Thursday, November 20, 2008
NETWA Announces 2008 Champions and Award Winners
EAST BOSTON, MA - The New England Turf Writers Association has selected its champions and award winners for 2008. The annual awards dinner will take place in July of 2009 during the live racing season at Suffolk Downs. The honorees are:
Friday, November 14, 2008
ECONOMY LEADS TO MIXED RESULTS FOR SUFFOLK DOWNS’ 2008 MEET
EAST BOSTON, MA - Suffolk Downs wrapped up its 2008 racing season with declines in live wagering and attendance and an increase in all-sources handle, track officials announced today.
On-track handle for the 102-day live meet was down 7% from last year, as was attendance. All-sources handle was up 11% on the strength of 13% growth in transmitted handle.
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Phantom Gourmet Beer & Food Phest at Suffolk Downs
Join us on the final day of the 2008 live racing season at Suffolk Downs, Saturday, November 8, for the Phantom Gourmet Beer & Food Phest. From the producers of the Phantom Gourmet Food Festival and the BBQ Beach Party comes the biggest and best beer event in Boston history.
Monday, November 03, 2008
SUFFOLK DOWNS CANCELS MONDAY’S CARD
EAST BOSTON, MA - Suffolk Downs was forced to cancel its live racing program on Monday due to a tote system failure.
Monday's card has been rescheduled for Friday, November 7, pending approval of the State Racing Commission. First post is 12:45.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
CANTER to Hold 3rd Annual “Suffolk Showcase” this Sunday
EAST BOSTON, MA - The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses of New England (CANTER NE), a volunteer group dedicated to finding new careers for racehorses at Suffolk Downs, will hold its 3rd Annual “Suffolk Showcase” in the stable area at Suffolk Downs on Sunday, October 26 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
The Showcase is an opportunity for trainers to present horses nearing their retirement from racing to a large group of interested buyers. CANTER NE board members and volunteers will run the event and be available to answer questions from prospective buyers.
