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PHOTOS: River Rat Promenade celebrates race’s 61st year

By Greg Vine
For the Athol Daily News
April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

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The Athol Fire Department’s antique Seagraves fire engine was one of the many vehicles on display as part of the River Rat Promenade, held the morning of April 11 as part of the River Rat Race. GREG VINE / For the Athol Daily News

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