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Gaming News Archives - Page 4784Strip Motels Being Demolished10 December 2003
Two 1960s-era landmarks on the Las Vegas Strip will soon face the wrecking ball to make way for a nongaming luxury hotel.
Study: Racino States Do Better10 December 2003
News Brief: The horse-racing industry generally fares better in states that allow slot machines at racetracks than in neighboring states without so-called ‘racinos,’ according to early results of a University of Arizona study shared here Tuesday.
Two Injured Tropicana Workers Sue10 December 2003
News Brief: Two construction workers injured in the Tropicana garage collapse plan to sue the city, county and state in separate actions, one claiming officials failed to properly inspect the casino site, the other charging they ignored dangerous on-site conditions.
Aristocrat Progressive Slot Gets Approval10 December 2003
The Nevada Gaming Commission has granted approval to Aristocrat Technologies to place its Millioni$er Hyperlink progressive slot link in Nevada casinos.
Casinos Pledge to Follow AGA Rules10 December 2003
News Brief: American Gaming Association members have pledge to follow the association’s new ‘Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming.
Gaming Win Inches Up10 December 2003
Nevada casinos reported they won $819.4 million in October, a modest 1.5 percent increase but the second straight month of higher gross revenue, the state Gaming Control Board reported today.
Maine Governor Outlines Goals10 December 2003
News Brief: Governor John Baldacci will outline his goals today for tightening state controls on the slot machines that became inevitable Nov. 4 when voters approved the racino referendum.
'Harm-Minimization' Slots Studied by Industry10 December 2003
If you went on a 'hot streak' while playing your favorite slot machine, how would you feel if the machine suddenly shut down and gave you an on-screen message warning of the dangers of excessive gambling?
Pennsylvania Senator Offers Expanded Gambling Plan10 December 2003
News Brief: Senator Vince Fumo has offered up an expanded gambling plan for Pennsylvania that would authorize up to six slot machine locations at the state’s racetracks and give track owners a greater profit margin than proposed in earlier slot bills.
'Divorcees Unlucky in Gambling'10 December 2003
News Brief: People who are unlucky in love are often unlucky when they gamble as well, according to new research.
State Warns Residents Against 'Net Gambling10 December 2003
News Brief: The state Justice Department is warning Montanans not to become Internet gambling entrepreneurs because doing so is illegal.
Gaming Helps Boost Macau's GDP10 December 2003
International News Brief: Macau's gross domestic produce rises 24.6 per cent in third quarter, namely thanks to strong growth in gaming revenue and gross fixed capital formation.
Competing Slot Plans Divide Maryland10 December 2003
News Brief: Just about every corner of Maryland is being pitched as a perfect place for gambling. But with one month to go before the General Assembly convenes for its annual legislative session, lawmakers are nowhere close to agreeing on a single plan.
Harrah's Bid for Rosecroft the Biggest10 December 2003
News Brief: Harrah’s Entertainment Corp. reportedly bid $25-million for the physical assets of Rosecroft Raceway near Washington, D.C., the largest of ten bids for the facility believed to be the most lucrative in Maryland if legislators legalize video lottery terminals at state racetracks.
Analyst: Israeli Casinos to Create 1,200 New Jobs10 December 2003
International News Brief: According to Business Data Israel, casinos will generate NIS 117-150 million in state revenues and save $150 million in foreign currency per year.
UK Public 'Opposes Gambling Shake-Up'10 December 2003
International News Brief: The proposed shake-up in the gambling laws is opposed by more than 90% of the public, according to a survey.
Emerald Casino Players Against New Plan10 December 2003
News Brief: The village of Rosemont and minority investors in Emerald Casino Inc. threatened Tuesday to oppose the state's latest plan for securing a cash windfall from the sale of Emerald's dormant casino license.
Harrah's Entertainment Wins Information Technology Award10 December 2003
Harrah's Entertainment, Inc.has won the second annual Partners in Alignment Award, presented by Ziff Davis CIO Insight magazine.
VirtGame, United Coin Unveil Sports Bet Express10 December 2003
VirtGame Corp. and United Coin Machine Company are launching Sports Bet Express, Nevada's first sports wagering route.
Penn National Gaming, Scarborough Downs Enter Agreement10 December 2003
Penn National Gaming has been granted an economic interest in and the exclusive rights to develop and operate any gaming facilities that Scarborough Downs may be entitled to develop.
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