Wilbur climbs back into drivers seat Sep 25, 2008
Joey Saldana was the WoO winner Friday night at Eldora Speedway over Steve Kinser, Chad Kemenah, Donny Schatz and Kraig Kinser while Jac Haudenschild won Sunday nights Outlaw main at New Yorks Lebanon Valley Speedway over Jason Meyers, Sam Hafertepe, Jr., Steve Kinser and Saldana. Dale Blaney picked up the big $20,000 prize last Saturday in the Jim Ford Classic at Fremont Speedway. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Race goes down to the wire Sep 22, 2008
Jac Haudenschild charged to the high side of turn four on the last lap and inched ahead of Jason Meyers to win his 50th World of Outlaws feature Sunday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway. The winning margin was 0. (Albany Times Union)
A rough road for Outlaws Sep 21, 2008
World of Outlaws sprint-car drivers had one day to make a 720-mile drive from Rossburg, Ohio, where they raced Friday night, to West Lebanon, site of tonight's 25-lap A-feature race at Lebanon Valley Speedway. Rain on July 20 during the Outlaws' annual trek to the Valley made the return trip necessary. (Albany Times Union)
Selinsgrove Speedway prepped for final race of 08 Sep 20, 2008
The tour visits Tony Stewarts Eldora Speedway tonight, before heading to Lebanon Valley Speedway (N.Y.) on Sunday night. Wednesday night finds the Outlaws on the at Orange County Fair Speedway in Middletown, N.Y., before the two-day National Open at Williams Grove, next Friday and Saturday nights. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Outlaws circuit revs engines Sep 18, 2008
The World of Outlaws sprint-car series arrives Sunday at Lebanon Valley Speedway for a 25-lap A-feature event, postponed from July20. That's after racing Friday in Rossburg, Ohio. (Albany Times Union)
Schoolgirls crowned at fair Aug 30, 2008
LaMountain is on her varsity volleyball team and works at Fresno s Restaurant and the Lebanon Valley Speedway. She wants to pursue graphic design and layout as a career. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Tremont locks up King of the Track title Aug 27, 2008
Wednesday 27 August, 2008. The modifieds had to finish the fourth installment of the King of the Track, postponed with 24 laps to go the previous week due to fog. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Fog suspends Leb Valley modified race Aug 20, 2008
Wednesday 20 August, 2008. Saxton Signs and Waste Management sponsored the night, according to a press release. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Hough, Lavoy win caution-filled races Aug 13, 2008
Wednesday 13 August, 2008. Sabic Innovative Plastics, Keybank, and Conklin Limestone presented a full card of events that included the 3rd round of the King of the Track Mid-Summer Big Block Modified Shootout, according to a press release. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Donnie Ackner returns to LVS victory lane Jul 30, 2008
Wednesday 30 July, 2008. Mother nature is still hampering the racing programs around the state, but LVS was once again determined to get the show done, the speedway said in a press release. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Cisney tasting success Jul 24, 2008
Sunday nights World of Outlaws event at Lebanon Valley Speedway was rained out after all qualifying was complete. The Outlaws return to the track on September 21. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Tremont wins first leg of special series Jul 22, 2008
Tuesday 22 July, 2008. The full night of action included the first leg of the King of the Track and a special fireworks display, according to a press release. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Crowning event at Lebanon Valley Jul 18, 2008
Promoter Howard Commander will add a little twist to his regular racing schedule Saturday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway ... The Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaw Sprint Car Series will visit Lebanon Valley Speedway on Sunday. (Albany Times Union)
Meet the driver Jul 13, 2008
MJS Racing held a barbecue Friday, July 4, at the Elm Tree Plaza in Craryville for fans to meet Lebanon Valley Speedway Pro Stock driver Matt Shadic (right). Seen here with Shadic and the car are (left to right) engine builder Jack Boys, owner (and Matt's dad) Mike Shadic, crew chief Paul Halstead and pit crew members Don Tacchino, Kevin O'Connell, Mike Surdam, Dave Tamburro, Bill Ambrogio, Patty Pirro and Alexa Piper. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Gas prices can't stop cars--or fans--at Lebanon Valley Jul 4, 2008
Not so much, says Lebanon Valley Speedway promoter Howard Commander. And modified driver Brian Berger agrees. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Speed wins third Tanner Classic at LVS Jun 28, 2008
