Marina Orrson Martino
Wyoming Valley, PA | Female
50 Years of the Wyoming Valley Striders: A deeper conversation with Marina Orrson Martino.
Browse upcoming race listings across Northeastern Pennsylvania and discover events that match your goals, pace, and schedule. From 5Ks and charity runs to longer distance races, we make it easy to find local events in one place. If you are an organizer, you can also submit your race to reach our active local running community. Every listing helps connect runners, walkers, and supporters with more opportunities to participate.
In a March 27, 2026 letter to the editor, Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown thanked runners, volunteers, city staff, and event partners for helping launch the first Diamond City Shamrock 5K. The event drew more than 300 participants and raised over $5,000 to support local clients battling colon and colorectal cancer through the Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA.
Wyoming Valley, PA | Female
50 Years of the Wyoming Valley Striders: A deeper conversation with Marina Orrson Martino.
Wyoming Valley, PA | Male
50 Years of the Wyoming Valley Striders: Six decades on the run for Tom Carter.
NEPARUNNER Spotlight stories celebrate the local athletes, walkers, and community supporters who make race day special across Northeastern Pennsylvania. Explore past features to read real stories of dedication, progress, and people who give back to the running scene. From first-time finishers to experienced racers, each spotlight highlights the spirit that keeps our community moving. If someone in your club, family, or friend group deserves recognition, we would love to hear about them. Submit a nomination and help us feature more inspiring runners from around NEPA.
