5th Annual Fit for Life Run/Walk a Success

The fifth annual Medford Fit for Life 5K Run/Walk on Sunday was a huge success despite the gray weather. Dozens of runners and walkers came out in support of an effort to raise money for deserving Medford children to attend summer camp in memory of Officer Pat Fahey. The event, started by Brooks Elementary School teacher Kristin Howell, School Committee member Ann Marie Cugno, and City Councilor Breanna Lungo-Koehn, was held in cooperation with the Medford Public Schools, Department of Public Works, and the Fahey family.

Prizes were donated by local businesses, including John Brewer’s Tavern, and food was once again generously donated by Raso’s.

Runners at the beginning of the race.

Members of the Medford High School and Arlington Catholic cross-country teams always participate in the race. Medford’s Brian Bourne (#435) won the race for the second straight year and teammate Steven Mahoney (#643) was also a top finisher.

Medford Police Officer Dave Ciampi with Tom Fahey, father of Pat Fahey.

Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn, recovering from knee surgery, was unable to better his performance from last year’s race but he made an interesting guest for Medford High video students Nick Germano and John Radigan.

Steve and Ivy Eliopoulos completed the 3.1 mile race with family dog Zeiss.

– InsideMedford.com