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Registration Open For 2020 Rhode Island State Police 5k
The "5k Foot Pursuit" will be held at Narragansett Town Beach on April 26.
NARRAGANSETT, RI — Spring is still a long way off, but registration is already open for the 2020 Rhode Island State Police 5k Foot Pursuit. The annual race draws hundreds of runners, raising money for the State Police Union, which distributes the funds to various characterizes throughout the year.
Tuesday is the last day to register for just $25. Starting Jan. 1, the fee goes up to $30. From April 1 through 22, registration costs $35, at which point online registration closes. Runners can register day-of for $40.
The race will take place at the North Beach Pavilion of Narragansett Town Beach at 79 Boston Neck Road.
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This year's race drew nearly 1,000 participants, despite less-than-ideal weather. Saunderstown resident Greg Motta took home first place after completing the race in just 17 minutes, 12 seconds.Motta, along with the first-place female runner Ashley Jenson, took home a $100 prize. Jenson, a 34-year-old from Boston, completed the race in 19 minutes, 39 seconds.
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