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West Virginia Racing, Simulcasting Stops during Talks

CHESTER, West Virginia – As reported by the Associated Press: "Mountaineer Racetrack and Gaming Resort has halted live thoroughbred racing and wagering on simulcast races from other tracks while it tries to reach a new agreement with the Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association.

"The current pact expired Thursday, and Mountaineer cannot resume racing or pari-mutuel wagering until a new deal is in place.

"…The union representing pari-mutuel clerks, meanwhile, has agreed to extend the terms of its current contract until Jan. 10…"

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