Officials Celebrate 70th Anniversary of Stateline Speedway

The culmination of a year-long 70th anniversary celebration of stock car racing took place Saturday evening at Stateline Speedway in Busti. Four proclamations and citations were presented to owners Bill and Lisa Catania, who purchased the track from Jim and Jean Scott last year. State Senator George Borrello, who presented his proclamation first, thanked the Catanias for what they have done to keep the track operating...

George Borrello: anniversary is very special

Assemblyman Andrew Molitor joined in thanking the Catanias and previous owners for keeping the speedway going for seven generations. Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel has been a fan and a crew member for friends over the past three decades...

P.J. Wendel: having an enjoyable time

Bill Catania thanked everyone for the recognition...

Bill Catania: thanked everyone

A representative from Congressman Nick Langworthy's office also presented a proclamation to the Catanias for their support and continuing the traditions at Stateline Speedway. Langworthy's father, Ted, raced at Stateline and sponsored several cars down through the years.

Photo by Assemblyman Andrew Molitor's Office