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Harrah's New Orleans Plan Reopening

LOUISIANA – As reported by the Louisiana Times-Picayune: "Harrah's New Orleans Casino will reopen next year, but an exact date and the number of employees who will be needed remain unknown.

"'The question is, what level of business will the casino have to support a work force?' said Anthony Sanfilippo, president of Harrah's central division.

"Harrah's told employees in a letter this week that the casino would reopen in 2006 after it finishes repairing damage wrought by Hurricane Katrina. The casino suffered damage to its roof and mold from water leaks.

"The drop-off in tourism activity in the city also complicates the reopening of Harrah's.

"…Sanfilippo said the top priority is establishing an opening date, and then the casino can determine 'the amount of staff needed to be able to open and support the facility'…"

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