Scranton Honors Minicozzi With LaFesta Memorial Race

The 13th Annual Cpt. James R. Minicozzi Memorial Race is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, August 30, at 10 a.m. in downtown Scranton during LaFesta Italiana. The race is organized by the UNICO Scranton Chapter.

Race day registration is available from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the corner of Linden St. and N. Washington Ave, with a registration fee of $35. Participants will have access to free food and drinks, including soft pretzels, cookies, fruit, granola bars, Gatorade, and water.

The event, backed by several sponsors including GOLD sponsors UNICO, James J. McGowan, Sysco, and Villa Maria; SILVER sponsors Toyota, Compass, and Lamar; and BRONZE sponsors McDonald’s and L. M. C. Colby, will showcase a full day of activities and community spirit.



Source: Scranton Strong

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Source Location: Scranton

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