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Laurel Park horse training facility purchase approved by MD board
The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the $48.5 million purchase of Laurel Race Track to be used as a year-round thoroughbred horse training facility.
MD intends to pay at least $85M for Preakness intellectual property
Maryland plans to acquire intellectual property rights of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan by matching Churchill Downs' $85 million offer.
Preakness Festival dates, schedule announced
The Preakness Festival is a Maryland event that intends to bring the essence of the Preakness Stakes into communities across the state.
MD legislative panel presses pause on Laurel Park purchase
A legislative panel is delaying the proposed purchase of Laurel Park by the Maryland Stadium Authority, asking for a cost-benefit review of the $48.5 million deal.
MD Stadium Authority approves $48.5M deal for Laurel Park
The Maryland Stadium Authority Board of Directors voted to approve a $48.5 million agreement with 1/ST Holdings to purchase Laurel Park.
Maryland Jockey Club board named amid Pimlico overhaul
Maryland named nine to lead Jockey Club as it oversees Pimlico, Laurel Park and a new Carroll County site amid major horse racing changes.
BPW approves demolition at Pimlico amid skepticism of horse racing’s future in MD
Maryland leaders OK demolition at Pimlico Race Course, aiming to revitalize horse racing and Park Heights amid concerns about oversight and viability.
Preakness owner, Md. authority push to revamp Pimlico, shift horse racing from Laurel
Under the plan, Maryland would grant Pimlico Race Course much-needed upgrades and shift thoroughbred horse racing away from Laurel Park.
Plan for upgrading Pimlico, other thoroughbred tracks passes Md. Senate
The Maryland Senate voted to bolster plans to upgrade Pimlico Race Course and Laurel Park.
Laurel Park, MoCo centers face ADA suits
A Frederick woman is suing the owners of Laurel Park and three Montgomery County shopping centers for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Horse escapes Laurel Park, flees 1.6 miles on Route 1
LAUREL — Racetrack officials say a horse escaped from Laurel Park and galloped 1.6 miles on a road with traffic before being caught. Laurel Park spokesman Mike Gathagan says Bullet […]
Md. horse racing industry reaches 10-year agreement
The 10-year deal between the major players in Maryland’s beleaguered horse racing industry offers more stability than breeders, jockeys and owners have seen in years, according to industry insiders.
