JACKSON — Dillon Labonte, 19, of Hill topped a talent field in near-perfect conditions to win the prestigious Jackson Covered Bridge 10K on Friday night in 34:02. Sixty-two people finished the road race.
Sarah Canney of Farmington was the fastest female in the race and was 14th overall in 44:52.
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