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The initial stages of the demolition of Belmont Park's historic grandstand and clubhouse are set to take place on April 5. The existing 1.25 million-square-foot building will be replaced with a roughly 250,000-square-foot building featuring the modern amenities and hospitality offerings sports fans now expect upon the project's completion, set for 2026.
Belmont Park grandstand, clubhouse demolition set to begin
The initial stages of the demolition of the current Belmont Park grandstand and clubhouse begin on April 5. more
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Junior Alvarado, who rode Itsakeyper to victory in Race #2 at Belmont on June 16, was joined by Long Island Association members. The race was named in honor of the LIA.
Belmont Park racetrack modernization project aims to begin next year
The New York Racing Association is aiming to break ground on a $455 million Belmont Park modernization project in 2024 that will transform the historic racing venue. According to a NYRA … more
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Jose Franco-Martinez of Elmont sentenced to 25-to-life for murdering ex-girlfriend at Belmont Park
The Nassau County District Attorney’s Office announced Jose Franco-Martinez, 58, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for stabbing his ex-girlfriend over 20 times while she tended horses at … more
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Luis Ramos of Queens in front of the large statue honoring the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s 31-length win in the Belmont.
Photos: Scenes from a historic 2023 Belmont Stakes
It was a picture-perfect day at Belmont Park last Saturday as the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes was held before a spirited crowd of more than 48,000. History was made in the 12th race of the … more
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Arcangelo wins historic Belmont Stakes
There was no Triple Crown on the line, but the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes was historic nonetheless. Trainer Jena Antonucci etched herself into thoroughbred racing history Saturday when … more
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Elected officials, Elmont community leaders and others joined the New York Racing Association at Belmont Park to kick off opening day on May 4, and to announce the state’s approval of a $455 million loan to renovate the historic horse racing facility.
$455M loan approved by state lawmakers for Belmont Park project
The Belmont Park redevelopment plan is officially off to the races. Gov. Kathy Hochul and other state lawmakers gave approval to a $455 million loan that will fund the complete modernization of … more
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Princesa Celina, with jockey Jose Ortiz aboard, won the opening race of the 40-day 2023 spring/summer meet at Belmont Park May 4.
Live horse racing returns to Belmont Park for 2023 season
Following a nearly eight-month stay at Aqueduct Racetrack, live racing on the New York Racing Association, Inc. circuit returned to Belmont Park on May 4 for the 2023 spring/summer meet.  The … more
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New York lawmakers approved of the $455 million loan for NYRA to redevelop Belmont Park.
State approves $455m loan for Belmont racetrack project
The Belmont Park redevelopment plan is a go.  Governor Kathy Hochul  and other New York State lawmakers approved of a $455 million bond  which will aid in the complete modernization … more
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The Belmont Park redevelopment plan would completely modernize the 118-year-old horse racing facility in Elmont. Gov. Kathy Hochul pledged her support for the racetrack’s $455 million, multi-year renovation project.
Belmont Park community advisory board appointee process moves forward
The New York Racing Association’s proposed modernization plan for the Belmont Park racetrack looked as if it had the potential to being approved as the April 1 state budget deadline approached. … more
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UBS Arena is a win-win for Long Island
The social media posts generated by Long Islanders at the very first Islanders game at the new UBS Arena came fast and furious on Saturday, showing an excitement not seen since the Islanders’ four straight Stanley Cup wins in the early ’80s. more
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