Mark DiPaola, president of the Italian Equestrian Sports Federation (FISE), visited Croceri Farm to review its future plans with the goal of designating it as one of the few FISE-recognized centers of excellence for sports training, particularly during critical...
Smokes Sanctuary, located outside Woodstock, is a dedicated retirement haven for former Thoroughbred racehorses, offering them a peaceful life away from the pressures of racing. Founded by Jennifer Wetzel, inspired by rescuing a terrified horse named Tee Shaw from...
Laois County Council has impounded three stray horses found on roadsides in Portlaoise on January 16, 2026. The horses—a bay male from Mountrath Road, a black male, and a bay female both from Green Mill Lane—are now held and...
ThoroFan is a national non-profit organization dedicated to representing Thoroughbred racing fans, emphasizing that educated fans are vital to the sport's success. They highlight the significant financial contribution fans make through wagering yet note fans lack meaningful representation in...
In his op-ed, John Piassek critiques Michael Musto’s proposal for a unified Mid-Atlantic horse racing circuit, which centers on drastically reducing racing days to supposedly strengthen the industry. Piassek argues that cutting dates so sharply—potentially by 60%—would harm breeders,...
The Department for Transport (DfT) is launching a nationwide 2026 campaign to raise awareness of significant 2022 Highway Code changes that prioritize pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders over motor vehicles. These changes introduced a Hierarchy of Road Users, mandating...
