With a forecast that called for a snowfall of four inches or more, accompanied by ice expected to make for treacherous driving, Meadowlands management made the decision to cancel racing last Saturday (Feb. 8) at approximately 9 a.m.
Pocono begins 60th anniversary harness racing season Saturday
Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania is scheduled to begin its 2025 harness racing season on Saturday afternoon (Feb. 15). Post time is at 1 p.m., opening a campaign that marks the 60th anniversary of racing at the Wilkes-Barre Township track.
Disturbed Hanover dances to Dover victory
Disturbed Hanover was a wire-to-wire winner in the $25,000 Mares Open Handicap Pace on Wednesday night (Feb. 12) at Bally’s Dover.
Alittlesidehustl N takes season’s debut at Saratoga
Following a pair of winning qualifiers, Alittlesidehustl N was the public’s even money betting favorite in her ’25 debut Wednesday (Feb. 12) when competing in the $15,000 Open for the ladies at Saratoga.
Museum burglars found guilty
Bloodhorse.com is reporting that charges against a burglary-theft ring that struck the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 2013 neared a conclusion when three men were found guilty by a federal court jury Feb. 7.
Abby Olsen named MHRI Caretaker of the Year
Abby Olsen has been selected as this year’s MHRI Caretaker of the Year award winner, an honor that is presented annually to the best of the best of caretakers/grooms based on work ethic, acquired skills and dedication during the Minnesota harness racing season.
Standardbreds at Horse World Expo (PA)
Standardbreds will be at Horse World Expo, held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, from Feb. 27 through March 2.
Rosecroft moves Wednesday card to Thursday
Due to inclement weather affecting both track condition and travel conditions for horsepeople, the Wednesday (Feb. 12) harness racing program at Rosecroft Raceway has been postponed to Thursday (Feb. 13). First post will remain 7:15 p.m.
Fear The Dragon in Ohio for 2025
Abby Stables and Standing Stallions are officially announcing that Fear The Dragon will be standing in Ohio for 2025. Fear The Dragon stood at Midland Acres before moving to Abby Stables.
The Raceway cancels Wednesday program
Due to the impending winter storm, live racing has been canceled for Wednesday evening (Feb. 12) at The Raceway.