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Daylight Rush finished with a flourish on Saturday night (May 15) and convincingly took Buffalo Raceways $11,200 Class AA-Open Handicapped Pace in 1:53.4, the fastest time of the 2021 meet. Santana Beach led the way from the start with splits of :28.4, :57.0 and 1:25.1 over the "fast" track. Daylight Rush went first over up the backstretch the final time and drew on even terms with the pacesetter turning for home. Daylight Rush left little doubt in the lane as the eight-year-old gelding pulled ...

Bourbon Express held firm to win the $7,000 Open Trot. American JJ charged for the early lead as Bourbon Express came up to challenge with Winding Hill going three-wide as they headed for the first turn. Bourbon Express got to the first quarter first in :27.1. Spoiler Alert was the first to challenge as they went up the backstretch, but Bourbon Express held the lead to the half in :57.3. He shook loose and hit three-quarters first in 1:25.3. As they made the turn for home, American JJ became ...

Bailey guided Badix Hanover to easy win in the featured $5,500 pace. Badix Hanover charged out of the gate and went right to the front and led to the first quarter in :27.2. He slowed the pace down with a :29-second quarter to hit the half in :56.2. Peggy J (Jeff Sorenson) was the first to make a move coming first-over from third. She put on the pressure but Badix Hanover continued to lead hitting three-quarters in 1:24. As they made the turn for home Badix Hanover would not only have to f...

Safe Travels: 10 Upstate NY museums with nearby restaurants to visit Posted May 14, 2021 Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing series that features things to do in Upstate New York while we still experience the Covid-19 pandemic. Before venturing out, please take proper precautions and check for any changed business hours, park hours or availability. Safe travels! The statewide reopening of museums at full capacity on May 19 should provide a boost to tourism for any number of Upstate ven...

Chatelroll was impressive in winning the $7,000 Open Pace. Bruces Magic took control and hit the first quarter in :27. He remained in charge and hit the half first in :56.3. Wind Blast came first over as they approached the final turn. Chatelroll made his move going three wide as Wind Blast hit three-quarters first in 1:24.1. As they made the turn for home, the race was over as Chatelroll came flying down the stretch to secure his second-straight Open win at Vernon in 1:52.1. Bruces Magic wa...

Get ready to party in Paris, NY, at a beautiful family-friendly venue where you can enjoy live music, have a picnic, and walk through the apple orchards while enjoying fabulous hard cider. Harrys Barn, located at the Collins Homestead, 1724 Holman City Road, Paris, NY, recently received its New York State Farm Brewery License and their Federal Beer and Winery Permit and looked forward to a Labor Day Weekend grand opening. Get our free mobile app Harrys Barn is now back in the Collins family. O...

Chatelroll charged late to win the $7,000 Open Pace. Major Leaguer grabbed the lead and led to the first quarter in :26.2. Wind Blast then took control and led to the half in :55.1. He continued to lead the pack to three-quarters in 1:24. As they made the turn for home, Chatelroll made his move and battled Wind Blast all the way down the stretch. Chatelroll wrestled the lead away to win in 1:51.1. Wind Blast settled for second money with Major Leaguer finishing third. Chatelroll is a five-year-...

Vernon Downs releases new safety guidelines for racing season Ahead of the Kentucky Derby Saturday, Vernon Downs has released its updated health and safety guidelines for operating during the coronavirus pandemic. Posted: Apr 30, 2021 6:08 PM Posted By: WKTV VERONON, N.Y. – Ahead of the Kentucky Derby Saturday, Vernon Downs has released its updated health and safety guidelines for operating during the coronavirus pandemic. All guests will have their temperature checked before entering, and ...

Lucan Hanover hung on to win the $7,000 Open Pace. Lucan Hanover went to the front and hit the first quarter in :27.1. Wind Blast followed tightly in the pocket as Lucan Hanover led to the half in :56.3. Lucan Hanover continued to lead as he hit three-quarters first in 1:24.3. Wind Blast popped out of the pocket as they made the turn for home. Lucan Hanover and Wind Blast traded blows all the way down the stretch with neither one giving an inch. As they hit the wire, Lucan Hanover held on by ...

Horse, auto racing venues can welcome fans back next week Vernon Downs horse racing will open for the season on Saturday, and fans can come and watch the events starting next week. Posted: Apr 15, 2021 10:45 AM Updated: Apr 15, 2021 11:08 AM Posted By: Kali Zigrino VERNON, N.Y. – Vernon Downs horse racing will open for the season on Saturday, and fans can come and watch the events starting next week. Horse and auto racing venues can allow fans at 20% capacity starting Thursday, April 22. Gov...