HTN: Shamrock Run

The Smith Street entrances to the Niagara Thruway will be blocked off between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. this Saturday for the 31st running of the "Shamrock Run." The 8K race follows a new route this year because of the waterfront construction project. The race starts at noon at Father Conway Park on Louisiana Street, proceeds up Smith to Seneca Street and down Michigan Avenue to the waterfront, finishing back on Louisiana Street. Interested participants can sign up at the Old First Ward Community Center or at www.buffaloshamrockrun.com. Proceeds from the event go to the Old First Ward Community Association to help provide housing and human services to the residents of the Buffalo River Community.