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Gaming News Archives - Page 4740Recovering Addict: Gambling Not a Solution29 May 2003
News Brief: Some Massachusetts legislators see gambling as a long overdue solution for the state fiscal crisis. But where they see an opportunity, some a nightmare.
Illinois Could Get New Casino License29 May 2003
News Brief’s Illinois’ governor said he is exploring whether to walk away from a proposed Emerald Casino deal and instead seek creation of a new, 11th license that would benefit Illinois taxpayers.
Emerald Casino Papers Could be Made Public29 May 2003
News Brief: The Illinois Gaming Board put the Emerald Casino venture on notice that it wants to release investigative reports from federal agents as part of a disciplinary hearing, as lawyers for the bankrupt riverboat firm filed an emergency motion seeking to block the move.
Senator's Advocacy for Tribe Raises Suspicions29 May 2003
News Brief: California Senator Barbara Boxer, maintains her advocacy of an Indian tribe fortuitously benefitted her son who subsequently brokered a deal with the tribe to build a casino, but the connection raises suspicions of a conflict of interest for some.
Millions Lost in New Guinea Gaming Taxes29 May 2003
International News Brief: Papau, New Guinea, is missing millions in taxes from horse-race betting machines operating without licenses.
Powerball Jackpot Soars to $42 Million29 May 2003
No one correctly matched all six numbers in Wednesday's drawing so the jackpot will grow to an estimated $42 million.
Parlay Entertainment Helps Bring Wireless Online Casino Gaming29 May 2003
Parlay Entertainment reports that WinwardCasino.com will become the first to hit the market with Parlay's real-time, real-money, full-function wireless suite of online casino games.
Three New Games Join Pennsylvania Lottery's Lineup29 May 2003
In anticipation of the summer warm-up, the Pennsylvania Lottery is introducing three hot new instant ticket games on Tuesday, June 3, 2003 - Sizzling 7s, Hulk and Bonus 3s.
VirtGame Completes Regulatory Gaming Compliance Plan29 May 2003
VirtGame Corp. has completed its Gaming Compliance Plan for the regulated gaming jurisdictions.
Perpetual Confirms Sells Aristocrat Stake Below 5%29 May 2003
The funds management arm of Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd. has ceased to be a substantial shareholder in Aristocrat Leisure Ltd.
Littlefield Corporation Appoints New Director29 May 2003
Littlefield reports that Carlton R Williams, Jr. of Austin, Texas, has been appointed as a Director of Littlefield Corporation.
Littlefield Corporation Director Resigns29 May 2003
Littlefield Corporation reports that Gordon R McNutt, Director and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, has resigned effective immediately.
Casinos Operations are Often Misunderstood28 May 2003
Heard it on the River28 May 2003
Merrill Lynch Downgrades Argosy28 May 2003
News Brief: Merrill Lynch downgraded Argosy Gaming to neutral from buy.
Great Canadian Gaming Applies Listing, Hires New CFO28 May 2003
Great Canadian Gaming has made application for listing of the shares of the Company on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company has hired also Anthony Martin as its Chief Financial Officer.
Champing at Bit to Resume Horse Racing in Iraq28 May 2003
International News Brief: Despite the damage done by war and looting at the track outside Baghdad, officials are betting on reopening early next month.
Manitoba Casinos May Be Exempt from Smoking Ban28 May 2003
News Brief: Manitoba Premier, Gary Doer, has left a door open to allow smoking in casinos after the rest of the city is forced to butt out on July 1.
Australian Coroner Recommends New Gambling Measures28 May 2003
International News Brief: A Victorian coroner has recommended new measures to ensure children are not left alone in cars at gambling venues.
Shuffle Master Reports Earnings Jump28 May 2003
Shuffle Master reported increases in profit and revenue on strong sales of its core card shuffler business as well as new product offerings, the company said.
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