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A longtime Miranda resident, Sean O’Kane, survived a stroke that left him blind in one eye and has since been diagnosed with advanced colon cancer, requiring multiple surgeries and ongoing treatment; a GoFundMe campaign organized by a close friend’s daughter seeks community support to cover living expenses during his treatment and recovery.
At a Democratic fundraiser in Hanover, Maryland, Biden delivered a blistering dig at Donald Trump, labeling him a “loser” for pursuing vanity projects in Washington—including tearing down part of the East Wing to build a ballroom, seeking to have his name on the Kennedy Center, planning an arch in his own honor, and even hiring a pool contractor to fix the Reflecting Pool—while Trump defends the ballroom as necessary for national security and hosting state guests.
At a Maryland Democratic Party fundraiser two years after their last debate, Biden targeted Donald Trump, calling him a "loser" and accusing him of vanity and corruption, including plans to compensate January 6th defendants. He urged Democrats to stay engaged and fight on in a challenging post-presidency, while touching on themes of legacy, health, and family ahead of the 2026 midterms.
In Idaho Falls, Ambrosia Howell, diagnosed with stage 4 bronchiolitis obliterans, faces a high-risk pregnancy as she carries their first child, Aurora, at 26 weeks; doctors warn of maternal mortality risk and the need for a multidisciplinary delivery team, so the couple plans to relocate to Utah for specialized care while launching a fundraiser with a goal of $500,000 to cover travel, medical bills, and related costs.
A security guard at the Islamic Center of San Diego was killed while heroically engaging two teenage gunmen, triggering a lockdown that reportedly delayed and deterred the attackers and likely saved lives. The suspects died by self-inflicted gunshot in a nearby car, and two other victims were killed, bringing the toll to three. Authorities are investigating the incident as a hate crime with FBI involvement, while a fundraiser for the families has raised nearly $3 million and police have signaled increased security at houses of worship.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Sean Walker welcomed his first child, Quinn, during their playoff run, and Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon arranged a private jet for Walker, inviting Hurricanes Season Ticket Members to join the return flight to Raleigh in exchange for a donation to the Hurricanes Foundation, giving a few fans a once-in-a-lifetime ride as the Canes closed out the series in Philadelphia.
Former Sen. Mitt Romney re-enters national politics by hosting a Salt Lake City fundraiser for Sen. Susan Collins—the first direct re-engagement since leaving office in 2025—highlighting Romney’s push to sustain an establishment GOP bloc as Collins faces a tough Maine race and the GOP’s evolving dynamics beyond Trump-era divisions.
The New York Islanders faced backlash after hosting a fundraiser tied to a season-finale 50/50 raffle that benefited Erik Duran, a former NYPD sergeant convicted of manslaughter in the Bronx. The raffle raised about $44,890, and civil rights groups criticized the team’s decision to support Duran’s legal defense as he appeals a 3- to 9-year sentence. The Islanders declined to comment.
A 43-year-old Cory Hartman of Hampton, NH died after a fall on Stein's Run at Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; police say the incident was not suspicious. A fundraiser has raised over $115,000 for his wife and three daughters, with visiting hours planned in Hampton.
On March 29 in St. Augustine, the March To Get Screened 5K Race and 1 Mile Run aims to raise awareness of colorectal cancer and promote screening at age 45. Proceeds fund free colonoscopies for eligible patients, vouchers for underinsured individuals, and up to $5,000 for cancer treatment through the Borland Groover Foundation, supporting education and access to care as part of the This Is 45 initiative.
A Bloomington Kennedy High School choir is raising about $30,000 in public donations to cover new flights and buses to return 126 students home after a winter blizzard canceled their Los Angeles trip.
Celebrities and TV figures gathered for Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s three‑day fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, helping raise about $5.5 million for rescue dogs; attendees included Katherine Heigl, Lara Trump, Lauree Simmons, and Cesar Millan, with events highlighting the charity’s work and a new Patriot Pet Lodge opening.
As Iranian missile strikes escalate, killing three U.S. service members and wounding others, President Trump hosted a lavish fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago, greeting wealthy donors and allies while war operations expanded across the Middle East; the White House schedule suggested he would still engage with the event amid the crisis.
Brandi Carlile livestreamed Be Human: A Concert for Minneapolis from the Target Center, raising more than $600,000 for Advocates for Human Rights to assist families affected by ICE operations during the Metro Surge; the event drew over 12,000 attendees and generated tens of thousands from Be Human T-shirts, amid ongoing controversy over immigration enforcement that included detentions and fatalities. Carlile used the show to critique immigration policy and urged supporters to reconsider their stances.
Mehcad Brooks, a close friend of James Van Der Beek, defended the GoFundMe campaign for Van Der Beek’s wife and kids after the actor’s death, pushing back at critics who questioned the $2.6 million raised. Brooks posted a blunt rebuttal on Threads, saying it’s unfair to judge people’s generosity or pain. The GoFundMe, started by friends, had reached about $2 million and later hit $2.6 million as supporters mourned Van Der Beek’s passing and his impact. Backlash intensified after a Realtor.com report about a Texas ranch purchase; Van Der Beek’s representative said the down payment was funded through a trust with help from friends. The piece underscores the family’s grief and the actor’s lasting influence.