Robbie Speed shows off his Pro Stock car in his Philmont garage, along with the trophy and check he earned for winning the third annual Bubba Tanner Pro Stock Classic at Lebanon Valley Speedway Saturday, June 21 ... W. LEBANON--The skies were finally clear for an entire night of racing action at Lebanon Valley Speedway Saturday, June 21. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Langenbach, 67, not done winning Jun 14, 2008
Jimmy Langenbach certainly knows the way to victory lane at Lebanon Valley Speedway ... The one-hour format, co-hosted by Albany-Saratoga and Lebanon Valley Speedway announcer Dan Martin and Krash Mender, offers the race fan up-to-date race results, a weekly guest, and the last segment opens the phone lines up to callers. (Albany Times Union)
Memorable Memorial Day weekend for driver Kislowski May 31, 2008
Ryan Larkin added his name to the record books at Lebanon Valley Speedway on Saturday night for two reasons. The modified driver earned his first career victory in the modified ranks and also became part of the 10th father-and-son team to win at the high-banked oval. (Albany Times Union)
Bad luck ruining the Marshall plan May 24, 2008
Since the start of the season in April, Marshall has not won at Lebanon Valley Speedway. "Certainly we've been a little snakebitten. We had an oil line collapse on us the first week, which created a loss of oil pressure, and I didn't get it shut off quick enough, which hurt the motor," Marshall said. (Albany Times Union)
Pioneering driver dies Jan 26, 2008
Bill Therrien, a pioneering driver at Lebanon Valley Speedway, died Wednesday at Kaaterskill Care in Catskill. He was 86. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Danes remain at No. 3 Nov 21, 2007
Lebanon Valley Speedway is set for its first "off-season" race program with the Turkey Bowl and Enduro full fender extravaganza at 1 p.m. Saturday with the front gates opening at noon. The event will contain a 25-lap pro stock feature, a 20-lap limited pro stock feature, a 20-lap pure stock feature, a 20-lap 4-cylinder feature and a 50-lap enduro feature. (Albany Times Union)
Albany biker returns to Arenacross Nov 11, 2007
His father raced drag cars at Lebanon Valley Speedway and the wrenches were always turning in their garage on Albany Street. Guthrie would poke around, playing with tools and asking how different parts worked. (Albany Times Union)
Kavanaugh falls in quarterfinals Sep 4, 2007
Lebanon Valley Speedway. J.R. Heffner of Averill Park won the modifieds season finale at Lebanon Valley Speedway late Saturday in West Lebanon. (Albany Times Union)
Demolition man: Mellenville's Robbie Speed is a fixture at the Columbia County Fair's Demolition Derby Aug 29, 2007
Outside of the derby, Speed's name is also a familiar one at Lebanon Valley Speedway, where he is well known for his racing exploits. "The thrill of winning at Lebanon [Valley] in front of all those fans is great," says Speed. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Miseno wins bowling regional in New Jersey Aug 28, 2007
Lebanon Valley Speedway. Jeff Trombley won his second modified race of the year, putting away Andy Bachetti, Steve Howe and Keith Flach in the 30-lap event late Saturday night. (Albany Times Union)
Longfield takes cups Aug 21, 2007
Bachetti takes two Andy Bachetti was a dual winner late Saturday at Lebanon Valley Speedway, taking the modified feature and the 358 modified event. . (Albany Times Union)
Hall of Fame Classic is tonight at CCFS Aug 19, 2007
Last Saturday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway Hearn led all 100-laps of the feature ... Another driver who is hitting his stride late in the season is Unadilla driver Billy Decker in the Gypsum Wholesalers, No. 91 At Lebanon Valley Speedway Decker brought home a second-place finish behind Hearn. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Tremont hitting peaks, valleys Aug 18, 2007
Modified sensation Kenny Tremont might not be able to get to the winner's circle on Saturday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway this year, but Tremont's not having any difficulty placing his family-owned racer in victory lane on Friday and Sunday nights ... On Saturday, Lebanon Valley Speedway hosted a Miss Lebanon Valley contest ... Mark your calendar On Sunday, Lebanon Valley Speedway will host the 14th Annual Spitzie's Harley Davidson Show and Swap Meet. (Albany Times Union)
Fonda chases not close Aug 11, 2007
It's my turn, Dad Sportsman driver Neil Stratton earned his first victory Saturday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway. "With one lap to go I just kept thinking, 'I hope I don't lose my brakes,' " said Stratton, 23. (Albany Times Union)
Fresh Air families give a simple gift Aug 4, 2007
While he's here, the boys say, the family's plans may include a trip to Great Escape, The Park Playhouse's production of Grease, mini-golf at Fun Plex, a visit to the state capitol and the New York State Museum, drive-in movies, Lebanon Valley Speedway and Howe Caverns. But, says Troyvon, "The best part of coming up here is just hanging out with these guys." For Noah, who has two younger sisters, the best part is having a friend every day. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Buzz in first title match Jul 31, 2007
