It would be hard to be more Monticello than Greg Merton. He jogged his first horse at age 6 and was in the business full time by the time he was 16 at the famed Catskill Mountain oval. Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 18), the 52-year-old horsemen reached another milestone in his long career with his 6,000th win.
Author: by Shawn Wiles, for Monticello Raceway
2026 Ohio Stakes Guide now available online
The 2026 Ohio Stakes Guide is now available on the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association website.
Mohawk Monday entries remain open; Friday qualifiers moved to Saturday
Woodbine Mohawk Park’s Race Office would like to inform trainers that the entry box for Monday’s (Feb. 23) live racing card will remain open until tomorrow morning (Thursday, Feb. 19) at 10:30 a.m.
NYSGC seeks Director of Racing Investigations
Schenectady, NY – The New York State Gaming Commission seeks a Director of Racing Investigations. Under the Director of the Division of Horse Racing and Pari-Mutuel Wagering, the incumbent will work as…
Winbak Farm seeks bookkeeper for Maryland farm
Winbak Farm is seeking a bookkeeper for their Chesapeake City, MD farm.
Devil’s Wish wins Saratoga feature Tuesday
Devil’s Wish has gotten his season off to a strong start at Saratoga Casino Hotel and on Tuesday afternoon (Feb. 17), the young pacer sprung a mild upset.
MGM Northfield Park Pick-5 carryover Tuesday night
Live racing returns to Northfield on Tuesday night (Feb. 17) with a bonus awaiting the supporters of MGM Northfield Park.
Friday’s updated list of Feb. 15 stakes payment reminders
The February 15 deadline is drawing near for many stakes payments. Below are a list of notices that have recently been submitted to the USTA Newsroom.
Early starts to warm hearts of Big M faithful
The extreme cold temperatures that have plagued the New York metropolitan area for the last month have wreaked havoc with live action at The Meadowlands, forcing the cancellation of five of the last six race cards.
Pandy’s Meadowlands picks for Friday, Feb. 13
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at the Meadowlands on Friday (Feb. 13).