Grant Lucas, Author at PlayNY

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Ramos: ‘I Will Not Introduce Legislation’ To Clear Path For Cohen’s Metropolitan Park

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen will need to find a new way to gain land-use easement if he wants Metropolitan Park to become reality in Queens.

Posted on: May 28, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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New Renderings Paint Clearer Picture Of The Coney’s Downstate Casino Proposal

Calling it a "year-round economic engine" for Coney Island, representatives for The Coney's downstate New York casino project are bullish on their project.

Posted on: May 23, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Amid Frustrations On Long Process, Lawmakers Propose Bill That Would Expedite Timeline

With many frustrated on an already lengthy process for downstate New York casino licenses, a Senate bill would speed up the timeline.

Posted on: May 22, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Aerial view of Citi Field in Queens for a story on hundreds of supporters rallying for a Hard Rock casino project called Metropolitan Park.

Hundreds Show Up For Rally To Support Metropolitan Park New York Casino Proposal

Hundreds of Queens-area civic leaders and business owners showed up for a rally this week supporting Steve Cohen's Hard Rock casino project.

Posted on: May 17, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Scientific Games Re-Ups Contract With New York Lottery After Nearly 50 Years Together

After nearly 50 years together, the New York Lottery and Scientific Games renewed their contract to continue operations for the biggest lottery in the US.

Posted on: May 15, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Senate Committee Advances Bills To Raise Age Limit For DFS, Expand Sports Betting Markets

The New York Senate Racing, Gaming and Wagering committee advanced several bills that further shape the sports betting and daily fantasy sports industries.

Posted on: May 14, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of the New York state capitol for a story on Steve Cohen sending a representative to talk to lawmakers about parkland alienation for his Metropolitan Park casino project.

Cohen Covering All Bases As Firm Rep Sent To Meet With High-Ranking New York Lawmakers

Steve Cohen reportedly sent a team member to talk to New York lawmakers, presumably about earning a land-use easement for a proposed Hard Rock casino.

Posted on: May 13, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Despite Early Losses, ESPN Bet Still Banking On New York Launch By NFL Season

Despite losses associated with operating ESPN Bet, PENN executives still target a New York launch in time for the NFL season.

Posted on: May 7, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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MGM ‘Somewhat Disappointed’, Bally’s Content With 2025 Timeline For Downstate Licensing

Count MGM Resorts among the "disappointed" regarding the 2025 timeline for downstate casino licensing in New York. Bally's, though, appears content.

Posted on: May 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior of Citi Field for a story on Steve Cohen adjusting his approach to garnering support of Metropolitan Park to potentially sway Jessica Ramos on the Hard Rock casino project.

Cohen Launches Campaign Effort Geared Toward Garnering Community Support Of Metropolitan Park

The New York Mets billionaire owner has focused his attention on Queens residents as Sen. Jessica Ramos nears a decision on Metropolitan Park's future.

Posted on: May 2, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Ramos: ‘I Will Not Introduce Legislation’ To Clear Path For Cohen’s Metropolitan Park

New Renderings Paint Clearer Picture Of The Coney’s Downstate Casino Proposal

Amid Frustrations On Long Process, Lawmakers Propose Bill That Would Expedite Timeline

Hundreds Show Up For Rally To Support Metropolitan Park New York Casino Proposal

Scientific Games Re-Ups Contract With New York Lottery After Nearly 50 Years Together

Senate Committee Advances Bills To Raise Age Limit For DFS, Expand Sports Betting Markets

Cohen Covering All Bases As Firm Rep Sent To Meet With High-Ranking New York Lawmakers

Despite Early Losses, ESPN Bet Still Banking On New York Launch By NFL Season

MGM ‘Somewhat Disappointed’, Bally’s Content With 2025 Timeline For Downstate Licensing

Cohen Launches Campaign Effort Geared Toward Garnering Community Support Of Metropolitan Park

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