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CHHA stallion auction begins Monday
January 28, 2013
The Christian Harness Horsemen's Association Stallion Auction begins Monday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. and runs through Saturday, February 2 at 2:00 p.m. on ongait.com. Visit www.chha.net/stallions for an up-to-date listing of available breedings. Bids may also be called in to Lee at 603-898-1927.
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Historic Stakes move to Harrah's Philadelphia
January 28, 2013
The Historic Stakes, some of the oldest and most prestigious races on the Grand Circuit, conducted for more than 80 years, have a new venue for freshman pacers and trotters.   In 2013 the Pennsylvania Harness Horsemen's Association and Harrah's Philadelphia will host the quartet of ev
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Trainer Magie moonlighting as basketball coach
January 28, 2013
Brian Magie has enjoyed success with Standardbreds. He is pretty good with Mustangs, too. Magie, a 54-year-old harness racing trainer from Chesterfield, N.J., is in his fourth season of coaching the girls' basketball team at New Jersey United Christian Academy in nearby Cream Ridge. The school i
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Yonkers cancels Monday due to weather
January 28, 2013
Due to impending inclement weather in the greater New York area, Yonkers Raceway has cancelled both live racing and evening simulcasting on Monday evening.   Horsemen are advised that Mohday's draw for Friday's card remains as scheduled, with the entry box closing at the usu
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NJ Breeders honor best of 2012 season
January 28, 2013
Chapter Seven, Linda Toscano and Walnridge Farm were among the honorees at the 56th annual New Jersey Breeders Awards Luncheon on Jan. 27 at Charley's Other Brother. Chapter Seven was the recipient of the New Jersey Standardbred Horse of the Year award. Chapter Seven's trainer, Linda Toscano
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Michigan horseman Larry Jones dies
January 28, 2013
Longtime Michigan-based horseman Larry Jones, of Jackson, died Sunday, Jan. 27. He was 69.   Along with his wife, Linda, Mr. Jonesraised and raced many very nice horses over his years in the business, Stir Fry, Insipid, Oakmont, Spicy Cinnamon and Casino Showgirl were just a
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Tremor Hanover breaks out of "seconditis"
January 28, 2013
Tired of being the bridesmaid, Tremor Hanover took matters into her own hands Monday at The Meadows when she powered to the lead and fashioned a game victory in the slop in the $22,500 Filly & Mare Not Listed Preferred/Preferred Handicap Pace. Tremor Hanover had finished second in 11 of her
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Dancer's bill for mobile betting signed by governor
January 28, 2013
Racetrack patrons would be permitted to place bets on special mobile gaming devices under legislation signed on Monday by Governor Christie and sponsored by Assembly Republican Ronald S. Dancer. "With this innovation, horse race fans could place a bet and collect their winnings without leav
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