Freehold Raceway to close after nearly 200 years

🐎Horse racing has taken place at the site of Freehold Raceway since the 1830s

🐎General Manager Howard Bruno said it was an “extremely difficult decision”

🐎Freehold Borough’s mayor said he was “blindsided” by the decision

FREEHOLD BOROUGH — The Freehold Raceway told its employees Thursday that it will cease operations.

General Manager Howard Bruno said it was an “extremely difficult decision” considering the track’s history dating back to the 1830s.

“Unfortunately, the operations of the racetrack cannot continue under existing conditions, and we do not see a plausible way forward,” Bruno said. “We are incredibly thankful for our dedicated employees, horsemen and fan base for their support and patronage for so many years.”…

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