Dalton CRA May Day Races Draw Runners of All Ages

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DALTON, Mass. – Stefan Ogle was the top male 10-kilometer finisher and Christina Korney the top female 10K finisher at the 2025 Community Recreation Association May Day Races on Sunday at Nessacus Middle School.
 
Ogle’s winning 10K time was 36 minutes, 57 seconds, Matt Marsh was second in 41:04 and Brian Ducey third in 43:25. Korney’s winning time was 43:49, followed by Christine Tower in 46:33 and Kristen Casella in 53:24.
 
In the 5K race, Brady Payson was the men’s winner in 18:47, followed by Connor Carr in 19:51, and Jack Curtiss in 20:50. Lauren Farry was the top woman 5K finisher in 23:50, followed by Samantha Rutz in 23:58 and Mia Thomas in 25:43.
 
Payton Anastasio, age 10, was the top overall finisher in the Splatter Sprint mile race in 9:01, 10-year-old Oliver Polidoro was second in 9:02 and 11-year-old Nicholas Jerebtsov was third in 9:03.
 
In the kids’ Obstacles & Popsicles ½-mile races, 8-year-old Cole Marquis was first in 3:44,  7-year-old Jake Vosburgh finished second in 3:47, while 8-year-old Everett Sondrini was third in 3:55. Delaini O’Keefe was the top girl in 4:13, Cecelia Poulton was second in 4:23 and Mara Shreve was third in 4:31.
 
In the 5-and-under race, Ace Breymann was first in 5:37.3, Luca McDermott was second in 5:37.4 and Nolan Touponce third in 5:39. Elynn Turner was the top girl in 5:42, while Harper Phillips was second in 5:46 and Addison Uy third 5:48.
 
10K Race
1. Stefan Ogle, 36:57. 2. Matt Marsh, 41:04. 3. Brian Ducey, 43:25. 4. Christina Korney, 43:49. 5. Christine Tower, 46:33. 6. Josh Hasty, 47:40. 7. Allan Bates, 49:24. 8. Alexander Simolaris, 49:38. 9. Chris Barry, 50:00. 10, Dom Sondrini, 52:58.
 
5K Race
1. Brady Payson, 18:47. 2. Connor Carr, 19:51. 3. Jack Curtiss, 20:50. 4. Chaz Mahal, 20:55. 5. William Breymann, 21:05. 6. Benjamin Ward, 21:31. 7. Mike Giulian, 22:10. 8. Lucas Polidoro, 22:45. 9. Frank Oliva, 23:36. 10. Lauren Farry, 23:50.
 
Kids' Splatter Sprint 1 Mile Race
1. Payton Anastasio, 9:01 2. Oliver Polidoro, 9:02. 3, . 3. Nicholas Jerebtsov, 9:03. 4. Calab Dudley, 9:03. 5. Kyla O’Keefe, 9:04. 6. Maximus Reed, 9:08. 7. Everett Sondrini, 9:09. 8. Eva Esposito, 9:25. 9. Jensen Carney, 9:28. 10. Ben Chennels, 9:29.
 
Kids' Obstacles & Popsicles 1/2 Mile Race
Age 4 Boys
1. Troy Marquis,  5:46. 2. Austin Mozzi, 6:08. 3. Tatum Price, 6:31.
Age 4 Girls
1. Everly Phillips, 6:16. 2. Olivia Shea, 6:20. 3. Laura Vosburgh, 7:36.
Age 5 Boys
1. Ace Breymann, 5:37. 2. Luca McDermott, 5:37. 3. Nolan Touponce, 5:39.
Age 5 Girls
1. Elynn Turner, 5:42. 2. Harper Phillips, 5:46. 3. Addison Uy, 5:48.
Age 6 Boys
1. Luke Sandstedt, 4:18. 2. Theo Allard, 4:42. 3. Ashton Giulian, 4:43.
Age 6 Girls
1. Mara Shreve, 4:31. 2. Trinity O’Keefe, 4:33. 3. Brooke Bauman, 4:35.
Age 7 Boys
1. Jake Vosburgh, 3:47. 2. Bryce Marquis, 4:10. 3. Ross Chennells, 4:11.
Age 7 Girls
1. Cecelia Polson, 4:23. 2. Abigail Gallagher, 4:34. 3. Makayla Cantarella, 4:41.
Age 8 Boys
1. Cole Marquis, 3:44. 2. Everett Sondrini, 3:55. 3. Noah Sandstedt, 3:57.
Age 8 Girls
1. Delaini O’Keefe, 4:13. 2. Alena Vella, 4:41. 3. Hazel Carney, 7:36.
 
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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Financial Advisor

DALTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management (BMM) announced that Financial Advisor PJ Gagne, AIF has joined the firm. 
 
He brings a grounded, values-based approach to financial planning, helping professionals and business owners in their 50s and 60s answer financial questions and move toward retirement with clarity and confidence.
 
Gagne specializes in guiding clients through decisions—such as when to take Social Security, how to protect their children's future, and how to turn a lifetime of hard work into long-term financial security. His collaborative planning style helps clients understand their best-case scenarios while preparing for uncertainties.
 
"PJ's ability to simplify complex decisions and help clients move forward confidently makes him a tremendous addition to our team," said Allen Harris, Founder and CEO of Berkshire Money Management. "His expertise will support our continued growth as we expand services across the region and open our new Williamstown office."
 
As the firm announced earlier this year, BMM's newest location at 136 Water Street, Williamstown will be open by appointment later this month.
 
Gagne lives in South Hadley with his wife, their children, and pets. He enjoys home projects, coaching soccer, and time with family. He holds a BA in Economics from Fairfield University and is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF).
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