How VLTs saved NY horse racing

2/17/17 – Democrat & Chronicle ALBANY – In 2003, New York’s racetracks were paying out among the lowest prizes in the nation, and many of the tracks, particularly upstate harness facilities, were nearly set to be put out to pasture. Then the...

Monticello Casino and Raceway unveils simulcast room

10/26/16 – Mid-Hudson News Patrons of Monticello Raceway have a new option for playing the ponies at that track, or any other in North America. Monticello Casino and Raceway unveiled a simulcast room on Wednesday. The room, just off the gaming floor, is somewhat...

Yonkers’ Empire City celebrating 10 years

10/11/16 – The Journal News Yonkers’ Empire City celebrating 10 years YONKERS – Beverly Butler has one big reason why she prefers coming to Empire City’s casino at Yonkers Raceway instead of going to a closer one in New York City. “They...

Ribbon cutting held for new Saratoga Casino Hotel

7/6/16 – The Saratogian The new Saratoga Casino Hotel has created jobs for more than 100 people and one horse, named Harley. The large Clydesdale will take guests to and from Saratoga Race Course during the upcoming thoroughbred season in a gleaming black...