Jessica Johnson will complete her 4th Boston Marathon next week, raising money for cancer research in honor of her late mother.
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Posted inFeature Obituary, Maine, News
Runner killed in Portland traffic crash remembered as generous, all in on life
Diane Bell, 75, of Westbrook, loved to dance, cried easily and valued doing things the right way, down to the last detail, her friends and family said.
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South Portland influencer cleans the streets while jogging
Ben Michaud, the man behind the Instagram account Ploggarun, has amassed 35,000 followers and earned $300 from returning recyclables.
Posted inFood, Sports
Powered by potatoes: Endurance athletes are chasing speed with spuds
More ultramarathoners and cyclists are turning to potatoes as a mild, carbohydrate-packed fuel option.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick race team running to support fishermen’s mental, physical health
In October, 16 local athletes will participate in the Maine Marathon to raise funds for Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association’s Fishermen Wellness program.
Posted inTimes Record
Your Land: Crystal Spring foot song (plus a little trail wonkery)
When I want nearness to the mountain trails that seed my dreams and am unable to get to those mountains, I go to a local micro-mountain and its root- and rock-striated trails. There, on foot and in mind, I set about training for the mountains and their enduring message: Uphill is the direction of life. […]
Posted inNation & World, News
10 years after the Boston Marathon bombing, how has public safety changed: ‘People are very vigilant’
As social media platforms have grown and advanced, law enforcement and the U.S. intelligence community have taken a closer look at social media for any threats of a pending attack.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick running group provides exercise and community
Less than three months after its inaugural event, Merrymeeting Parkrun, part of a worldwide network of running groups, is drawing more than 20 runners and walkers to its free 5K events each Saturday morning.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Travis Mills Foundation fundraiser comes to Brunswick
Brunswick will host the Travis Mills Foundation’s Miles for Mills Memorial Day 5K at 9 a.m. May 29 after two years of remote-only racing, according to a press release from the organization. The foundation, which supports post-9/11 veterans, expects up to 1,500 walkers and runners will participate in the event, which will take place at […]
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine Spotlight: Mia-Claire Kezal, Thornton Academy
The junior recently finished 11th in the 800 meters at the Adidas Indoor National championships.