Lebanon Valley Speedway. Pole-sitter Steve Hough held on to win the 30-lap modified feature Saturday night at Lebanon Valley Speedway, his first victory of the season. (Albany Times Union)
Jelley has pique with the Valley Jul 28, 2007
About a month ago, modified driver Wayne Jelley just disappeared from the starting lineup at Lebanon Valley Speedway. He hasn't been back since. (Albany Times Union)
Hall of Famer beats local Jul 24, 2007
Lebanon Valley Speedway. Jay Casey chased down Kevin Arnold for his first victory of the season in the pro stock feature at Lebanon Valley Speedway. (Albany Times Union)
Dyson team competing at Mid-Ohio Jul 20, 2007
The modifieds will headline the action on Saturday night and the World of Outlaws visit Lebanon Valley Speedway on Sunday ... Lebanon Valley Dragway will be closed on Sunday due to the World of Outlaws coming to Lebanon Valley Speedway. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Finke takes drag race Jul 10, 2007
Paul Gilardi, starting in the front row, sprinted past Ryan Larkin for the lead and withstood several challenges for his first victory of the season in the modified feature at Lebanon Valley Speedway late Saturday. Art Collins won his second sportsman feature of the season by taking the lead away from Jeff Kelly early in the race and putting away Kory Sandstedt and defending champion Jeff Watson. (Albany Times Union)
Valley win to Sheldon Jul 3, 2007
Guy Sheldon settled behind leaders Mike King and Dave McFreeters through 20 laps before taking the lead en route to his second modified victory of the season at Lebanon Valley Speedway in Saturday's feature. After the caution flag came out during the 18th lap, Sheldon moved from his third position to the lead within two laps and pulled away from the rest of the field with Mark Flach Jr., Kenny Tremont, King and Jeff Trombley rounding out the top five finishers. (Albany Times Union)
Wetmore team likes Odaz's drive Jun 9, 2007
At 63, he had been around Lebanon Valley Speedway for 52 years and had entered a race at the speedway for the past 47 years. But he needed a change. (Albany Times Union)
Eye Rock 500 at Lebanon Valley Needs Your Help May 12, 2007
The seventh annual Eye Rock 500 race for Camp Abilitieswill be Saturday, June 9th at Lebanon Valley Speedway. Andthey needfor your help. (FOX23 News, NY)
Speedway races ahead; stocked with sponsors and tradition Apr 30, 2007
Die-hard auto racing fans, big-time corporate sponsors and dedicated drivers are the fuel that has kept Lebanon Valley Speedway running since 1952. An auto parts dealer, an asphalt supplier, a hedge fund and a highway builder are among the half-dozen sponsors who funnel $50,000 to $80,000 apiece into the track each year. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Racing fans, corporate sponsors keep speedway alive Apr 30, 2007
Die-hard auto racing fans, big-time corporate sponsors and dedicated drivers are the fuel that has kept Lebanon Valley Speedway running since 1952 ... Rifenburg was able to round up enough large steel beams from the bridge to help Lebanon Valley Speedway owner Howard Commander build a two-level sitting area for spectators at his Columbia County stock car and drag strip. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Back on Track Apr 14, 2007
After another long winter, Lebanon Valley Speedway opens its 2007 season Saturday, April 14, with racing in the modified, pro-stock, limited pro-stock, pure-stock and four-cylinder divisions. The gates open at 5 p.m. and the action begins an hour later. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Friends start world record countdown Mar 7, 2007
Other donations have been received from Bryant and Stratton, volunteer fire companies, the Castleton Ambulance, Schodack Police Benevolent Association, Scarnato's Ristorante, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Hall Construction Company, First Plan Technologies, Odyssey Networks, the Schodack Central School District and private individuals. The world record for the longest paper clip chain is held by ninth grade students at Eisenhower Junior High School in Taylorsville, Utah, who constructed a 22. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Popular eatery lost to blaze Jan 31, 2007
The Speedway Diner at 1575 Route 20, across the road and down from the Lebanon Valley Speedway, New Lebanon, a popular area eatery since the 1930s, succumbed to a fire that started in the kitchen sometime after the place had closed for the night January 27. Firefighters from eight companies in Columbia and Rensselaer counties battled the blaze until the following morning. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
