of interest in the industry.

Artist from Port Jeff wins beer company art contest, gets recognized by local magazine.

Mt. Sinai resident and Scout, Patrick Holomshek, recognized veterans for his Eagle Scout project.

Port Jefferson resident Don Nenninger, 49, placed second in the men’s pentathlon at the United States Track and Field regional open this year.