Almost ready at West Meadows Raceway
01-Sep-2009 07:18 AM NZT
The Officials/Mutuels Building is up at harness racing's new West Meadows Raceway in Regina, Saskatchewan. Here are some pictures to update the previous story.»»»

Harness racing has been without a home in Regina for over six years. But that's no longer the case as West Meadows Raceway (WMR) is preparing for their first year on the Saskatchewan racing circuit. »»»

The first horses have arrived at the new Regina track and it was a big day for organizers at West Meadows Raceway (WMR). 'It is both a historic day and a very exciting time for harness racing in Saskatchewan', (WMR Director and Spokesperson Glenn Le Drew). »»»

The first photos of West Meadows Raceway are now available at www.WestMeadowsRaceway.com. "It has been a very busy summer/fall" claims WMR spokesperson, Glenn Le Drew. "The track is in, signage complete and the main barn is up, which is a lot when you consider we started with only an open field of stubble just a few months ago and much of the work completed by shareholders, sponsors and volunteers. »»»

Elections were held recently at the Saskatchewan Standardbred Horsemen's Association Annual General Meeting. Glenn Le Drew will remain on as President by acclamation. Vice President, Jane Grainger who has served the SSHA well in recent years, was nominated to serve the next term once again as Vice President.»»»