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Illegal Online Sports Betting, Online Casinos Generate Over $500 Billion Each Year

A new report from the American Gaming Association shows that Americans continue to gamble with illegal online casinos and sportsbooks.

Posted on: December 2, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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New York Horse Racing Coalition: Time Has Come To Upgrade 117-Year-Old Belmont Park

Mere months after a bill failed to pass, New York horse racing supporters call upon lawmakers to pass a state bond to renovate Belmont Park.

Posted on: December 1, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Yet Another Downstate New York Casino Proposal Emerges For Manhattan

Stefan Soloviev, a billionaire real estate developer, has entered into talks with several Vegas-based companies to develop a New York casino for Manhattan.

Posted on: November 28, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Thor Equities Announces Partners For Potential New York Casino In Coney Island

Three parties have joined the Thor Equities bid to build a New York casino in Coney Island. And it has some local support.

Posted on: November 22, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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All The New York Odds And Ends You Need To Enjoy The 2022 World Cup

New York ties to USMNT, where to watch all the action and how NY sports betting odds look - your complete guide to the 2022 World Cup.

Posted on: November 16, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Sen. Addabbo: Process To Legalize Online Casinos In New York ‘Starting Now’

With the midterm elections in the rearview, Sen. Joe Addabbo now has his sights set on legalizing New York online casinos in early 2023.

Posted on: November 15, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Handle Reaches $1.5 Billion, But NY Sports Betting Falling Short Of Expectations

Online sports betting in New York generated $1.5 billion in October handle. While still a big total, initial projections expected more from NY sports betting.

Posted on: November 10, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Remembering First And Biggest Powerball Jackpots Won Through New York Lottery

On the heels of a California ticket winning the record-setting $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot, what are the largest New York Lottery prizes ever won?

Posted on: November 9, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Seneca Nation Wants New Compact, But Actions Of Gov. Hochul ‘Will Never Be Forgotten’

As the Seneca Nation looks to renew its New York casino gaming compact, it has been made clear that Gov. Kathy Hochul's actions "will never be forgotten."

Posted on: November 4, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Another Gaming Fraud Charge Added To Former Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino Dealer

A former Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino blackjack dealer faces another gaming fraud charge after officials say she helped a player win more than $5,700.

Posted on: November 3, 2022 | | Grant Lucas

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Illegal Online Sports Betting, Online Casinos Generate Over $500 Billion Each Year

New York Horse Racing Coalition: Time Has Come To Upgrade 117-Year-Old Belmont Park

Yet Another Downstate New York Casino Proposal Emerges For Manhattan

Thor Equities Announces Partners For Potential New York Casino In Coney Island

All The New York Odds And Ends You Need To Enjoy The 2022 World Cup

Sen. Addabbo: Process To Legalize Online Casinos In New York ‘Starting Now’

Handle Reaches $1.5 Billion, But NY Sports Betting Falling Short Of Expectations

Remembering First And Biggest Powerball Jackpots Won Through New York Lottery

Seneca Nation Wants New Compact, But Actions Of Gov. Hochul ‘Will Never Be Forgotten’

Another Gaming Fraud Charge Added To Former Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino Dealer

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