Corey Sharp, Author at PlayNY

Casino bids by MGM Empire City and Resorts World moved forward in New York.

Two Downstate Casino Bids Advance After Manhattan Proposals Rejected

Resorts World and MGM Empire City advance in the New York casino race, while three Manhattan proposals were rejected by advisory committees

Posted on: September 26, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

NY lawmaker hopes sweeps ban opens door to online casinos in state.

New York Lawmaker Pushes Sweeps Ban to Pave Way for Online Casinos

State Sen. Joseph Addabbo pushes to ban sweepstakes casinos in New York, a move he says could clear the way for safe, legal online casinos

Posted on: September 19, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

Vally's Nad Resorts World casino projects in downstate NY gain overwhelming local support.

Resorts World, Bally’s Casino Projects Receive Strong Community Backing at Hearings

Resorts World and Bally’s casino projects won strong local support in Queens and the Bronx as NY prepares to award three downstate licenses.

Posted on: August 22, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

NYC Mayor’s Veto in Favor of Bally’s Casino to Stand

The Bally's Casino project stays alive as the City Council Democrats have decided to let NYC Mayor Eric Adams' veto stand.

Posted on: August 8, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

MGM Yonkers, The Coney Submit Bids for Downstate NY Casinos

Two major players, MGM Yonkers and The Coney, submit proposals in hopes of being awarded a downstate New York City casino license.

Posted on: June 30, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

NY Sweepstakes Ban Could Clear Way for Online Casino Legalization

The New York Attorney General has banned sweepstakes in the state, which is a good sign for the potential legalization of online casinos.

Posted on: June 9, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

Cohen’s Metropolitan Park Casino Project Reaches Governor’s Desk

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park bill, which includes a Hard Rock Casino, reached Gov. Hochel's desk on Tuesday.

Posted on: May 28, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

Yonkers Mayor Wants Immediate Approval for Downstate MGM Casino Bid

Yonkers Mayor, Mike Spano, is calling for New York to award MGM Resorts a casino license immediately to help the region's economy.

Posted on: May 21, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

a red for sale sign hanging in front of a home

Sands Drops New York Casino Bid, Citing Concerns About Potential iGaming

Las Vegas Sands is dropping out of the downstate casino sweepstakes and is attempting to sell its interest to another party.

Posted on: April 24, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

New York Council Approves Zoning Changes for Metropolitan Park Casino Proposal

New York City Council voted to approve zoning changes to Metropolitan Park’s $8 billion development plan, which includes a Hard Rock Casino next to the Mets’ Citi Field. The project has been spearheaded by Mets owner Steve Cohen. The proposal had gained momentum during a December hearing, in which Queens Borough President, Donovan Richards, would […]

Posted on: March 13, 2025 | | Corey Sharp