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Nearly 40 Years After Last Renovations, Belmont Park Set To Get Financial Infusion From State

Nearly 40 years after its last major renovation, Belmont Park will receive some much-needed funding to upgrade the racetrack's facilities.

Posted on: May 12, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Roc Nation Attempts To Curb Concerns Surrounding Potential Caesars NY Casino

Roc Nation issued a statement toward those who oppose a Caesars Times Square casino as the group continues its bid for one of three downstate NY casinos.

Posted on: May 12, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Latest Round Of Big New York Lottery Winners Includes Unclaimed Cash4Life Winning Ticket

An unclaimed New York Lottery Cash4Life ticket is the highlight of a number of big-time winners in the Empire State.

Posted on: May 9, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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High New York Sports Betting Tax Rate Is Here To Stay. What That Means Going Forward

The sky-high 51% tax rate for online sports betting in New York is here to stay. How will that affect the future of the NY sports betting industry?

Posted on: May 4, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

The Coney Proposal Goes The Extra Mile To Reach Locals

Former NY City council member Robert Cornegy is now a consultant for The Coney. He's gone to great lengths to get residents involved.

Posted on: May 2, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Opinion: You Can’t Avoid NY Sports Betting Ads, But The Frequency Is Becoming Maddening

No matter where you look - online, watching TV or even in-person at sporting events - sports betting companies have ads everywhere. And it's too much.

Posted on: May 1, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Joe Lodise Brings In Over 15 Years Of Gaming Experience As New Rivers Schenectady General Manager

With over 15 years of gaming industry experience, Joe Lodise has plenty of expertise as the new general manager of Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady.

Posted on: April 27, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Impact Of New Combined-Leagues Coalition, NBA CBA Agreement On NY Sports Betting

How will the updated NBA collective bargaining agreement impact New York sports betting, as well as that of pro league coalition for responsible gambling?

Posted on: April 25, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Back-To-Back Jacks: New York Cashes Second Straight Mega Millions Jackpot

Mere days after a record-breaking Mega Millions jackpot, the New York Lottery saw another in-state player claim the top prize.

Posted on: April 21, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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Still Fighting Potential NY Casino, Hofstra Takes Legal Action Against Planning Commission

In its continued pushback against a potential Sands Casino in New York, Hofstra is taking legal action against Nassau County's planning commission.

Posted on: April 19, 2023 | | Matt Boecker