CONWAY — The Old Man of the Mountains Hockey Tournament will return to Ham Ice Arena this weekend, with 19 teams from across New England, some including former professional players, coming to West Main Street to vie for the cup and bragging rights.
While hockey takes center stage, organizers say the event gives the business community a strong economic boost on an otherwise slow weekend.
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