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Community Gathers for Simon: A Call for Safer Roads
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Community Gathers to Remember Simon Gonzalez, Calls for Safer Roads
Dozens of community members, including family and friends, gathered at Sebago Lake in Standish, Maine, to honor five-year-old Simon Gonzalez, who was tragically killed by a school bus. The vigil, filled with yellow, Simons favorite color, celebrated his infectious laugh, love for running, and joy he brought to everyone. Simons uncle, Alex Moore, and grandfather, Jason Small, shared stories of his bright light and determination to keep his memory alive. The event turned into a call for change, with Small emphasizing the need for safer roads to prevent such tragedies. The community left united in grief and determination, vowing to push for safer roads and keep Simons legacy alive.
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