On Wednesday, Oct. 22nd, the Mystic Runners are hosting a talk by Dave McGillivray, and they have generously extended an invitation for all the members of the North Shore Striders to join. The talk will take place on that Wednesday, following the Mystic Runners' weekly "Lake Q 5K." Come to run the race (not required), then stay to listen to Dave. The 5K starts at 6:45 at the … [Read more...]
In Memorium: Louise Rossetti
On Monday, June 30th, a long-time member of the North Shore Striders, Louise Rossetti passed away - just a couple of weeks after the 21st successful running of the Louise Rossetti 5K. For those wishing to attend services, the wake is Monday, July 7th from 2-4PM and 6-9PM at the Bisbee/Portcella Funeral Home 549 Lincoln Ave. The funeral will be a 10:30AM mass on Tuesday the 8th … [Read more...]
37th Annual Swampscott Dory Run & Run To Remember
By Mike Pelletier On Memorial Day, one Sue, two Vanessa’s and six Kays dominated the Swampscott Dory Run. Sean Kay the Younger, and Alexandra Kay each took 1st in their respective age groups, while Aidan Kay, Sue Quimby, Vanessa Freedman, and Natalia Kay each took second in their age groups. As often happens, nine Striders competed in a stellar fashion and six of the nine came … [Read more...]
N.S. Striders Show Best Bang for the Buck at the Chelsea Chase 5K
By Mike Pelletier Rosie tried to recruit a large number of North Shore Striders to compete in the Chelsea Chase 5K, but on one week’s notice it was hard to get big numbers. Instead, Rosie got high quality. In a race with 298 finishers, all six of the North Shore Striders ran with distinction and finished at or near the top of their respective age groups. Andy Moore was 1st … [Read more...]
Marathon Scarf Project
Out of the tragedy of last year's Boston Marathon grew many happy stories of generosity and kindness. This year, the Old South Church launched a Marathon Scarf Project, putting out a call for knitters far and wide to send in scarves for the runners, survivors, and first responders of the Boston Marathon. The scarves were to be a symbol of love and courage, and a "proclamation … [Read more...]
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