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Gaming News Archives - Page 4104Oops, She Hits a Million Again9 May 2005
After winning a $1 million slot machine jackpot less than a year ago, one would think Jo Ann Argyris would easily recognize the symbols that signify a large cash prize.
Negotiations Over Seneca Casino Revenue Continue9 May 2005
News Brief: Negotiations over how to disburse revenue from Seneca Niagara Casino have picked up speed in the State Legislature since Niagara County filed a lawsuit seeking 75 percent of the local money, Senator George D. Maziarz said last week.
Massachusetts Tracks Decry Offshore Betting9 May 2005
News Brief: As Bay Staters plunk down their cash on today's Kentucky Derby, millions will be flowing offshore to unregulated online casinos that lure gamblers away from the state's racetracks with plum rebates.
Florida Slot Bill Likely Sent to Court9 May 2005
News Brief: The Florida Legislature failed to pass a bill permitting slot machines in Broward County as the annual legislative session ended Friday, making it likely the issue will end up in court.
Soaring Eagle a Role Model for Ohio9 May 2005
News Brief: The Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, a 10-year-old, multimillion-dollar gambling casino, four-diamond hotel and entertainment complex, owned and operated by the Saginaw Chippewa tribe, is a role model for a future Ohio casino resort.
A Team With Keen Scents of Security9 May 2005
Wynn Las Vegas went all the way to Europe to hire eight specially trained members of the $2.7 billion Strip hotel-casino's security detail.
Most-Won' Online Progressive Jackpot Hits Again at $162,5149 May 2005
Lucky North American slots player ‘oohlahma’ has won $162,514 at Slotland.com’s exciting three-wheel, single payline “Booster” slot machine.
Genting Combines Stanley Leisure, London Clubs9 May 2005
International News Brief: Genting has announced plans to combine its stakes in Stanley Leisure and London Clubs International, part of a strategy to expand in Britain's gambling industry.
Gambling Addiction Leads to Class Action Lawsuit9 May 2005
A Canadian Class Action lawsuit has been launched
claiming that people with Parkinson's disease developed a gambling addiction as a result of their use of the drug Mirapex.
Crown Casino Denies Drug Claim Use9 May 2005
International News Brief: Crown Casino has hit back at a newspaper over a report alleging unchecked drug use in the toilets of the Palladium during the Logies entertainment awards.
Illinois Top Gaming Regulator Wants More Independence9 May 2005
News Brief: Illinois’ new top casino regulator, says more resources and more independence for his office will be necessary to keep gaming clean in Illinois.
CryptoLogic Get Rights to Bejeweled Game9 May 2005
CryptoLogic Inc.’s subsidiary, WagerLogic Limited has signed an exclusive five-year agreement for the Internet rights to the slot version of Bejeweled game.
Lottery Popular in Indonesia9 May 2005
International News Brief: Gambling takes many forms in the Indonesia’s capital and continues to be backed by well-known figures. Former Jakarta governor Ali Sadikin recently renewed his call for its legalization.
Nevadan At Work: Bingo Paves Way for Plaza Exec's Success9 May 2005
Since spring 2001, the 57-year-old Texan known as "Bingo Bobby" has overseen bingo operations at the Plaza in downtown Las Vegas.
Baltimore Cracks Down on Charity Gambling Events9 May 2005
News Brief: Baltimore City has been cracking down on charity gambling events after noticing the growing popularity of ‘Texas Hold 'em’ poker tournaments at city bars and restaurants last summer.
Seneca Gaming Results Up9 May 2005
Seneca Gaming reports for Q2, consolidated net gaming revenues were $100.5 million compared to $74.1 million for Q2 2004, or a 36% increase. Our net revenues during the comparative periods also increased from $78.4 million to $106.3 million, or a 36% increase.
Inside Gaming: Schaeffer May be Moving Uptown9 May 2005
A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.
Playtech, Casino Solei Part Ways9 May 2005
Playtech reports the termination of its software license granted to VBC Ltd, operators of Casino Solei since 2003.
Powerball Jackpot Grows to $96 Million9 May 2005
Because no one correctly matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing the
jackpot will grow to an estimated $96 million.
Smoke in Casinos Can Hurt Seniors9 May 2005
News Brief: Casinos typically allow smoking in most areas, reserving only small smoke-free zones
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