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Best of the Rivah Contest: 2024 Winners
Once again, our readers let us know what makes the Rivah special in our 9th annual Best of the Rivah Contest! From wineries to oysters, chicken to bait, art to ice cream and much, much more… you have chosen our area’s favorites. Thank you for helping us salute...
1918 Kentucky Derby winner, Exterminator
One of the greatest race horses of all time was Exterminator, owned by Willis Sharpe Kilmer of Remlik Hall, (Kilmer spelled backwards) in Middlesex County. When Kilmer’s mansion burned in 1939, three large murals of Kilmer’s most famous horses, Exterminator, Sun Briar and Sun Beau were among the first things removed from the fire. Today, they are in Saratoga Springs, New York, at the National Museum of Horse Racing and Hall of Fame.
Registration opens for 16th annual Dream Fields Spanish Mackerel Fishing Tournament
Registration is open for the 16th annual Dream Fields Spanish Mackerel Fishing Tournament on Saturday, August 10. With some $5,400 in prizes to be awarded, the tournament includes overall winners and categories for junior, lady and special anglers, according to director Amy Forrester. Registration is $200 per boat. There will...