Gemma Steel, the defending women's champion, can paint and write as well as sprint and stride. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
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There will be a group run at 1pm on Friday from the front steps of Cape Elizabeth HS with professional runners Alexi Pappas, Will Geoghegan & Riley Masters, come join the group for an easy 30 minute effort.
Chasing the World Championship standard in Europe proved too draining, his agent says. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
Joan Benoit Samuelson remains the tireless leader of the Cape Elizabeth race that's turning 18. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
The sun beat down on the field of 6,595 throughout the race, while the times were blistering fast the competition was still top notch.
