by Jay | Jun 20, 2012 | New England, Vermont
One of northern New England’s first purpose-built race tracks received statewide recognition today, as Northeastern Speedway was officially recognized by the State of Vermont with the unveiling of a historical marker on speedway grounds.
Northeastern Speedway operated alongside Route 18 in the rural town of Waterford from 1959 to 1966. Hosting today’s dedication ceremony were present property owners Paul and Lise Bellefeuille, of Waterford. The Bellefeuilles have worked tirelessly since 2008 to restore speedway grounds to their original condition, creating a living museum to Vermont’s rich racing history.
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by Jay | Jun 20, 2012 | Maine, Touring Series News
BKR Development Driver Looks To Build On Recent Milwaukee Effort
After a quick trip home to New England over the weekend, Austin Theriault is back in the midwest – and back in the Brad Keselowski Racing No. 29 Checkered Flag Foundation Dodge – this week.
One week after an impressive effort at the historic Milwaukee Mile, Theriault is set to tackle the CRA Super Series 4th annual Rowdy 251 at Berlin Raceway in Marne, Mich., on Tuesday night.
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by Jay | Jun 20, 2012 | Granite State Pro Stock, Maine, New England, Touring Series News, Unity
Series only visit to the Pine Tree State comes on June 23
The Granite State Pro Stock Series will head to the Pine Tree State on Saturday, June 23 to visit the tricky one-third mile Unity Raceway in Unity, ME for race number two of the season. Over 20 cars are expected for the 112-lap main event and the series only appearance in the state of Maine in 2012.
Drivers from all across New England are expected to travel to Maine’s toughest oval, including 15-year old Derek Griffith of Hudson, NH. Griffith scored a second place finish in his first Pro Stock race in the season opening David’s House 106 at Monadnock Speedway.
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by Jay | Jun 20, 2012 | NEMST, New Hampshire, Touring Series News, Twin State
The weather finally turned around for the North East Mini Stock Tour after a disappointing rainout on June 2nd at Waterford Speedbowl the sun was bright and skies were clear as 19 tour type mini stocks rolled into Twin State Speedway in Claremont, NH.
As the first round of practice started NHMS winner and current NEMST point leader Mike Mason experienced car troubles that required him be pushed of the track. As the rest of the competitors dialed their machines in for the race a few fast stand outs prevailed from the pack to set the mark others were reaching for.
Once the rest of the divisions finished practice the NEMST officials held a drivers meeting and also revealed the starting lineup for the heats races according to draw. John Kelly was also drawn to win the Tater’s NASCAR Cash bonus of $70. The NEMST unveiled new Texas Roadhouse North East Mini Stock Tour sweatshirts available and many fans and crew members purchased their copies.
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by Jay | Jun 20, 2012 | Hudson, New Hampshire
Nick Dombrowski gave his Dad a nice present on Father’s day by winning his first ever Thunder light feature event. Dombrowski led the caution-free event from the drop of the green til the checkers fell.
Andrew Morin had won the previous 3 Thunder Light features but fell behind early and couldn’t make up the ground he lost and finished second. Max Chaput finished third.
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