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Beach to Beacon 10K cancelled due to coronavirus concerns

Beach to Beacon 10K cancelled due to coronavirus concerns

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CAPE ELIZABETH, Maine (WGAN) The 2020 TD Beach to Beacon 10K road race is the latest summer event in Maine to be cancelled due to coronavirus.

In a statement, Beach to Beacon President David Backer said:

“After significant review and in partnership with our medical partners we have made this very difficult decision. We know this will be disappointing for those of us who look forward to the race each year but the health and safety of our runners, volunteers, spectators, staff and community remains paramount.”

The race was scheduled for August 1st.

Registration fees will automatically be refunded to runners in the coming weeks. Everyone who entered in this year’s race will be able to enter early for the 2021 race.

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