Jan. 9, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen There’s a new half marathon in town — kind of. What was previously the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon has been reintroduced as the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon after the organization settled a trademark lawsuit with the New York Road Runners. Aside from its name, the race —…
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‘A local love fest’: Brooklyn spirit fuels runners during 2024 TCS New York City Marathon
Nov. 4, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Brisk temperatures with a high of 57 degrees and clear blue skies provided the perfect running conditions for more than 50,000 participants in the TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday. The 26.2-mile race, now in its 54th year, spanned all five boroughs. The race began in Staten…
Brooklyn’s guide to the 2024 New York City Marathon: Who’s running, where to watch, and which roads are closed
Oct. 30, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen The New York City Marathon is barreling toward the Big Apple once again, with just days to go before more than 50,000 runners fill the streets on their 26.2-mile, five-borough journey. On Sunday, Nov. 3, the city will be overflowing with athletes, cheering crowds, and high energy, and…
A new tradition: Prospect Park Track Club works to raise money and awareness for Native American org at annual Turkey Trot
Nov. 21, 2023 By Melissa Fishman
For dedicated runners in need of a pre-Thanksgiving dinner fix, the Prospect Park Track Club is offering a different kind of turkey trot, where runners will get in their daily dose of exercise while taking a deeper look at their holiday traditions.