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Manhattan Lawmakers Stave Off Accelerated Timeline On Downstate Casino Licensing

The original timeline for the possible licensing for a Manhattan casino is staying in place despite earlier attempts at fast tracking it.

Posted on: June 4, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Belmont Stakes 2021 Preview, Post Positions And Betting Odds

The Belmont Stakes on June 5th holds a special place in the hearts of New York sports bettors and horse racing fans.

Posted on: June 4, 2021 | | Dave Consolazio

NYRA Bets Partners With BetMGM On Horse Racing Wagering

BetMGM announced its new partnership deal with NYRA Bets. This is BetMGM’s first partnership in the horse racing industry.

Posted on: June 1, 2021 | | Dave Consolazio

All Bets Are Off In New York For Offshore Sportsbook Bovada

As New York prepares for legal online sports betting, offshore sportsbook operator Bovada will cease taking bets from NY customers in June.

Posted on: May 28, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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 […]

Posted on: May 21, 2021 | | Martin Harris

April casino revenue at New York's four commercial properties showed another month-over-month gain but no thanks to sports betting.

Despite Sports Betting Slowdown, NY Commercial Casinos Make Gains In April

April brought the expected drop in New York sports betting. Regardless, the month’s casino revenue among NY’s four upstate commercial properties posted a slight month-over-month gain. Additionally, the downturn at NY sportsbooks wasn’t that drastic. It’s a sign that New Yorkers are getting more comfortable in public places again. These numbers also reveal what industry […]

Posted on: May 19, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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. […]

Posted on: May 18, 2021 | | Martin Harris

New Yorkers now have access to a free lottery ticket thanks to a new Jackpocket NYRA promo.

What Is Jackpocket, The NY Racing Association’s New Mobile Lottery Partner?

The New York Racing Association has branched out in its sponsor categories by adding an “official mobile lottery partner” to its array. To commemorate the new deal, there’s a Jackpocket NYRA promo available for users of the mobile app. What is Jackpocket and why is it in league with the NYRA now? Read on to […]

Posted on: May 17, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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, […]

Posted on: May 17, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Plans for Resorts World Hudson Valley, a video lottery terminal space in the Newburgh Mall, moved toward city approval Thursday.

Newburgh Mall Could Soon Become Home To VLT Room If City Leaders Ascent To Zoning Change

The ball is now rolling toward necessary municipal approvals for a future Resorts World Hudson Valley. If everything goes well, Newburgh residents and visitors could be playing the video lottery terminals in the renovated space before the end of 2021. The site’s developers presented new plans to the city’s planning board for the first time […]

Posted on: May 7, 2021 | | Derek Helling