Study shows importance of New York equine industry

Blood Horse A thriving equine industry is vital to the health of the New York State economy, according to the results of a study released Tuesday. The New York State Equine Industry Economic Impact Study determined that the equine industry has a $4.2 billion effect on...

FLCR kicks off ‘Help Stop the Hunger’ food drive

Daily Messenger A two-month long food drive at Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack (FLCR) began in October with the immediate donation of $500 to the Victor Farmington Food Cupboard to help alleviate the community’s urgent need. Throughout the month of October employees...

New York Education Hits The Jackpot

New York Gaming Association Members Contribute Nearly $75 Million to New York Education in August Payments Have Increased by 35% When Comparing 2011 & 2012 (Albany, NY) New York Gaming Association (NYGA) members contributed nearly $75 million to New York’s...

11 counties back Downs casino

The Daily News It’s 11 counties and counting for Batavia Downs, as it tries to build support to turn the historic race track into a full-scale casino. The track is owned by Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corp., a public-benefit corporation owned by 15 counties and...