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Gaming News Archives - Page 4770Maine Racino Developer Connected to Anti-Casino Group28 November 2003
News Brief: The owner of a company that hopes to bring slot machines to a Bangor harness race track acknowledged his connection to a group that's been advocating against racinos in other Maine cities, but said he knew nothing about it.
Analyst: Gaming Companies may Consider Racetrack Purchase28 November 2003
Gaming operators in Las Vegas and around the country are likely considering making offers to buy the U.S. gaming assets of troubled British gaming company Wembley PLC, analysts say.
Icahn Ponders Gaming Growth28 November 2003
In addition to the possible purchase of a major Las Vegas resort, a real estate limited partnership controlled by investor Carl Icahn is making other moves in an apparent attempt to consolidate and grow its gaming investments, experts say.
Binion's Horseshoe Hit with $5 Million Lien28 November 2003
inion's Horseshoe is behind on its payments to the Internal Revenue Service for employee payroll withholding taxes. The IRS has placed a federal tax lien on hotel-casino, claiming some $5 million in taxes are past due.
Vegas Airline Canceling Service to Denver28 November 2003
Las Vegas-based Allegiant Air is ending its service from Las Vegas to Denver and shifting resources to nearby Colorado Springs and Fort Collins, Colorado.
Nevada Property Re-opening28 November 2003
The Roadhouse Casino is expected to re-open under new ownership and management this evening after having been closed for more than a year.
Louisiana Racino Expected to Cut into Casino Profits28 November 2003
News Brief: Officials at the new Evangeline Downs casino say they expect the gambling hall to chop sharply into the profits of two Indian reservation casinos.
Problem Gambling Expert: Revenues Need to be Halved28 November 2003
International News Brief: If people were serious about reducing problem gambling, gaming revenues to operators and governments would have to drop by up to 50 per cent, a gambling expert has said.
California Plans May Impact Nevada28 November 2003
The course California elects to take on expanding gambling to clip the state's budget deficit has industry experts concerned about the possible impact on Nevada.
Scottish Casino Proposals Expected to be Approved28 November 2003
nternational News Brief: Controversial proposals to turn part of the amusement centre at Aberdeen’s Beach Boulevard into a casino are expected to be given the go-ahead by city council planners next week.
The Gaming Channel Launches SportsGaming Channel28 November 2003
International News Brief: Avago operator The Gaming Channel has launched its second interactive TV gaming venture, focusing on grassroots sports punters with iSportsTV.
Thailand to Hold Casino Referendum28 November 2003
International News Brief: The government will hold a referendum to test public sentiment on legalising casinos and will shelve the plan if support is low, said Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Random Tax Checks on Thai Lottery Operators28 November 2003
International News Brief: Random tax checks of people on a list of 600 underground lottery operators start next week.
Las Vegas Developments Challenge Convention Industry28 November 2003
The two newest developments planned on the Strip, Wynn Las Vegas and The Venetian II, are shaping up as a pair of titans challenging the rest of the industry for uppercrust convention business.
British Columbian Lottery Players Against Changes27 November 2003
News Brief: Outraged lottery players have inundated newspapers and lottery outlets with complaints about the 6/49 lottery doubling its price to $2 next year.
Vancouver Officials Recommend Slots27 November 2003
News Brief: Vancouver city staff are recommending their elected bosses take a gamble and approve slot machines for a proposed casino in False Creek and at Hastings Racecourse, in a move that could dump an additional $18.5 million into city coffers each year.
Rank Blames Stagnant Results on London Casino Market27 November 2003
International News Brief: Rank Group Plc, the U.K. owner of the Hard Rock Cafe chain, said operating profit has stagnated in the second half because London's casino market has yet to revive.
Detroit-Area Casino Holds Job Fair27 November 2003
News Brief: A $350-million casino in Romulus is not a sure bet, but that didn't stop hundreds from lining up Monday for the chance to be blackjack dealers or cocktail waitresses.
Lawsuit Filed in Casino Garage Collapse27 November 2003
ews Brief: Families of two ironworkers killed when the casino garage they were building in Atlantic City, New Jersey, collapsed filed a lawsuit Wednesday.
Washington Looks to Cash in on Gambling27 November 2003
News Brief: With Washington State expected to face a budget shortfall of up to $800 million in 2005-2006, Olympia continues to look at ways to cash in on gambling.
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