Morley's Run

Morley's Run is a 5 mile Run or a 5 Mile Walk. Both events are competitive, family oriented and open to all ages. The race course takes participants by many Johnstown landmarks, beginning at the Westmont Grove and ending in downtown Johnstown at Peoples Natural Gas Park. All proceeds from this event benefit the Newspapers in Education (NIE) program that supplies newspapers to area teachers to use as curriculum in their classrooms.

The 5 Mile course starts at the Westmont Grove, Leaving the parking lot turn a hard right on to Edgehill Drive and run down the hill, turn left on to Wyoming St. (note "slight" hill to climb). Follow Wyoming Street (at top of hill stay straight, Wyoming turns into Crystal) until Stackhouse Park entrance (the entrance will be on your left across from Lehigh Street). Enter the park and follow Crystal Path straight through until the "shoot". Turn right on the "shoot" then Turn right on main path, take path all the way to the bottom of Stackhouse Park and exit Stackhouse Park onto Norton Road. Take Norton Road to D Street and veer to the right (Please Cross over D street and run against traffic). Take D Street to the end and make a r!ght onto Laurel Avenue under the train viaduct. Take Laurel Avenue to Iron Street. Turn right on Iron Street, follow Iron Street to the Fourth Avenue bridge. Turn right on Fourth Avenue and cross the bridge into Cambria City. Immediately at the end of Fourth Ave Bridge make a left onto Power Street. (Power Street turns into Roosevelt Boulevard), and run along the river and beautifully painted river barriers. Stay to the left and run on the sidewalk (about 100 yards) to the pedestrian bridge. Cross the pedestrian bridge (by JWF). Make a right back onto Iron St., run to the finish inside Peoples Natural Gas Park. Please stay on Iron Street, (STAY OFF THE PATH) as the finish into PNG Park is via Iron Street.

A look at The Tribune-Democrat Newspapers In Education Program:

Overview
National studies suggest that students who use the newspaper as part of their academic setting score higher on tests, and are better comprehensive readers than students who learn only from textbooks. The newspaper is the most up-to-date textbook available. The Newspapers In Education (NIE) program provides newspapers, curriculum guides, special supplements and other educational services to our classrooms and teachers. The Tribune-Democrat helps teachers develop and enhance the skills their students need to compete in today’s world. NIE not only boosts student’s reading skills but also their knowledge of subjects such as character development, living skills, current events, career choices, citizenship, black history, bullying, critical thinking skills, financial literacy and so much
more.

The Tribune-Democrat NIE program provides 50 teachers in 24 different school districts newspapers to use as “living textbooks” in their classrooms. Through the NIE program, The Tribune-Democrat reaches over 5,000 students per week in Cambria, Somerset and Bedford counties. The Tribune-Democrat provides the newspapers to the schools and students at no cost to the schools.

There is a cost however, for The Tribune-Democrat. The Tribune-Democrat must purchase the newsprint that the newspapers are printed on, the ink, labor and distribution costs. All of this is absorbed by The Tribune-Democrat in order to furnish newspapers to our area schools at no cost for the schools. Events such as Morley’s Run help support this program and keep it going.

The students in our area schools are our future customers, employees and leaders. The economic health and development of our community, depends on quality education for our students. The Tribune-Democrat is committed to continued support of our NIE program; however it is a never-ending challenge to meet the ever-increasing demand to sponsor classroom newspapers each year.

With your help, we can continue to support Johnstown’s future, which is in the hands of our up-and-coming students.

Facts about NIE

• It sparks student’s interest and knowledge of current events.
• It helps develop skilled readers, writers and communicators.
• It allows students to talk with their peers and their parents about what they have read.
• It is a creative teaching tool.
• The Tribune-Democrat contains practical, up-to-date information.
• It is the perfect model for teaching students to write for a purpose.
• It is a school-budget bargain - free!

A look at some frequently asked questions.

Can I register the day of the race?
Yes! Registration can be done on race day. Cost is $25. (However we can't guarantee you an awesome jersey if you register after October 17th)

What if it rains or snows?
The race will go on rain, snow or shine.

Is there registration fee refundable?
NO. Refunds will not be given. Please see our cancellation policy on our registration page.

Is there an age limit?
There is no minimum or maximum. However, all minors must have a signed waiver from their parent or guardian.

Am I guaranteed an event jersey?
Pre-registered runners that sign up by October 19th are guaranteed a race-jersey. Runners who register after that are not guaranteed a race jersey and will receive one as supplies last.

What times does the race start?
9 a.m. (Same day registration starts at 8 a.m.)

Where does the race start/end.
The race starts at the Westmont Grove, 1000 Edgehill Drive, Johnstown and ends at PNG Park 90 Johns St., Johnstown.

Can I ride my bike?
Other than adaptive vehicles no other mode of transportation is permitted. No unicycles, bicycles, skates/roller blades, or non registered runners or individuals are permitted on the course.

Can I listen to music during the race?
Wearing of headsets is not recommended.

What do I do after I have completed the race?
Hang out with us to celebrate! Food and refreshments will be provided for race participants at the end of the race, while supplies last.

Where can I see the results of Morley's Run?
Results will be printed in The Tribune-Democrat following the race. They will also be available online here at morleysrun.org

Who does the race benefit?
The proceeds from this event will benefit the Newspapers in Education (NIE) program that supplies newspapers to area teachers for use as curriculum in their classrooms.