George Myers
George Myers is a writer with extensive experience in both news and sports reporting. He has primarily covered baseball and football, along with the intersection of sports and lawmaking.
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Vernon Downs, Tioga Downs To Close Early Without Casino Funds
With casinos still closed in the state, two New York racetracks, Vernon Downs and Tioga Downs, will be forced to close mid-September.
Resorts World Catskills Leads Public Campaign To Reopen
While commercial casinos remain shuttered in New York, Resorts World Catskills released its safety protocols in hopes Gov. Cuomo will allow them to reopen.
Cuomo To Keep New York Casinos Closed, Says They Are Nonessential
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has decided to keep New York commercial casinos closed indefinitely as other large sites begin to reopen, saying they are nonessential.
Incoming Layoffs Latest Blow At Rivers Schenectady
With the casino still closed, a portion of the more than 1,000 furloughed employees at Rivers Schenectady could face permanent layoffs, as WARN notices are served.
Three Tribal Sportsbooks Reopened This Week In New York
While commercial casinos in New York remain closed, the Oneida Indian Nation has reopened sportsbooks at three of its properties.
Lines Look Blue For Three New York NHL Teams As Puck Drops On 2021 NHL Season
With the 2021 NHL season ready to begin, New York's three franchises look defy the odds and make deep playoff runs. Perhaps even take home the Stanley Cup.