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Teen Football Star Killed In Columbia Mall Shooting Was A Standout On, Off The Field
A 16-year-old high school football player was shot and killed in a targeted attack outside the Columbia Mall, leaving family, friends, and teammates grieving an immeasurable loss, authorities said.
Michael Jerome Robertson III, a sophomore at Wilde Lake High School, was gunned down on Saturday, Feb. 22 in the parking lot near the Lidl grocery store on Little Patuxent Parkway, according to Howard County Police.
A second teen, Roberton's 15-year-old friend Blake McCray, was critically wounded in the shooting and remains hospitalized.
Howard County Police Department
Police arrested 18…
Organs Of Calvert County Boy, 4, Will Help Others Live
In his brief but impactful four years, Carter Bloom showed a remarkable desire to help others. Even in his passing, he continued that legacy by giving the ultimate gift—donating his organs to save lives.
Carter, 4, of Huntingtown, died on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 2:12 a.m., his mother, Brittany Bloom said. Carter is also survived by his father, Zach, and brother, Milo.
"He will always be my baby boy and I love him so much," she added. I was there for his first breath , and was with him for his last!"
A GoFundMe campaign launched for the family by Bev Woods had raised more than $25,000 as …
Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27
A Maryland community is in mourning after the sudden loss of 27-year-old Dominic Michael Valenti, a vibrant soul remembered for his compassion, courage, and love of life.
Valenti, born in New Mexico on June 5, 1997, passed away on New Year's Day, leaving behind a loving family who remembered the Frederick High School graduate as "a beloved son, brother, and friend."
"(He) will be lovingly remembered for his compassion, bravery, and unfailing courage," they said. "His infectious smile, humor, and genuine nature made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him."
“Dominic w…