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Gaming News Archives - Page 4742B.C City Approves Slot Machines at Track27 May 2003
News Brief: A six-year effort to bring slot machines to Fraser Downs racetrack hit the home stretch last night at Surrey council.
Aristocrat Warns of Loss27 May 2003
International News Brief: Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. warned Tuesday that it will report a first half loss of between AUD$32 million and AUD$37 million due to a sharp drop in revenue and a one-off loss of AUD$41.8 million from its Americas operations.
State's Casinos Unfazed by Fake $100 Bills26 May 2003
News Brief: As millions of dollars pour in each month at Indiana casinos, a handful of $100 bills with fuzzy writing or a waxy coating trickle in through slot machines, poker tables and cash booths.
Gaming Governance Issues Analyzed26 May 2003
New laws regulating corporate governance of public companies should result in more qualified people serving on boards of directors, panelists at a gaming forum concluded Thursday.
Woman Sues Casino For Unfair Termination26 May 2003
News Brief: A Minnesota woman is taking an Indian casino official to federal court for allegedly firing her unfairly.
Bidders Expected for Global Resorts Assets26 May 2003
International News Brief: Potential bidders are expected to be lining up for the hotel and casino assets held by Global Resorts after last week's confirmation that the deal with a black empowerment consortium announced last December has hit funding problems.
Australian Pokie Freeze Extended26 May 2003
International News Brief: Laws banning an increase in the number of poker machines for another 12 months were passed in Australia’s Parliament last night.
Connecticut Casinos Laud Bill Barring Minors26 May 2003
News Brief: They were never allowed at the casinos in the first place, and now the state is getting involved.
Pokie Operators Accused of Fleecing Players26 May 2003
International News Brief: Poker-machine owners are fleecing punters by claiming a third of all money taken as administration expenses, say anti-gambling groups.
Smoke-Free Room Opens at Casino26 May 2003
News Brief: Even though the Seneca Nation of Indians does not have to comply with non-smoking regulations that go into effect in every public building in New York state July 24, it is opening a smoke-free room.
Many Oppose Victoria Casino Proposal26 May 2003
News Brief: The majority of Greater Victoria residents oppose a casino for the city's downtown, according to a public opinion poll done for a local paper and TV channel.
Michigan Track Owners Eager for Slots26 May 2003
News Brief: Horse race track owners and operators said their situation has grown worse since casinos opened in Detroit and on Indian reservations around the state. They’re hoping that a slot bill could help boost attendance at the tracks.
Experts Speculate on Atlantic City's Future26 May 2003
News Brief: Experts predict that come 2028, gamblers could be playing slots with a debit card or wagering at a casino's blackjack table via the Internet.
Former Olathe Pastor Sentenced in $44,000 Theft26 May 2003
News Brief: The Rev. Anthony Williams hears many whispered pleas for forgiveness in the solitude of the confessional.
Australian Cricket Website Under Investigation26 May 2003
International News Brief: Australia’s Department of Communications is examining an allegation that cricket's Baggy Green website is linked to a site running an advertisement for an overseas internet gambling service.
Indiana Law OKs Free Boat Booze26 May 2003
News Brief: Language added to a bill in the final weeks of the legislative session this spring gives riverboat casino operators authority to give customers free booze under certain circumstances.
Survey: Norwich is UK's Las Vegas26 May 2003
International News Brief: According to a new survey, Norwich is the UK's very own answer to the world's gambling capital, Las Vegas.
California Casino Plans Expansion26 May 2003
News Brief: The Chumash Casino has experienced phenomenal success and growth over the last several years, despite opposition from some county officials. Now the California casino is poised to grow again.
Rivals Benefit from Iowa Tribal Casino Closing26 May 2003
News Brief: A U.S. district judge signed an order Friday shutting down the Meskwaki casino on the verge of a potentially profitable holiday weekend. The tribal casino’s rivals seem to have benefited from this.
California Tribal Leader Shoots Down Governor's Plea26 May 2003
News Brief: A California tribal leader has shot down Gov. Gray Davis' request of $680 million from the state’s Indian tribes to help with the state's ailing 2003-04 budget.
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