Tokyo Olympics

Local Olympic hopefuls express disappointment, relief over postponement

  “Duanesburg wrestler Nick Gwiazdowski put himself in excellent position to reach his first Summer Olympics, which were only four months away. Now he’ll have to wait until next year for that chance. Gwiazdowski, a two-time NCAA champion at North Carolina State, had his dream delayed when the International Olympic Committee announced Tuesday morning the … [Read more…]

Longsjo Classic bicycle race bows out after 60 years

  “In recent years, the Longsjo Classic expanded into a multi-day event that included races in Leominster and Worcester. Estimates are that more than 15,000 different athletes raced Fitchburg in the past 60 years. Competitors included Tour de France winners, Olympic gold medalists — and hundreds of local kids, who joined in the event’s fun … [Read more…]