People close to school intruder suspect killed by police call for more mental health awareness

Romen Phelps was killed by a police officer after investigators say he crashed through the front gate of Dreyfoos School of the Arts in his vehicle and endangered everyone at the school. On Saturday, people close to him celebrated his life and called for an end to the stigma surrounding mental illness.

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Annual Walk a Milestone encourages people to step forward to better mental health

Registration is underway for the Compeer Rochester 3rd Annual Walk A Milestone fundraiser being held November 21-27, 2022. Walk registrants can choose how to participate in the hybrid event: in-person, virtually, or both. The in-person walk begins at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 26; the virtual walk can be done any time during the weeklong event, alone or with friends. Registration is free; donations are welcome. Learn more and register here.

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