Inaugural Harvest Days 5k Fun Run exceeds expectations, benefits Battle Ground Education Foundation

Inaugural Harvest Days 5k Fun Run exceeds expectations, benefits Battle Ground Education Foundation

Battle Ground’s inaugural Harvest Days 5k Fun Run and 1-mile walk exceeded expectations prior to the parade on Saturday, July 18, drawing nearly 150 participants and raising nearly $10,000 to expand opportunities for Battle Ground Public Schools students. Hosted by the Battle Ground Education Foundation (BGEF), the event reached its registration capacity before race day as community support poured in from sponsors, volunteers and participants. B…

Forest fun run will raise money for Age Concern

A CHARITY for older people in the borough is holding a fun run in Crowthorne. Age Concern Bracknell Forest supports seniors in the community, helping them to stay independent and connected. The charity is holding a 5k Charity Fun Run and Kids Adventure Trail to raise money and awareness for its work. This is the local group’s first event of many it hopes to host for the community. “We’re really excited about the year ahead,” said a charity spoke…