Millinocket Marathon News Today

The Times highlighted several eclipse destinations, including in Mexico, Canada and elsewhere in the U.S., but singled out Millinocket and a specific event there as its number one choice overall.

Not even his big beard becoming a frozen mass upon his face could hide the big smile across Grant's face during most of his adventure.

Not even his big beard becoming a frozen mass upon his face could hide the big smile across Grant's face during most of his adventure.

Not even his big beard becoming a frozen mass upon his face could hide the big smile across Grant's face during most of his adventure.

"The money I raise will give children battling the most complex diseases, treatments they can’t find anywhere else."

Not even his big beard becoming a frozen mass upon his face could hide the big smile across Grant's face during most of his adventure.

Not even his big beard becoming a frozen mass upon his face could hide the big smile across Grant's face during most of his adventure.

The race gave Millinocket businesses a boost of around $878,000, the Maine Sports Commission said.

Hosted in a quiet town of 4,200 on the outskirts of Baxter State Park, the annual Millinocket Marathon and Half is more than a road race.

The event returned to the town in 2021 after being a virtual event last year. The race was also a boost to the Millinocket area economy.