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New Milford Principal Finishes 22 Marathons In 22 Months: Report

In case the math has your mind in knots, that is over 576 miles.

BETHEL, CT —A local dad recently finished his 22nd marathon in as many months, to honor his late daughter, reports Fox 61. Chris Longo recently finished the Hartford Marathon in honor of his daughter, lost at 22 weeks in Utero.

The Principal of Schaghticoke Middle School in New Milford started running as a way to reflect and mourn the loss of his daughter.

He ran races in New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Chicago and more. His best time was three hours and 21 minutes, according to the report.

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Chris Longo's wife Lynne Longo told the station that her husband plans to run again, in order to continue his mission.

Read more from Fox 61 here.

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