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Gaming News Archives - Page 4316Harness-Racing Applicant Touts Longer Track27 October 2004
A group seeking Pennsylvania's last remaining harness-racing license argued that the mile-long oval it wants to build -- which would be three-tenths of a mile longer than the one proposed by its competitor -- will make horses safer and races more evenhanded.
Poll Finds Gaming Issue Most Opposed State Question27 October 2004
While referendums to increase the Oklahoma tobacco tax and create an education lottery are receiving substantial support, a new poll shows a proposal to give the state some authority over Indian casinos is running into the most opposition.
Hard Rock Agrees to Pay $100,000 Fine in Ad Dispute27 October 2004
While admitting no wrongdoing, the Hard Rock hotel and casino in Las Vegas has agreed to pay a $100,000 fine to settle a complaint by the state Gaming Control Board over its advertising policies.
D.C. Casino Backers in Debt27 October 2004
News Brief: The Washington, D.C., committee formed to promote a gambling measure has about $3,000 remaining in its coffers but owes nearly $600,000, mostly to attorneys.
Congress Unlikely to Act on Internet Gambling27 October 2004
When Congress returns for a lame-duck session after the election, an eight-year quest to restrict or ban Internet gambling is likely to remain unfulfilled.
Airport Stays on Pace for Record27 October 2004
An economic storm continues to threaten some of the aviation industry's largest players, but traffic at McCarran International soared again in September when nearly 3.4 million passengers used the busy Las Vegas airport.
InterCasino Launches New Gaming Software27 October 2004
InterCasino has just launched the most sophisticated gaming software platform now available on the Internet.
Lotto 6/49 Jackpot at $22 Million27 October 2004
LOTTO 6/49 continues to offer bigger jackpots more often, and tonight's draw is estimated at $22 million.
Online Site Threatened with Kiddie Porn27 October 2004
International News Brief: Online betting site Blue Square has been attacked by criminals threatening to e-mail out child pornography in its name unless it pays 7000 euros.
Morgan Stanley Joins Trump Bailout27 October 2004
Morgan Stanley will join UBS Inc. in arranging a $500 million loan to developer and television personality Donald Trump's Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Inc.
Changes Paying Off for Atlantic City27 October 2004
News Brief: Once equated with busloads of senior citizens headed to the slot, these days Atlantic City is, as the town's new tagline proclaims, '’always turned on.'
South Carolina Casino-Boat Ordinance Scaled Back27 October 2004
News Brief: An ordinance to regulate casino boats was scaled back by Georgetown County Council but still blocks the boats from docking near churches, day-care centers or schools.
Exterior Work on Caesars Tower Complete27 October 2004
Caesars Palace wrapped up core construction Tuesday on its new $289 million luxury hotel tower, hoping to lure enough added guests to boost casino play and profit margins to historic levels.
Worker Files Complaint Against Union27 October 2004
News Brief: A Bally's Atlantic City worker filed an unfair labor practice complaint against the union Tuesday, charging she was denied strike pay.
Harrah's Job Fair Attracts Many27 October 2004
News Brief: A fair held Tuesday at Harrah's Atlantic City to fill the positions of striking Local 54 of Unite Here workers at Harrah's and Showboat Casino Hotel drew a continuous line of people eager for a job.
Morgan Stanley joins UBS in Trump loan27 October 2004
News Brief: Morgan Stanley will join UBS Inc. in arranging a $500 million loan to developer and television personality Donald Trump's Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Inc.
Big News for Borgata27 October 2004
News Brief: Boyd Gaming provides details on Borgata’s $347 million expansion project and strong financial results.
Florida Governor Opposes Slots27 October 2004
News Brief: Governor Jeb Bush has released a letter opposing the proposal to allow slot machines in parimutuel facilities.
Blair: 'Casinos Will Bring Jobs'27 October 2004
International News Brief: Allowing dozens of casinos to be built in the UK would bring multi-million pound investment and thousands of jobs to deprived areas, Tony Blair has said.
Deadwood Casinos Losing Money27 October 2004
News Brief: More than half the Deadwood gaming halls say they operated at a financial loss last year.
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