Derek Helling, Author at Play NY

No Reservation Means No New York Casino For Cayuga Nation

The US Department of the Interior has issued a negative decision on a potential Cayuga Nation reservation in New York, meaning no casino for the tribe. Read More

Posted on: August 12, 2020 | | Derek Helling

With Key Deadline In Rearview, NY Faces Challenges In Legalizing Online Betting

The deadline to get a New York sports betting amendment proposal started, which could allow online wagering in the state, has officially passed. Read More

Posted on: August 6, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Del Lago Employees Still Don’t Know If, Or When, They Will Return To Work

Employees of the del Lago Resort & Casino in New York are facing massive layoffs and uncertain circumstances about if, and when, they will return to work. Read More

Posted on: July 31, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Showtime Gets To Keep All Its ‘Billions’ After NY Judge Dismisses Tribal Lawsuit

A New York Supreme Court judge dismissed a defamation lawsuit against Showtime's "Billions" television series filed by the Cayuga Nation. Read More

Posted on: July 29, 2020 | | Derek Helling

NFLPA Starts Responsible Gaming Program To Educate Former Players

The NFLPA is tackling the lack of problem gambling awareness among former players with a new responsible gaming inititave. Read More

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | | Derek Helling

While Some New York Businesses Struggled, OTBs Secured Millions In PPP Loans

Multiple New York off-track betting sites received millions in PPP loans from the US Treasury, prompting questions from some government officials. Read More

Posted on: July 20, 2020 | | Derek Helling

New York Legislators May Soon Take Action On Online Sports Betting

A special legislative session in New York could lead to the drafting of a constitutional amendment and eventual legalization of online sports betting. Read More

Posted on: July 17, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Atlantic City Casinos Reopen, But With Serious Restrictions

Almost all Atlantic City casinos have reopened their doors to guests but the layout and operations are drastically different because of COVID-19 restrictions. Read More

Posted on: July 3, 2020 | | Derek Helling

MLB Is Back And So Are Mets, Yankees Futures At Online Sportsbooks

MLB is back and many of New Jersey's online sportsbooks have great lines on championship futures and win totals props for both the Mets and Yankees. Read More

Posted on: June 25, 2020 | | Derek Helling

New York Tribal Casinos Open As Commercial Facilities Await OK

New York tribal casinos have reopened their doors with restrictions while commercial facilities in the state remain closed. Read More

Posted on: June 24, 2020 | | Derek Helling