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Gaming News Archives - Page 5245New York Budget Targets Gamblers, Smokers20 May 2002
News Brief: Facing a pressing need for cash, state government is turning to tried and true sources of revenue: gamblers and smokers.
Illinois Judge Allows Lawsuit on Casino Law20 May 2002
News Brief: A judge ruled that a taxpayer represented by the Better Government Association could file a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the state law that allows a riverboat casino in Rosemont, Illinois.
York, Maine, Residents Reject Casino Proposal20 May 2002
News Brief: York, Maine, residents soundly rejected the idea of legalized casino gambling in a nonbinding referendum held during the weekend.
New Jersey Governor to Talk About Atlantic City's Future20 May 2002
News Brief: In his first major address here as governor, James E. McGreevey will be in the crosshairs of steely-eyed casino executives opposed to his proposed sales tax on complimentary hotel rooms and meals.
Niagara Falls, Buffalo Ready for Next Step20 May 2002
News Brief: Local officials are wrestling with questions in the wake of the Seneca Nation of Indians approving in a May 14 referendum a proposal that will help clear the way for casino gaming in Buffalo and Niagara Falls.
NYRA Franchise Extension Approved17 May 2002
News Brief: A deal to extend the New York Racing Association's franchise to run three tracks in the state was approved May 16 by the Senate and Assembly as part of a state budget package. NYRA must have VLTs in operation at Aqueduct by April 1, 2003.
Nevada May Change 'Post Time' Bets for Horse Races17 May 2002
News Brief: The Nevada Gaming Commission is considering changing how `post times’ for horse races are regulated in casino race and sports books.
Hooligans' Banned from World Cup17 May 2002
International News Brief: More than 1,000 alleged English football hooligans, described as hard-core by police, have been banned from attending the World Cup.
California's Smallest Casino Ready to Open17 May 2002
News Brief: The La Jolla Indian band has big hopes riding on California's smallest casino. The North County tribe's 30-machine slot arcade is scheduled to open 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Cactus Petes Resort Casino Presented with AAA Four Diamond Award17 May 2002
For the 10th consecutive year, the American Automobile Association has awarded Cactus Petes Resort Casino the prestigious Four Diamond Award.
Virtual Las Vegas Style Treatment at Sunny Casinos17 May 2002
Sunny Casinos have pooled all their customers’ suggestions and ideas to make the online gaming experience at Casino Fortune, Mapau and Miami Beach an unforgettable one.
Tribal Official's Brother Embezzled Casino Funds17 May 2002
News Brief: The brother of a high-ranking official for the California Cabazon Band of Mission Indians pleaded guilty to stealing money from the tribe’s Fantasy Springs Casino.
Former Winners: Winning Lottery Filled with Perils17 May 2002
As Friday's record Lotto Super 7 draw lures countless Canadians to the ticket counter, officials and former winners alike warn it will also attract those looking for a chunk of the lucky winner's $34-million jackpot.
Customers Bet on Vender's Lucky Rub17 May 2002
News Brief: Henry Chang is no mere ticket peddler. He's a fortune seller to the future stars of the lottery. He rubs the tickets, smacks them against the edge of the counter top and imparts a few words of luck to his customers.
Man Pleads Guilty to Lottery Winner Murder17 May 2002
News Brief: A young man who had been expected to withdraw his earlier guilty plea in the Christmas Day killing of a lottery winner decided instead to accept the state's plea bargain.
Creator Capital Reports Q1 Revenues Down17 May 2002
Creator Capital reports revenue for Q1 2002 was $119,248 compared to $151,210 during Q1 2001.
President Casinos Reports Higher Loss for Q417 May 2002
President Casinos reported a net loss of $11.3 million, or $2.24 per share for Q4 2002, compared to a net loss of $7.4 million, or $1.47 per share, for Q4 2001.
Thunderbird Reports Higher Loss for 200117 May 2002
Net loss for 2001 was $3.1 million compared with a loss of $1.3 million in 2000.
Trump to Postpone Financing17 May 2002
Trump has decided not to do the private placement of $470 million mortgage notes backed by the assets of Trump Marina Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey and the Company's Riverboat Casino in Indiana.
Mikohn Named BDO Seidman New Independent Auditor17 May 2002
Mikohn Gaming today named BDO Seidman LLP as its new principal independent auditor, replacing Arthur Andersen LLP.
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