Joy M. Sheaffer, 95, died March 7, 2025, at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital with her family by her side.
Seven sanctioned by USTA Board after SRIF investigation
At its annual meeting on Sunday (March 9) in Columbus, Ohio, the US Trotting Association (USTA) Board of Directors voted to hand down sanctions to seven members judged to have violated Association rules and/or bylaws.
St. Patrick’s weekend at Meadowlands Racetrack
The Meadowlands Racetrack is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all weekend long with a delectable Irish-themed buffet, curated by the renowned Chef Chris Burnet.
Don’tmesswithles rallies, upsets at Rosecroft
After stalking a protracted backstretch duel, Walter Birney Jr.’s Don’tmesswithles vaulted off second-over cover and rallied to a 12-1 upset in Monday’s (March 10) featured $10,000 winners-over pace at Rosecroft Raceway.
Barry Lefkowitz, 66, dies
Barry Lefkowitz, 66, a longtime publicist and executive in harness racing and a driving force in the resurgence of the United States Harness Writers Association as the current Chair of the Board and immediate past president, and through his efforts involving the Dan Patch Awards banquet, passed away overnight after battling cancer for the last year.
Keystone USHWA announces award winners
Evan Pattak and Pohla Smith, the husband-and-wife team who have been the “First Family” of Pennsylvania harness racing communications for over four decades, have been selected to receive the Mary Lib Miller Award, the highest honor annually given by the Keystone Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association.
Monticello cancels Tuesday live racing
Once again, due to track conditions, Monticello Raceway has canceled live racing on Tuesday (March 11).
Premier Desirey in Pocono Feature; Claiming Series continues
The Real Desire mare Premier Desirey came her own back half in :55.3 while uncovered in taking the $17,000 pacing feature for females in a lifetime best 1:52.1 on a spring-like Monday (March 10) at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania.
Harrah’s Hoosier Park Unveils 2025 Wagering Menu
The stage is set for Harrah’s Hoosier Park as the 32nd season of live harness racing is set to get underway on Friday (March 14) at 6:15 p.m. When racing returns, the Anderson oval will greet bettors with its brand-new wagering menu for the 2025 racing season.
Meadows Monday Memo
Here is this week’s Meadows Monday Memo.