After weeks of speculation concerning the start of the 2017 racing season at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl, track officials confirmed Wednesday that the season opening event at the track will not be run May 6-7. The track released a statement announcing the decision to postpone the season opening Blastoff Weekend event, citing concerns with […]

Jacob Perry’s racing career has literally grown up on the grounds of Thompson Speedway. From being a child watching his father Dennis compete, there to getting the chance in youth racing in a Quarter Midget at the Little T Speedway. This weekend the Pawcatuck 15-year old gets the chance to do what he’s been waiting […]

The Hartford Courant reported Wednesday that two victims involved with recent charges filed against New London-Waterford Speedbowl owner Bruce Bemer are attempting to freeze his assets. The move could put any hope of Bemer making a swift sale of the facility in jeopardy. According to multiple sources close to the Speedbowl, Bemer has privately indicated […]

In January Tom Fox celebrated his return to what he called his “favorite track” when it was announced that he would return to a position he had previously held as the racing director at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl. Tuesday Fox announced that he is resigning from his race director’s position at the track. Fox cited […]

The Day of New London reported Wednesday evening that New London-Waterford Speedbowl owner Bruce Bemer was arrested Tuesday evening. The Day reported that Bemer was arrested “for allegedly patronizing a trafficked person, according to Danbury police.” Bemer was not available for comment Wednesday evening. According to The Day of New London, Bemer was arraigned Wednesday […]