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Gaming News Archives - Page 4241Past Agreement May Cut into Tribal Slot Revenues21 June 2005
News Brief: As a result of an agreement to repay their former casino backers, Rhode Island’s Narragansett Indians might not see any of the new Lincoln Park slot revenue they have been promised until at least 2010.
Union Backs Connecticut Tribe21 June 2005
News Brief: The president of the union that represents 50,000 casino workers across the country met with the Eastern Pequots to pledge UNITE HERE's continued support as the tribe awaits final word on its pursuit of federal recognition.
Lotto Pays out £1m in Grants to Mood Watchers21 June 2005
International News Brief: A UK lottery fund aimed at tapping the country’s scientific and cultural potential has paid out more than £1m to professionals so they can take “sabbaticals” ranging from trips abroad to staying at home to monitor their moods.
Wynn Resorts Credit Agreement Approved21 June 2005
Wynn Resorts, reports that its wholly owned subsidiary, Wynn Las Vegas, LLC , has received unanimous approval from its lenders to amend its credit agreement.
Reed's Role Examined by Senate Committee21 June 2005
News Brief: The role Ralph Reed, the Republican candidate for Georgia lieutenant governor, played in blocking gambling in Alabama will be examined closely in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee's third hearing into whether Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff defrauded six casino-operating Indian tribes.
Taking Pokies Out Of Clubs Pointless, Says Opposition21 June 2005
International News Brief: The State Opposition says budget figures show that removing 3,000 poker machines across South Australia will achieve nothing.
Kansas Gambling Plan Emerges21 June 2005
News Brief: A plan to expand state gambling, including a casino and race-track slot machines in Wyandotte County, won support from a key legislative committee today.
Indiana Casino Numbers Mixed21 June 2005
News Brief: May saw steady year-over-year revenue gains for two of Southeast Indiana's three riverboat casinos, buy the total betting handle fell about 2 percent.
Creation Casinos, Great Canadian Gaming Reach Agreement21 June 2005
Creation Casinos Inc. and Great Canadian Gaming Corporation have reached an agreement in principle over debt and capital lease obligations.
Fitch Rating Assigns Harrah's Debt Rating21 June 2005
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the long-term debt ratings of Harrah's Operating Co., a wholly owned operating subsidiary of Harrah's, Entertainment and assigned a 'BBB-' rating to the new $4 billion revolving credit facility due in April 2009.
Private Poker Parties a Trend for LV Resorts21 June 2005
A couple of weeks ago, Connecticut businessman Michael Vlock sat at a poker table at Wynn Las Vegas with actor Matt Damon, sports legends Pete Sampras and Wayne Gretzky and investment maven Warren Buffet.
Harrah's Considering Macau21 June 2005
News Brief: Harrah's Entertainment Inc. may enter Macau and other regional cities, said Senior Vice President Richard Mirman.
PinnacleSports.com Posts Odds on Michael Jackson's Future21 June 2005
With "The King of Pop" desperately needing a large cash infusion, PinnacleSports.com released odds on what the future holds for Michael Jackson.
Company to Purchase Northern Nevada Casino21 June 2005
American Wagering Inc. has struck an agreement to purchase Sturgeon's Inn Casino in Lovelock and has formed a subsidiary to acquire other hotel and casino operations.
Florida Judge Rules Parimutels Can Install Slots21 June 2005
Broward County, Florida Circuit Judge Leroy Moe ruled today that the county's four parimutuels can install slot machines as of July 1.
Canadian Gambling Study Released21 June 2005
The Canada West Foundation releases its third study on the issues which the growth of gambling are having on our society.
Gambling Addicts Sue Tasmanian Government21 June 2005
International News Brief: The Tasmanian Government is being sued by gambling addicts as part of a national class action.
Florida Governor, Seminole Tribe in Casino Talks21 June 2005
News Brief: For the third time in 15 years, the Seminole Tribe of Florida has begun talks with the Florida governor over expanding gambling on its reservations.
Chinese Casino Cruise Launched21 June 2005
International News Brief: For travelers weary of taking a train, bus or ferry between Shenzhen and Hong Kong, a Chinese company is now offering slow casino cruises between the neighboring cities.
New Orleans Casinos Win $199.5 Million21 June 2005
It was open for only one week, but Louisiana's 15th and final riverboat casino helped boost the May take at Louisiana's state-licensed casinos to $199.5 million.
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