Casinos = Lots of money!

Daily Gazette The state’s plan to open four casinos in New York and video gaming in Long Island will means lots of money, according to a breakdown released today by the New York State Division of Budget. Based on average projections, the DOB said in a press...

Setting the Agenda: Gambling & Casinos

City & State The future of full-fledged casino gambling in New York State is dicey. This year saw some positive signs for the gaming industry as Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Upstate New York Gaming Economic Development Act in late July. The measure would bring...

NYRA mulls life without VLT cash

Daily Gazette The New York Racing Association is discussing operating without video lottery terminals about 20 years before it has to, following pressure from state officials to balance its books just with racing operations. New York State Gaming Commission Executive...

Taking a pass on talking up casino referendum

Times Union A statewide vote to amend the constitution byallowing up to seven new full-gaming casinos in New York has been engineered in the Capitol over two legislative sessions, the culmination of years of debate touching on economic development, quality of life and...

Downs donates

Rome Sentinel The Food Bank of Central New York received a check for proceeds raised from the June 15 Gretchen Wilson concert. In addition to the $15 ticket cost for the show, American Racing and Entertainment Chairman Jeff Gural donated an additional $10 per ticket,...