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R.I. gambling numbers hit plateau

CRANSTON, Rhode Island – As reported by the Providence Journal: "Just a few years ago, a $240-million Powerball jackpot would have drawn long lines at gas stations and convenience stores across the state.

"But yesterday there was little buzz. And forget about lines.

"…Rhode Islanders' appetite for gambling has lowered. And we're not alone. Elsewhere in the region, sales of lottery tickets and other forms of gambling are either less than last year or flat.

"…Since July, Rhode Island lottery sales have grown by less than three-tenths of a percent compared with the same period last year. Instant scratch tickets are down 2.5 percent, Keno is down less than half a percent and Powerball is up just 1.9 percent.

"…At Lincoln Park, revenues have been down in seven of the last eight months. Newport Grand has been down during 16 of the last 20 months…"

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