Derek Helling, Author at PlayNY

New York Lottery Scratchers Will Be Available At Vaccination Sites For Another Week

Free plays in a New York vaccination lottery game will be available for a few more days at 10 sites around the Empire State

Posted on: June 11, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Manhattan Lawmakers Stave Off Accelerated Timeline On Downstate Casino Licensing

The original timeline for the possible licensing for a Manhattan casino is staying in place despite earlier attempts at fast tracking it.

Posted on: June 4, 2021 | | Derek Helling

All Bets Are Off In New York For Offshore Sportsbook Bovada

As New York prepares for legal online sports betting, offshore sportsbook operator Bovada will cease taking bets from NY customers in June.

Posted on: May 28, 2021 | | Derek Helling

April casino revenue at New York's four commercial properties showed another month-over-month gain but no thanks to sports betting.

Despite Sports Betting Slowdown, NY Commercial Casinos Make Gains In April

April brought the expected drop in New York sports betting. Regardless, the month’s casino revenue among NY’s four upstate commercial properties posted a slight month-over-month gain. Additionally, the downturn at NY sportsbooks wasn’t that drastic. It’s a sign that New Yorkers are getting more comfortable in public places again. These numbers also reveal what industry […]

Posted on: May 19, 2021 | | Derek Helling

New Yorkers now have access to a free lottery ticket thanks to a new Jackpocket NYRA promo.

What Is Jackpocket, The NY Racing Association’s New Mobile Lottery Partner?

The New York Racing Association has branched out in its sponsor categories by adding an “official mobile lottery partner” to its array. To commemorate the new deal, there’s a Jackpocket NYRA promo available for users of the mobile app. What is Jackpocket and why is it in league with the NYRA now? Read on to […]

Posted on: May 17, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Plans for Resorts World Hudson Valley, a video lottery terminal space in the Newburgh Mall, moved toward city approval Thursday.

Newburgh Mall Could Soon Become Home To VLT Room If City Leaders Ascent To Zoning Change

The ball is now rolling toward necessary municipal approvals for a future Resorts World Hudson Valley. If everything goes well, Newburgh residents and visitors could be playing the video lottery terminals in the renovated space before the end of 2021. The site’s developers presented new plans to the city’s planning board for the first time […]

Posted on: May 7, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Gov. Andrew Cuomo further eased COVID-19 capacity restrictions that will affect commercial casinos in the state.

Full House: Cuomo Eases COVID-19 Capacity Restrictions Affecting Commercial Casinos

Upstate New York commercial casinos may not have to worry about compliance with customer headcounts for much longer. NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced further easement of capacity restrictions on businesses aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19. Despite the state backing off on its mandates, casino operators may remain cautious. It’s a continuation […]

Posted on: May 4, 2021 | | Derek Helling

New York State Gaming Commission On Mobile Sports Betting: You Have Questions, We Have (Some) Answers

The New York State Gaming Commission released a 10-page question-and-answer sheet regarding New York mobile sports betting.

Posted on: April 27, 2021 | | Derek Helling

DraftKings Continues Its Push To Dominate MMA Betting By Striking A Deal With Professional Fighters League

Weeks after expanding a partnership with the UFC, DraftKings landed a similar deal with another MMA brand: the Professional Figthers League.

Posted on: April 23, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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

With Cuomo’s Signature, Online Sportsbooks Are Now Legal, But Months From Live

NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the state's 2022 budget bill Monday, legalizing online sports betting in the Empire State.

Posted on: April 19, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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New York Lottery Scratchers Will Be Available At Vaccination Sites For Another Week

Manhattan Lawmakers Stave Off Accelerated Timeline On Downstate Casino Licensing

All Bets Are Off In New York For Offshore Sportsbook Bovada

Despite Sports Betting Slowdown, NY Commercial Casinos Make Gains In April

What Is Jackpocket, The NY Racing Association’s New Mobile Lottery Partner?

Newburgh Mall Could Soon Become Home To VLT Room If City Leaders Ascent To Zoning Change

Full House: Cuomo Eases COVID-19 Capacity Restrictions Affecting Commercial Casinos

New York State Gaming Commission On Mobile Sports Betting: You Have Questions, We Have (Some) Answers

DraftKings Continues Its Push To Dominate MMA Betting By Striking A Deal With Professional Fighters League

With Cuomo’s Signature, Online Sportsbooks Are Now Legal, But Months From Live

Downstate New York Casino Bids Clear Key Hurdle

MGM Resorts Backs Out of Consideration for Downstate New York Casino

Two Downstate Casino Bids Advance After Manhattan Proposals Rejected

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

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