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Gaming News Archives - Page 3690Magna Entertainment amends financing agreements22 December 2006
Magna Entertainment Corp. reports that it has amended two financing agreements.
Appeals filed for Shingle Springs decision22 December 2006
An appeal has been filed concerning the California Department of Transportation's proposed interchange that will connect Highway 50 to the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Rancheria.
Herbst acquisition of Sands Regent approved22 December 2006
The Nevada Gaming Commission has unanimously approved the proposed acquisition of The Sands Regent by privately held Herbst Gaming Inc.
New Full Tilt software a plus for players22 December 2006
Full Tilt Poker revamped its poker room this month, brining the look and feel of the site up to par with its competitors and creating a greater atmosphere of professionalism for the site known as the home of the pros.
Mardi Gras Gaming Centre opens soon21 December 2006
News Brief: Mardi Gras Racetrack & Gaming Center will open next week after receiving the state's approval Wednesday to turn on its Las Vegas-style slot machines for patrons.
Revere plans casino hearing21 December 2006
News Brief: The Revere City Council plans to schedule a public hearing next year on a proposal allowing casinos to be built on two local racetrack sites.
Ontario lottery outpaces other gaming21 December 2006
News Brief: Lotteries are still the biggest source of gambling revenue for the Ontario government, far outpacing casinos and slot machines at racetracks.
Australia may change lottery ticket rules21 December 2006
International News Brief: Scratch tickets could be sold at Victoria, Australia, supermarkets under a Bracks Government plan to loosen Tattersall's $1.2 billion-a-year lotteries monopoly.
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS: Harrah's priority: Reduce debt21 December 2006
Harrah's Entertainment's debt load will nearly double and its priority will shift to paying it down instead of reinvesting in growth after one of the biggest leveraged buyouts ever, SEC documents filed Wednesday show.
Las Vegas Sands lands Pennsylvania slots license21 December 2006
Other than Las Vegas Sands Corp., Nevada casino operators were shut out in their attempts to win a license to operate a slot machine-only casino in Pennsylvania.
Asian Poker Classic set in Goa21 December 2006
The biggest event set to be held in Goa over the next year will, officially, be the inaugural Asian Poker Classic from March 1-5 2007.
D'Iberville plans expected to be approved21 December 2006
News Brief: The Mississippi Gaming Commission is expected today to OK plans for a casino development in D'Iberville during a meeting at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi.
Barden to continue with Indiana development21 December 2006
News Brief: Don Barden, the owner of Gary's two riverboat casinos has been granted a gaming license in Pittsburgh, but he says he will continue to move forward with redevelopment plans for Buffington Harbor.
Great Canadian Gaming to run park-and-ride21 December 2006
ews Brief: The Canada Line’s only park-and-ride facility will be owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation after the casino operator struck a deal with transit planners.
Stanley Leisure CEO steps down21 December 2006
International News Brief: Bob Wiper, the chief executive of casino operator Stanley Leisure will step down after 8 years at the helm, accordind to a source close to situation.
SkyCity reveals facelift21 December 2006
nternational News Brief: SkyCity said the first stage of a $40 million facelift to its gaming floor in Auckland, the largest in the country, will open to the public tomorrow.
JCM wins award21 December 2006
JCM American has claimed the honor of having one of the year's Best
Productivity-Enhancement Technologies in the fourth annual Gaming &
Technology Awards.
PartyGammon.com almost sold out21 December 2006
Organizers of the the PartyGammon.com
Million are pleased to announce that they anticipate that the event will soon be sold out.
Powerball jackpot hits $65 million21 December 2006
Powerball will go to an estimated
$65 million jackpot for Saturday night's draw as the grand prize was not hit Wednesday evening.
IGT closes offering21 December 2006
International Game
Technology reports the closing of its private placement
of $900,000,000 2.60% Convertible Debentures due 2036.
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