PRESS PHOTOS BY KATHY HASSICK Volunteers assist runners and walkers as they register and receive their bibs before the start of the annual Sanctuary at Haafsville 5K race.

The weather June 2 is perfect for a morning run as 400 runners and walkers gather at the Lehigh Parkway in Allentown in an effort to raise money for the Sanctuary at Haafsville which works to place rescue dogs and cats in loving homes.

Organizer of the event, Tania Scriff from the Sanctuary at Haafsville kicks off the inaugural 5K run/walk event which raised money for the care and shelter of rescue dogs and cats.

Ready, set, go! Competitive runners take off at the starting line at the Sanctuary at Haafsville 5K race. Additional photos appear on Page A10.

Mike Miller, a resident of Allentown and a Salisbury High School alum, makes an impressive first place finish at the Sanctuary at Haafsville 5K run.