The annual 8k Run For Freedom in St. Mary's Bay is set for Saturday June 29 starting 10am at the Royal Canadian Legion in Riverhead with a reception following the race.
Pre-registration will be available Thursday June 27 from 6-8pm at Hydro Place on Columbus Drive with registration cut-off at 150 runners. If any spots remain there will be registration available during bib/chip pickup at the Legion race morning from 8:15-9:15am. Fee is $20 for 8k race and $10 for 5k fun run/walk.
This race commemorates the Battle of Beaumont Hamel with the overall female and male winners each receiving a coin commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day (pictured).