News Archives
Tuesday, 15 May 2018 13:08
Elige Bourne muses on Shimshine and the upcoming season
Three weeks after breaking both his right leg below the knee and his right ankle, Elige Bourne leans heavily on…
Monday, 14 May 2018 10:30
Huge Mothers’ Day attendance and ACTRA awards dominate weekend at RMTC
Mother's Day weekend at RMTC was a huge success with any measuring stick. The crowds were great and the handle…
Monday, 14 May 2018 10:24
Hoofprints - May 13
Beautiful sunny weather all weekend for harness racing at Century Downs in Balzac, and the pacers made the most of…
Monday, 07 May 2018 21:06
Five wins in Northlands Park opening card for Rycroft
Now that’s the way to get out of the starting gate with your running shoes on. Trainer Tim Rycroft won…
Monday, 07 May 2018 12:57
Opening Day a huge success at RMTC
There was an electricity in the air for opening day at RMTC. It was a long winter and the pent-up…
Monday, 07 May 2018 08:42
Hoofprints - May 6
The pacers are tuned up, the weather is finally warming up, and it’s time to launch the 2018 stakes calendar…
Thursday, 03 May 2018 15:06
Horse Racing Alberta and Northlands extend Horse Racing License
EDMONTON, AB – Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) and Northlands announced today the continuation of their partnership by extending the horse…
Tuesday, 01 May 2018 11:17
Horse Racing Alberta Appoints New Chairman of the Board
Edmonton, Alta – Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is pleased to announce that appointment of Mr. Gill Hermanns as the Chair…
Monday, 30 April 2018 12:00
Northlands Patrons excited for Opening Day
Norval Honey hasn’t missed thoroughbred racing’s opening day in over 50 years. This Saturday’s opening day will mark about the…
Monday, 30 April 2018 09:48
Hoofprints - April 29
Developing an athlete in harness racing isn’t much different that developing an athlete in any sport. You need pedigree, patience,…
Monday, 23 April 2018 08:36
Hoofprints - April 22
I didn’t have a specific story in mind when I strolled through the backstretch on the weekend. It was clear…
Monday, 16 April 2018 10:02
Hoofprints - April 15
Now that the racing seasons have ended at Fraser Downs in Langley BC and are about to close at Cal…
Tuesday, 10 April 2018 14:16
Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame announces 2018 inductees
CHRHF Class of 2018 includes Bill Andrew, Reade Baker, Jim Doherty, Dave Landry, Dan Loiselle, John G. Sikura, along with…
Monday, 09 April 2018 11:38
Hoofprints - April 8
It’s been a great start to 2018 for owner and breeder, Diane Bertrand, of Edmonton. She and her racing partner,…
Sunday, 01 April 2018 21:24
Hoofprints - April 1
Opening Day at the races is a bit like a reunion. All kinds of people who haven’t seen each other…
Tuesday, 13 February 2018 16:27
Musings on the 2017 season, Northlands last harness card this weekend
The finish line approaches; the collective memories roll by in waves - one following another evoking a clap dance of…
Saturday, 10 February 2018 22:00
2018 ASHA Awards Night Winners
Congratulations to the 2017 winners! 2 Year Old Alberta Sired Filly Roaring Home 2 Year Old Filly Maid In Alberta…
Thursday, 08 February 2018 15:21
A cold December flips to a hot January/February for Kelly
You don’t have to convince Dave Kelly about Murphy’s Law - the old adage which postulates that whatever can go…
Thursday, 01 February 2018 14:15
The Jockey Club of Canada Announces Sovereign Finalists, Alberta Jockeys Named
The Sovereign Awards are presented annually to recognize Canada’s Champion Thoroughbred horses and horsemen. The Sovereign Awards honour the best…
Thursday, 01 February 2018 14:05
The Jockey Club of Canada Announces 2017 Sovereign Award Finalists
...extends invitation to attend awards night The Jockey Club of Canada will host the 43rd Annual Sovereign Awards Ceremony to…
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