Grant Lucas, Author at PlayNY

Exterior of Rivers Casino Schenectady for a story on it become an official casino partner of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival

Rivers Casino Named Official Casino Partner Of Belmont Stakes: ‘Fits Perfectly’

The New York Racing Association has an official casino partner as Rivers Casino Schenectady becomes presenting sponsor during Belmont Stakes.

Posted on: April 30, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Trainer Todd Pletcher and jockey John Velazquez shake hands for a story on the two New York residents looking to once again win the Kentucky Derby

New York Has Its Dream Kentucky Derby Duo In Todd Pletcher, John Velazquez

The Kentucky-bred Fierceness likely heads into the Run for the Roses as a favorite, but he has strong New York ties: Todd Pletcher and John Velazquez.

Posted on: April 26, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Sign for Las Vegas Sands casino in Macau for a story on the company expressing frustration about the long downstate New York licensing process taking place.

Las Vegas Sands ‘Very Disappointed’ By Drawn-Out Downstate Casino Licensing Process

Las Vegas Sands President Patrick Dumont expressed his disappointment in New York taking so long to award downstate casino licenses.

Posted on: April 23, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Vally's Nad Resorts World casino projects in downstate NY gain overwhelming local support.

Resorts World NYC Promises $1 Billion In Annual Tax Payments If Awarded Downstate License

The ownership group of Resorts World NYC detailed how lucrative it could become as a property if New York awarded a downstate casino license to the group.

Posted on: April 12, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering of Wynn New York City for a story on Related Companies' proposal facing pushback from Manhattan Community Board 4

Manhattan Community Board 4: Wynn New York City Project ‘Should Not Be Happening, Period’

Manhattan Community Board 4, which plays a prominent role in deciding if Wynn earns a downstate New York casino license, is not pleased with the proposal.

Posted on: April 11, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Starting gate at Saratoga Race Course for a story on DraftKings becoming a title sponsor for the Belmont Stakes and Travers

Deal With NYRA Allows DraftKings To Showcase DK Horse Betting App At Belmont Stakes, Travers

Though new to the New York horse betting scene, DraftKings' DK Horse platform will grab centerstage at the Belmont Stakes and the Travers.

Posted on: April 10, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of gamblers playing at Resorts World NYC for a story on a study that offers evidence that online casinos would not cannibalize land-based gambling but actually help

Analysis Group Study Offers Arguments Against Online Casinos Cannibalizing Land-Based Casinos

A recent study from the Sports Betting Alliance is the latest report to show that online casinos won't cannibalize but actually help land-based gaming.

Posted on: April 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Councilman Francisco Moya threw his support for a Hard Rock casino complex from Steve Cohen

Cohen’s Hard Rock Casino Complex Gains Support Of Local Councilman, But He Still Needs Ramos

While Councilman Francisco Moya gushed about Steve Cohen's Hard Rock casino complex, the Mets owner still needs support from Sen. Jessica Ramos.

Posted on: April 2, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino for a story on the Seneca Nation and New York facing a March 31 deadline for a long-term compact

Seneca Nation Likely Not Getting Long-Term New York Compact With March 31 Deadline Approaching

The Seneca Nation's temporary compact faces a March 31 deadline. But don't expect a long-term casino agreement to come before that time.

Posted on: March 29, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Skyline of New York City for a story on downstate casino licensing may not occur until late 2025

Frustration Continues To Mount As New York Sets Late 2025 Timeline For Downstate Casino Licensing

There has been little clarity for when New York will issue three downstate casino licenses. Now, officials set late 2025 as potential date.

Posted on: March 27, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Rivers Casino Named Official Casino Partner Of Belmont Stakes: ‘Fits Perfectly’

New York Has Its Dream Kentucky Derby Duo In Todd Pletcher, John Velazquez

Las Vegas Sands ‘Very Disappointed’ By Drawn-Out Downstate Casino Licensing Process

Resorts World NYC Promises $1 Billion In Annual Tax Payments If Awarded Downstate License

Manhattan Community Board 4: Wynn New York City Project ‘Should Not Be Happening, Period’

Deal With NYRA Allows DraftKings To Showcase DK Horse Betting App At Belmont Stakes, Travers

Analysis Group Study Offers Arguments Against Online Casinos Cannibalizing Land-Based Casinos

Cohen’s Hard Rock Casino Complex Gains Support Of Local Councilman, But He Still Needs Ramos

Seneca Nation Likely Not Getting Long-Term New York Compact With March 31 Deadline Approaching

Frustration Continues To Mount As New York Sets Late 2025 Timeline For Downstate Casino Licensing

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