Hall of Fame jockey Javier Castellano Self-Quarantine
Hall of Fame jockey Javier Castellano spoke about contracting COVID-19 for the first time on Monday, calling in for a conversation with Barry Abrams' In The Gate podcast. Agent John Panagot posted the news of Castellano's positive test to Twitter on Thursday, March 26,
How To Get $1,000 If You Are A Freelancer, Gig Worker, Or Independent Contractor
https://www.forbes.com/sites/allbusiness/2020/04/24/how-to-get-1000-if-you-are-a-freelancer-gig-worker-or-independent-contractor/amp/ Independent contractors can also apply: https://www.uc.pa.gov/unemployment-benefits/file/Pages/Filing-for-PUA.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2jUiOEkNJtoMO4Hrtebjdg7ydJoKPwH78-v9nmCnmLqO7--n4et_S08bc Under the CARES Act passed on March 27, 2020, independent contractors, gig workers, and freelancers affected by the coronavirus crisis are eligible to receive a government grant of $1,000. The SBA sometimes refers to these grants
UPDATE _ Bookkeeper Will Accept Cash for Claiming
The parx bookkeeper has informed the PTHA that they will now accept cash for claiming horses. Parx is scheduled to resume claiming races on July 6, 2020. You must schedule an appointment by calling 267-223-3315 to go up the second floor.
HPA Black Friday Sale!
The HPA store will be closed on Thanksgiving, but is open regular hours Friday and Saturday.
Backstretch Thanksgiving Dinner
All Backstretch personnel are welcome to enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal!