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Gaming News Archives - Page 4420Inside Gaming Column: Aztar's Up For Sale ... What Else is New?20 September 2004
A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.
Prince George Casino Ready for Opening20 September 2004
News Brief: The new Treasure Cove Casino is betting on Las Vegas-style gambling and it’s unique northern British Columbia environment.
Labor Law Said to Favor Tribes Over Competitors20 September 2004
A California attorney said it would take an act of Congress to even the playing field between commercial casinos and those operated by Indian tribes when it comes to labor law.
Newly Expanded Firm Banks on Nontraditional Gaming20 September 2004
A startup company has moved into larger offices in Las Vegas in anticipation of new gambling device sales. But those devices won't have anything to do with traditional slot machines, nor will they be sold anywhere in Nevada.
Australia's Racing Industry Want Online Betting Ban20 September 2004
International News Brief: Australia's horse racing industry has called for a ban on a new style of online betting, saying it encourages fraud, in a move intended to thwart a bid for a gaming licence by British internet betting firm Betfair.
Pennsylvania Struggles to Fill Commission Post20 September 2004
News Brief: The appointment of longtime crimefighter Frank Friel to be the first chairman of Pennsylvania's Gaming Control Board died this week when he announced his withdrawl.
VirtGame, STB Holdings Sign Agreement20 September 2004
VirtGame Corp. has
entered into an exclusive agreement with STB Holdings to integrate STB's short-term events software into VirtGame's
PrimeLine and Sports Bet Express products.
Online Casino Backer Bets on Space Travel20 September 2004
News Brief: Brian Feeney, the lead backer of Golden Palace Casino, plans to launch himself into space in an eight-metre-long cigar tube-shaped rocket carried to the edge of space by the world's largest reusable helium-filled balloon.
More Punters Betting on Celebrities' Lives20 September 2004
ews Brief: More and more online gamblers are rolling the dice on more than just sports - waging bets on politics, the outcome of high-profile trials and celebrity happenings on www.betonsports.com, according to the company's top dog.
New Zealand Study Challenges Problem Gambling Views20 September 2004
A groundbreaking New Zealand study is challenging current views on problem gambling and suggests a more positive outlook for people suffering from this disorder.
Virginia Town May Revive Gambling20 September 2004
ews Brief: Residents in this Westmoreland County town will decide in November whether to revive gambling in the community that was known in the 1950s as ‘the Las Vegas of the East.’
Nevada Indicators Down for August20 September 2004
Southern Nevada's economy slowed minimally in August as the index of leading economic indicators declined to 129.29, the Center for Business and Economic Research reported Friday.
Partners Bet on Omaha Casino20 September 2004
ews Brief: Seven Omaha businessmen, including an insurance agent and a carpet-store owner, have a 20 percent stake in any future Omaha casino venture by Coast Casinos of Las Vegas.
Nevada Economy: Jobless Rate Slides in August20 September 2004
Unemployment in Nevada fell to 4 percent in August, the lowest rate in four years, the state reported Friday.
Controversy Fills Singapore's Casino Debate20 September 2004
International News Brief: The issue of legalising casino gaming in Singapore has so far proved every bit as controversial as it had promised to be.
Atlantic City Casino Workers Temporarily Extend Pact20 September 2004
The 500-member contract committee of Local 54 of the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees union in Atlantic City agreed late Friday to extend its recently expired contract until Oct. 1 while negotiations with gaming companies continue.
Virginia City Council Hold Session on OTB Plans20 September 2004
News Brief: Manassas city staff members will present a report on Colonial Downs and the company’s plans to open a OTB facility in the city.
Connecticut Casino Looking for Foreign Workers20 September 2004
News Brief: Connecticut’s two casinos are looking to Brazil and South Korea for food and beverage workers.
Caesars Bets on Palace at Wembley20 September 2004
International News Brief: Caesars Entertainment, wants to open the UK's biggest and most lavish gambling resort at the new Wembley stadium in north London.
Harrah's, ESPN Set to Crown Poker's Top Player20 September 2004
Ten poker legends gathered at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and squared off in the 1st annual World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions.
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