NEWS RELEASE

May 2, 2008

14 th annual Marathon by the Sea Event Weekend to be held Sept. 27/28

May 2, 2008 ( Saint John , NB )—Runners will lace up once again for this year's 14 th annual Marathon by the Sea Event Weekend September 27 and 28.

The Marathon by the Sea has been Saint John's premier event for fitness, family and fun for the past 14 years and is still running strong. It offers something for runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels. This year, it's a two day Marathon by the Sea Event Weekend and it will be the most inclusive event to date with six race categories. On Saturday, the Running Room's 5K Run/Walk and the Timbits Harbour Hustle kids fun run will take place on Harbour Passage in uptown Saint John . Sunday events include the Marathon , Half Marathon, Nordic Walkers 21 K, and the Dempsters 10K Run/Walk.

Each year, Saint John hosts hundreds of runners and their families from across North America and beyond for an enjoyable and rewarding event. Event Chair, Dave Ryan, encourages all new and experienced runners and walkers to look forward to September 27-28. “Now is the perfect time to set your goal. There's plenty of time to work toward making this your first or your best marathon event. We are expecting over 2,000 runners and walkers and a huge increase in our Nordic walkers this year. There are 21 weeks to go before the 2008 Marathon by the Sea so register now and start your training plan,” said Ryan.

Registration is now open for all events and early registration fees apply until June 30. Register online at www.marathonbythesea.com or, in person, at the Running Room in Market Square .

 Media Contact: Janelle Shillington, Marketing Chair, 643-7831