Maryland Business
Anchor and Hope: “We will rebuild” after barn fire
A devastating barn fire at Maryland's Anchor and Hope Farm could have been much worse - but for the quick actions of its forewoman.
Pimlico negotiations going well, Commission told, but details are scarce
After a spring of acrimony, the sides negotiating the future of Pimlico are making "substantial progress," the Maryland Racing Commission was told.
Social Outcast, Youth inducted into Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame
Hard-hitting gelding Social Outcast and speedy turf star Youth are the latest horses to join the Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame.
In with the old as Teletimer returns at Laurel Park
Ten times in a four-month period, new course records were set at Laurel Park, promoting the track to return to Teletimer, its former timing system.
Laurel Park cancels weekend cards
With extreme heat in the forecast, Laurel Park will not race on Saturday, July 20.
Longtime Maryland announcer Dick Woolley passes
Dick Woolley, who as a track announcer called almost 20 Preaknesses and also won an Eclipse Award for his work in radio, has died at age 89.
Timonium to host two stakes in 2019 meet
The Maryland State Fair race meet at Timonium will take place August 23 to September 2 and feature two added-money events.
MJC to allow horses from Delaware Park starting July 14
Beginning July 14, Laurel Park will accept entries and returns from Delaware Park.
Pimlico issue “will be resolved if it can be resolved,” MRC told
The future of Pimlico remains the thorniest local issue facing Maryland racing, but "good-faith" negotiations are raising hopes of a resolution.
Md. Senate President Miller to receive Tesio Award
The Md. Horse Breeders Association will present its Federico Tesio Award for extraordinary contributions to horse racing and breeding to state Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller.
Baltimore City withdraws Pimlico lawsuit
The City of Baltimore has withdrawn its lawsuit seeking to seize PImlico Race Course, in theory opening the door to further discussions with the Stronach Group.
Over 170 riders Canter for the Cause at Pimlico
Riders ranging in age from from 2 to 80 participated in the weekend's Canter for the Cause at Old Hilltop.
Maryland career program participants announced
The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program has announced its six participants for 2019, the program set to run June 3-8.
Wrapping up the 2019 Pimlico meet
News, notes, and observations from the 2019 Pimlico meet, which ended Memorial Day.
Trainer Michael Stidham to judge MHBA Yearling Show
The annual MHBA Yearling Show, with judge Michael Stidham, will take place June 30 in TImonium.
Md. Racing Commission bolsters vet coverage for Preakness
Eight state racing Commission vets -- twice as many as usual -- will be on duty for Saturday's Preakness Stakes at Pimlico.
At Pimlico “idiosyncratic” murals add “flavor of racing”
A little-known series of murals in the Pimlico grandstand add a dash of energy, life -- and art -- to the old facility.
10-furlong Pimlico Special one of two stakes changes
Why's the Pimlico Special distance different this year than previously, and other questions you didn't know you wanted answered.
Maryland Jockey Club seeks dismissal of Baltimore suit
The Maryland Jockey Club moved today to have a judge dismiss Baltimore city's suit seeking to take control of Pimlico and the Preakness.
Heavy rains force Laurel Park to cancel half of Thursday card
Sudden heavy rains forced Laurel Park to cancel races six through 10.
