Martin Harris, Author at Play NY

NYSGC Encourages Online Betting Applicants To Include Tribes And High Tax Rates

NY state gaming officials released more details on how they'll select online betting partners, like including tribal partners and high taxes. Read More

Posted on: July 23, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Goal Line In Sight: Will NY Launch Mobile Sports Betting In Time For Super Bowl?

Lawmakers legalized NY mobile sports betting during the spring. Now, the question is whether betting will go live by the Super Bowl. Read More

Posted on: July 13, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Third Time’s A Charm? New York Among States Adding Third Weekly Powerball Drawing

Last week the New York State Gaming Commission voted in favor of New York adding a third weekly Powerball drawing. Read More

Posted on: July 12, 2021 | | Martin Harris

New York Regulators Share Amended Mobile Sports Betting Rules

The state's gaming commission today shared newly amended draft regulations for mobile sports betting license applicants. Read More

Posted on: July 9, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Predicting The Weiners: DraftKings Sponsors Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

DraftKings is sponsoring the July 4th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest with a $25K Free-to-Play Pool. Read More

Posted on: July 2, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Hotter Than July: Promos, Giveaways Heating Up At Rivers Casino Schenectady

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is offering an inviting array of giveaways and promotions this summer. Read More

Posted on: July 1, 2021 | | Martin Harris

NY Regulators Publish Expanded FAQ Ahead Of Mobile Sports Providers’ Proposals

The NYSGC issued a set of questions and answers ahead of mobile sports betting's launch in New York. Read More

Posted on: June 11, 2021 | | Martin Harris

New Yorkers getting the COVID-19 vaccine next week will be in the running to win up to $5 million.

Get A Shot, Win A Shot At $5M: New York Gives Lottery Tickets To Vaccine Recipients

Many who get a COVID-19 vaccine shot in New York next week won’t just reduce their chances of getting the virus and/or falling ill. They will also increase their chances of winning money — potentially up to $5 million! That’s because New York has joined the list of states using lottery prizes as extra incentive […] Read More

Posted on: May 21, 2021 | | Martin Harris

New York's four commercial casinos have some overdue bills to pay, says the state's Comptroller's Office.

Comptroller’s Office: NY Commercial Casinos Owe State $17.7M In Oversight Costs

New York’s four commercial casinos have some overdue bills to pay, says the New York State Comptroller’s Office. In fact, the payments for having state regulators provide oversight at each casino have been due for quite some time, dating back several years. The bills add up to a hefty sum, too — $17.7 million, altogether. […] Read More

Posted on: May 18, 2021 | | Martin Harris

The NYRA penalized Bob Baffert and Medina Spirit following the Kentucky Derby winner's failed drug test.

NYRA Suspends Bob Baffert, Disallows Medina Spirit Entry Into Belmont Stakes

Horse races generally follow a fairly uncomplicated oval pattern. But this year’s Triple Crown races have included a few extra twists and turns, particularly for legendary trainer Bob Baffert. Today the New York Racing Association (NYRA) announced the temporary suspension of Baffert from entering horses in races at the NYRA’s three thoroughbred tracks: Belmont Park, […] Read More

Posted on: May 17, 2021 | | Martin Harris