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Better late than never.

Just over a month ago many around the local racing scene were wondering if there would even be racing at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl.

Saturday fans got to find out exactly how much racing they’ll get to see this season at the shoreline oval.

Track officials announced a 23-event weekly racing schedule for the facility this season, which includes one event for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour and one event for the Valenti Modified Racing Series.

The schedule kicks off May 2 with a NASCAR Whelen All-American Series card.

The season will close with a special event on Oct. 24 that will include open Tour Type and SK Modified events.

The Whelen Modified Tour will compete at the track in the Mr. Rooter 161 on May 30. The Valenti Modified Racing Series will make its one visit to the track as part of the Aug. 8 Wings and Wheels event, which will also include the Northeastern Midget Association and the International SuperModified Association. The Tri-Track Modified Racing Series will also make its track debut on Sept. 13.

The schedule also includes events for the Mr. Rooter New England Truck Series, North East Mini Stock Tour, the North East Street Stock Tour, the Wicked Cool Midgets and the Granite State Pro Stock Series.