The 36th New Bedford Half Marathon - Classic Race in this Historic Seaport City is Again the USATF-NE ChampionshipPresented on St. Patrick's Day this year by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, it is simply one of the best. It will run March 17, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. and is a race with great traditions, indeed one of the foremost in the USA. The New Bedford Half Marathon is the second of seven races in the USATF--New England Grand Prix. "We cater to runners who expect quality and respect." In New Bedford, Massachusetts they "Embrace the Race."
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