There was beautiful weather for the running of the 17th Annual Westport Island Shore Run 10K Road Race on Sunday, Aug. 21. The 10K road race started at 9 a.m., and the 3.5-mile "Fun Walk" started at 8:30 a.m.    

This exciting 10K road race took place on a USATF-certified beautiful course that winds through scenic pine and fir tree forests and over two bridges spanning inlets to Heal Cove and Montsweag Bay. The race was sanctioned by USATF and benefited Westport Volunteer Fire Department, whose members directed traffic and provided logistical support for the participants. Over the past 16 years, the race has generated over $27,000 in proceeds for the firefighters.

Jim McCorkle of 5K Sports Management timed the race again this year for the 17th time! The participants had clear skies and cool temperatures, and all enjoyed the awards ceremony, raffle prize giveaway and post-race refreshments that took place just outside the Old Town Hall.

The top finishers were first place female, Emily Achter, Boston, Massachusetts; second, Laurie Nicholas, Gorham; and third, Caroline Northrup, Ocala, Florida. First place male was Daniel Bradford, Westport Island; second, Michael Rioux, Thomaston; and third, Mitch Dumas, Stratton. See attachment to this web article for full results.