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Gaming News Archives - Page 4546Revamped Betting Shops Attract New Market26 January 2004
International News Brief: Betting shops have traded their dingy, dark décor for a more glamorous décor and have expanded online and with FOBTs. The changes have attracted new markets.
Adelson in Macau Lawsuit26 January 2004
The owner of The Venetian hotel-casino says an Israeli tourism entrepreneur wasn't the guiding force in the company's efforts to build casinos in Macau.
Cardroom Owner Worries About Tribal of Casino Plan26 January 2004
News Brief: Washington state cardroom owner, George Teeny, is nervous about the impact of a proposed tribal casino on his business.
Tribe's Decision Could Change Gambling in Connecticut26 January 2004
News Brief: A year after a federal ruling hurt the Schaghticoke Tribal Nation’s plans to earn recognition and build a casino, a new decision could set the direction for western Connecticut, according to the mayor of Danbury, Connecticut.
Atlantic City Roundup26 January 2004
A selection of news and views from Atlantic City this week.
Michigan County Lottery Sales Lag26 January 2004
News Brief: While lottery sales in Ottawa County have risen 14 percent in the past five years, its lottery participation is among the lowest in Michigan on a per-capita basis.
Japanese Deal to be Formalized26 January 2004
International Game Technology is in the process of formalizing a contract with Japanese pachinko maker Sammy Corp. to jointly develop gambling devices in Japan and other countries.
Pennsylvania County Not Interested in Gambling Expansion26 January 2004
News Brief: Pennsylvania gambling-expansion legislation probably wouldn't affect Berks county, according to lawmakers and gaming-industry officials.
Moody's Upgrades Debt26 January 2004
Debt rating agency Moody's Investors Service upgraded the ratings of several of Station Casinos Inc.'s debt offerings.
Illinois Mob-Controlled Video Gambling Grows26 January 2004
News Brief: There has been a disturbing expansion of mob-controlled video gambling, according to the Cook County sheriff's office.
Illinois Mob-Controlled Video Gambling Grows26 January 2004
News Brief: There has been a disturbing expansion of mob-controlled video gambling, according to the Cook County sheriff's office.
Inside Gaming Column: Fool Thinks Harrah's May Pitch Horseshoe26 January 2004
A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.
Iowa Lawmakers Continue Looking at Gambling Issue26 January 2004
ews Brief: Iowa lawmakers will continue taking input from all sides of the gambling issue this week, shaping the direction the debate will take during this legislative session.
Kansas Casinos Should Learn from Racetracks26 January 2004
News Brief: Governor Sebelius proposes having a state board pick from competing developers to determine who manages state-owned casinos. The state went through a similar process when deciding who would run dog and horse tracks.
Emergency-Plan Flap Persists26 January 2004
Nearly four months after a statutory deadline, state officials this week are still finalizing the list of hotel-casinos required to file emergency response plans with the Division of Emergency Management and correcting the log of who has complied.
New York OTB Hope for Smoking Waivers26 January 2004
News Brief: Some New York OTB parlors are hoping for waivers that will allow their customers to smoke.
Gambling Awareness Week26 January 2004
News Brief: Starting today, Windsor Raceway will be the first of three racetracks in Ontario to take part in a week-long awareness campaign for responsible gambling called Within Limits.
Rhode Island Tribe Attacks Governor's Proposal26 January 2004
News Brief: Chief Sachem Matthew Thomas condemns Governor Carcieri’s call for the Narragansett Indian Tribe’s proposed casino to hand over the same percentage of slot machine taxes paid by Lincoln Park and Newport Grand.
Christchurch Consultation to End Soon26 January 2004
Christchurch City Council is asking for community feedback on its proposed Class 4 Gaming Venue and TAB policy, before consultation closes on 5 February.
North Korea Gambling Web Site Blocked26 January 2004
International News Brief: The Seoul government has blocked access to a North Korean online gambling site since last Wednesday, which was gaining popularity among South Koreans for its open bulletin board.
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