Beach to Beacon returns as live race, but with smaller international field

Organizers are excited about the return of Maine's premier road race to Cape Elizabeth for the first time in 3 years.

Maine road races taking steps toward a comeback in 2021

Running events in the state have largely disappeared since the pandemic hit. But some races already have opened registration for their 2021 events, as state officials review their COVID-19 safety guidelines for road races.

At 86, he’s determined to keep streak going at Beach to Beacon

Dan Foley, who has run in each of the 10K races since it started in 1998, doesn't let this year's cancellation get in his way.

Sports Digest: Officials urge runners to stay off Beach to Beacon course Saturday

The Cape Elizabeth police say they a discovered a large number of people planning to run the route Saturday, the date of the race before it was canceled due to the pandemic.

Virtual road races gaining in popularity, although obstacles present unique challenges

With large crowd restrictions still in place, virtual events are an attractive option these days, but the lack of a traditional race day atmosphere can dampen the experience.

Officials cancel 2020 Beach to Beacon 10K road race

'It's really the only right decision,' race founder Joan Benoit Samuelson says of calling off one of Maine's premier summer events.

Beach to Beacon officials to decide soon on status of 2020 race

The 10K road race in Cape Elizabeth is scheduled for Aug. 1, but a decision to possibly postpone or cancel the race should come by the end of April.

Beach to Beacon: Ryan Smith looks to defend Maine title, reach Olympic trials with help from a friend

Auburn resident Ryan Smith and Auburn native Robbie Hollis train together multiple times a week. While both are at different phases of their training, both are expecting big things at the Beach to Beacon and beyond.

Beach to Beacon: Smith top Maine male; Robertson, Tuei win overall titles

Records fall at Beach to Beacon High School Mile