Opening night Saturday at Pocono Downs is cancelled

Winter Storm Stella caused havoc in Northeast Pennsylvania, dropping more than 2 feet of snow in the area, and thereby forced the Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono to cancel their opening night for Saturday, March 18^th. 

The legendary 5/8 mile racing surface would not be ready to kick off the racing season, and track officials, along with the Pennsylvania Harness Horsemen’s Association, decided to cancel opening night.

The official opening night will now be Tuesday, March 21^st, post time 6:30 PM. 

Monticello Raceway cancels Thursday live racing

Due to the severity of the storm and the amount of snow from Winter Storm Stella, Monticello Raceway has cancelled its live racing card for Thursday March 16, afternoon and evening simulcasting will remain open all simulcasting wagering for Thursday.

Live racing will resume on Monday (March 20) with a 12:50 p.m. post.