Freehold Idol Prizes Announced

Downtown Freehold has announced the prizes for this year’s Freehold Idol, which begins Wednesday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. in front of the Hall of Records.

The first place winner in each age group will receive $500 and recording time at the Monmouth Academy of Musical arts; the second place winner will receive $250; and the third place winner will receive $100.

Downtown Freehold is still accepting applications for Freehold Idol auditions. Singers age 10 years and older will get a chance to show off their talent in the fourth annual singing contest. Each week, the contestants are judged and the best performers move to a final round. The top three vocalists receive prizes. The performances take place every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. during the summer through Wednesday, Aug. 10. The finales will be held Wednesday, Aug. 17 and Wednesday, Aug. 24.