We're saying goodbye; Horseman ceases operations
Bidding you goodbye is as tough a thing possible to do, but that’s what is happening today with the closing of Horseman Publishing Co., which includes HarnessRacing Weekend Preview, harnessracing.com, and the 144-year-old The Horseman And Fair World magazine. In the new and free HarnessRacing Weekend Preview, editor and general manager Kathy Parker expresses her thoughts on the closing of the doors of the company that in 2010 was honored with the prestigious Proximity Award for achievements in harness racing. Associate editor Gordon Waterstone and advertising manager Lynne Myers also give their thanks to t... more...
OHHA to publish Huff's Fair Directory
The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) has obtained ownership, intellectual property, and publication rights for the Huff’s National Fair Directory.
The 2021 guide will mark the 115th annual edition of the Ohio Harness Racing Guide.
OHHA Executive Director Renee Mancino said, “The sudden loss of the Horseman Publishing Company and their 144-year-old industry publications is significant; we will do what we can to carry forward the legacy and goodwill that the Huff’s Guide National Fair Directory represents to Ohio’s horsemen.”
In a Facebook post, publisher Lynne Myers... more...
The 2021 guide will mark the 115th annual edition of the Ohio Harness Racing Guide.
OHHA Executive Director Renee Mancino said, “The sudden loss of the Horseman Publishing Company and their 144-year-old industry publications is significant; we will do what we can to carry forward the legacy and goodwill that the Huff’s Guide National Fair Directory represents to Ohio’s horsemen.”
In a Facebook post, publisher Lynne Myers... more...
Arrangements announced for Robert J. Key
Robert “Bob” Joseph Key, 87, of Freeport, Pa., died Jan. 27, 2021.
He was born July 27, 1933, in Hazelton, to the late Robert C. and Helena M. Gulick Key. Mr. Key received a bachelor of arts degree in 1955 from Dickinson College. He continued his education at Dickinson, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1957 with a doctorate of jurisprudence.
He practiced law for more than 50 years and was the president/owner of Key Bellevilles Inc., a firm he built into the largest manufacturer of disc springs in North America. He was also one of the top owners and breeders of champion racehorses in the sport... more...
He was born July 27, 1933, in Hazelton, to the late Robert C. and Helena M. Gulick Key. Mr. Key received a bachelor of arts degree in 1955 from Dickinson College. He continued his education at Dickinson, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1957 with a doctorate of jurisprudence.
He practiced law for more than 50 years and was the president/owner of Key Bellevilles Inc., a firm he built into the largest manufacturer of disc springs in North America. He was also one of the top owners and breeders of champion racehorses in the sport... more...
Meadowlands amends race-day protocols
Meadowlands Racetrack on Wednesday received approval from the New Jersey Racing Commission (NJRC) to amend the current operational plan in place for racing while dealing with the pandemic.
Starting this weekend horse assignments for both New Jersey and out of state horses will occur in the paddock. Stalls will continue to be assigned by trainer for both groups to minimize the number of caretakers necessary. Any overflow for any race night will still be placed in the receiving barns. Out-of-state horses will be placed in a predetermined area of the paddock separate from the NJ horses.
This permi... more...
Starting this weekend horse assignments for both New Jersey and out of state horses will occur in the paddock. Stalls will continue to be assigned by trainer for both groups to minimize the number of caretakers necessary. Any overflow for any race night will still be placed in the receiving barns. Out-of-state horses will be placed in a predetermined area of the paddock separate from the NJ horses.
This permi... more...
Robert J. Key, influential breeder, owner dies
Robert J. Key, one of the Standardbred sport’s most influential breeders, most notably through his horse American Winner, died Wednesday morning, Jan. 27, in Pennsylvania.
Mr. Key bred American Winner in partnership with the late John Glesmann and the colt won the 1993 Hambletonian. As a sire, American Winner leaves a legacy through his daughter Yankee Blondie, the dam of Muscle Hill.
American Winner was a son of Super Bowl and the Speedy Somolli mare BJ’s Pleasure. Mr. Key and Mr. Glesmann purchased BJ’s Pleasure as a yearling from breeder Lana Lobell Farms. The following year Lana Lobel... more...
Mr. Key bred American Winner in partnership with the late John Glesmann and the colt won the 1993 Hambletonian. As a sire, American Winner leaves a legacy through his daughter Yankee Blondie, the dam of Muscle Hill.
American Winner was a son of Super Bowl and the Speedy Somolli mare BJ’s Pleasure. Mr. Key and Mr. Glesmann purchased BJ’s Pleasure as a yearling from breeder Lana Lobell Farms. The following year Lana Lobel... more...
Big payouts prevail at The Big M
The nature of racing is sometimes favorites win, sometimes they don’t, and Meadowlands’ fans are versatile enough to adjust to whatever scenario comes their way, although smiles were likely broader last weekend (Jan. 22-23) when four-figure payouts were the norm.
During the 27-race (13 on Friday, 14 on Saturday), two-card race week, only seven favorites were seen in the winner’s circle at mile’s end, for a low percentage of 26. But when you remove Friday’s Early Double and Saturday’s Late Double – both of which were swept by post-time choices – the Big M faithful were able to make some... more...
During the 27-race (13 on Friday, 14 on Saturday), two-card race week, only seven favorites were seen in the winner’s circle at mile’s end, for a low percentage of 26. But when you remove Friday’s Early Double and Saturday’s Late Double – both of which were swept by post-time choices – the Big M faithful were able to make some... more...
Lord Of Winterfell sets sail for double-gaited glory
Lord Of Winterfell is now eight with more than $241,000 in his bank account and a mark of 1:51.2. You might figure that this accomplished pacer would relish retirement and a respected spot as elder statesman in the Norm Parker stable.
Not this guy. In fact, he’s begun 2021 with a new vocation. He’s a trotter now, and he’ll make his second start on his new gait Friday at The Meadows. The Western Ideal-Caila Fra gelding leaves from post 6, Race 2, with Jim Pantaleano driving.
Dual-gaited performers are rare in harness racing. Indeed, Parker, who trains Lord Of Winterfell for Jeff Weaver’s... more...
Not this guy. In fact, he’s begun 2021 with a new vocation. He’s a trotter now, and he’ll make his second start on his new gait Friday at The Meadows. The Western Ideal-Caila Fra gelding leaves from post 6, Race 2, with Jim Pantaleano driving.
Dual-gaited performers are rare in harness racing. Indeed, Parker, who trains Lord Of Winterfell for Jeff Weaver’s... more...
Headlines • December 11, 2023
▪ We're saying goodbye; Horseman ceases operations
▪ OHHA to publish Huff's Fair Directory
▪ Arrangements announced for Robert J. Key
▪ Meadowlands amends race-day protocols
▪ Robert J. Key, influential breeder, owner dies
▪ Big payouts prevail at The Big M
▪ Lord Of Winterfell sets sail for double-gaited glory
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