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Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Runners compete in 15th annual Savin Rock Marathon
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Runners came from all over the state to participate in the 15th annual Savin Rock Marathon on Saturday. The race takes runners on a 13-mile loop of the city. Marathon runners ran the loop twice. 'Johnny's Jog' raises money to support those with chronic illnesses Thankfully for the those running on Saturday, the weather cooperated. 'Usually this time of year, it's a little bit shadier for the weather, but, beautiful out, fifty degrees, can't ask for better weather,' said Aiden Neilotero. Runners say this is one of their favorite races in the state. 'I just started running on the treadmill, and then I started running outside, and I really enjoyed it, and I was like 'eh, might as well,' and the weather seems nice,' Taylor Tripodi said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘Johnny's Jog' raises money to support those with chronic illnesses
WEST HARTFORD, Conn (WTNH) — West Hartford continued its St. Patrick's day celebrations Sunday with the annual 'Johnny's Jog' 5K race. The annual event combines a road race with bagpipes, step dancing, free food, a raffle, and more. The race is held in honor of Johnny Moran, who organizers say faced life's challenges with a heartwarming smile and an unyielding spirit. Manchester Road Race donates over $100K in proceeds 'We started and we used to hand-write our own signs, we had about, our first year, maybe 300 participants, 200, and it's just grown,' race organizer Kelly Clark said. 'And everybody comes out every year, and the community shows up, and it's really nice.' Since the race started in 2011, it has raised over $850,000 to support people living with chronic illnesses. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
