Martin Harris

Peter Alson Explores Life, Family & NY Poker Clubs In ‘The Only Way To Play It’

While 'Rounders 2' may not be a reality, Peter Alson's new novel about underground poker in New York City will delight poker players and gamblers alike.

Martin Harris September 22, 2020

Game On: Rivers Schenectady To Host Madden NFL 21 eSports Tournament

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady will bring gamers together for the Electric City Classic, a single-elimination eSports tournament based around the Madden NFL 21 video game.

Martin Harris November 30, 2020

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

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

Martin Harris May 21, 2021

Could Legalized Online Sports Betting Help Dig NY Out Of Its $13 Billion Hole?

New York online sports betting is unlikely until 2023, but the need for its tax revenue becomes bigger with the state facing a $13 billion budget deficit.

Martin Harris August 7, 2020

New York Casino Celebrates Grand Opening While Another Delays Reopening Date

While guests at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach in New York popped champagne for a grand opening, the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino remains closed due to COVID-19.

Martin Harris July 28, 2020

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

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

Martin Harris May 17, 2021