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Monmouth Park purse subsidy continued through 2029
A new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy will extend Monmouth Park’s purse subsidy, wiith the track receiving $10 million annually through 2029.
Rogers: Pimlico “a valuable part” of Md. Jockey Club
With Pimlico having closed August 31, Maryland Jockey Club president Mike Rogers called Old Hilltop a “valuable part of our organization” in a statement.
1/ST, NYRA enter content distribution agreement
The agreement between 1/ST Content and NYRA Content Management Solutions will expand the availability of US horse racing content internationally.
Colonial Downs celebrates “fantastic” meet
Colonial Downs concluded its 2022 meet with record handle, track records set, and a trifecta payout that has to be close to a record (if not one).
Canter for a Cause to return to Pimlico
Canter for a Cause will return to Pimlico for the third year this October 30 to raise funds for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
Colonial Downs to have limited attendance
Colonial Downs will allow up to 1,000 fans in its grandstand and outdoor areas and will take other safety precautions in light of the coronavirus.
Off to the Races radio back for July 4 program
Off to the Races Radio returns July 4 with a great show featuring Delaware Park’s John Mooney and handicapper Barry Spears.
Parx Racing set to allow fans back
Fans and bettors will be permitted to attend the races at Parx Racing — with restrictions — starting Monday, July 6, the local horsemen’s group says.
Trainer Mark Casse joins WHOA
Trainer Mark Casse, a recent inductee to the Hall of Fame, has joined the Water Hay Oats Alliance in calling for passage of the Horseracing Integrity Act.
Fasig-Tipton: Solid sale despite uncertainty
While there was uncertainty entering the Fasig-Tipton 2-year-olds in training sale, the market turned out to be solid – especially for Maryland-breds.
Fasig-Tipton: 2yo sale surpasses $23 million
The two-day Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2-year-old sale which concluded Tuesday surpassed $23 million in gross sales and included a seven-figure seller.
Columbia resident Conley takes Champions ‘capping tournament
The Champions handicapping tournament at Laurel Park went to Columbia, MD resident Brian Conley by a narrow margin of just over $3.
Claimbox: Claiming activity trailing 2017 levels
In our February Claimbox report: claiming activity is off by 4.5 percent versus 2017, plus trainers have been the busiest?
Charles Town cancels Friday evening card
With winds howling throughout the region, Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races has canceled its Friday night card.
National Horseplayers Championship rankings unveiled by NTRA
The new National Horseplayers Championship ranking system ranks all active NHC tour members on a scale of two to 10.
Historical racing machines approved by Virginia legislature
The Virginia Senate Wednesday approved historical racing machines, sending the bill – which could reopen Colonial Downs – to the governor for his signature.
Pro-racing legislation advances in West Virginia Senate
In West Virginia, pro-racing legislation that advocates call a matter of fairness cruised through the state Senate Wednesday afternoon and heads to the House.
Charles Town announces finalized 2018 calendar
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races has announced its finalized 2018 racing calendar, which includes 162 days of live racing.
Interstate “anti-doping” compact bill under consideration in Maryland
A state bill would authorize the Maryland Racing Commission to join a proposed interstate anti-doping compact to harmonize state drug rules.
Pimlico unveils $3.7 million spring stakes schedule
The Maryland Jockey Club’s 12-day Pimlico Preakness meet will feature 15 stakes, including the Grade 1 Preakness.
