Article Archives for 2009-06-21

It's been pitched as an economic stimulus plan, an educational improvement measure, a military incentive package, and as a boon for Kentucky's signature horse industry.

Reaction to Casino-Style Gambling in Ohio

Local and state representatives agree with Governor Ted Strickland's proposal to place slot machines at horse racetracks throughout Ohio. But they also would like to see these Video Lottery Terminals, or VLT's, utilized elsewhere. "I only wish that we would have, in the proposal being brought forth by the Governor, that we would have included bowling alleys, bars. I think that opening it a ...

'Quantum of Solace' selling for $20 used

'James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace' worth a $20 investment in used-game shops.

Historic Ozark Cabins

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Alex Ovechkin wins NHL MVP for second straight year

Alex Ovechkin is again Alex The Great, but he would rather be known as Alex the Champ.

Monaco cops charge Pink Panther suspects (AAP)

Police in Monaco have charged three suspected members of the "Pink Panther" gang of international jewel thieves.

This mess is our own doing

It's a good thing we didn't found this country. By we, I mean my generation and the ones that directly preceded and all those that followed mine. There wouldn't be a country because we would be sitting in Europe waiting for somebody to hand us a farm. What has happened to all of us?

The Birds and Rosemary's Baby remakes killed by wrath of fans

New versions of Alfred Hitchcock and Roman Polanski classics from Michael Bay's Platinum Dunes company hit the dust after fans express their ire on their blog It looks like a salutary lesson for Hollywood producers in the Twitter era: never underestimate the power of the fans. As ideas for new movies go, attempting remakes of classic horror films of the calibre of Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds ...

Ellen Sterling: Larry King? Yes! Larry King

This is a guy who clearly loves to tell his stories. He talked about his escapades as a kid in Bensonhurst, about his first forays into public speaking or about how his name got changed from Larry Zeiger to Larry King.

Aerojet Successfully Tests Upgraded Block C Solid Rocket Motor Case for Atlas V

NASA Solicitation: Science Exploration and Education Center Feasibility Study and Master Plan

Sen. Ensign's admission blurs image

Rattled, humbled and alone at the podium, Ensign acknowledged to reporters an extramarital affair, the sort of moral failing he's criticized in the past.

Strickland: Gambling now good for Ohio

NORTHFIELD VILLAGE - A policy about face by Ohio Governor Ted Strickland Friday afternoon had staff at Northfield Park hopeful that they will soon see video slot machines at the park. "We knew (Strickland) was having a budget meeting at...

Tri-State Racetrack owners vow to complete expansion

NITRO, W.Va. -- Owners of Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center say they will make good on promises to build a hotel, conference center and entertainment complex at the facility.But it may take a while."You cant throw a light switch and have a hotel...

Fireworks and fun: Where the action is for the Fourth

RELATED STORY: » FOURTH AND FIREWORKS DON'T MIX AT HOME

PALA: Tribe's support helps keep charter school open

PALA ---- Bonsall educators last week praised the Pala band of Mission Indians for the tribe's support of a small charter school at the reservation, which during the 2008-09 school year included a new track and $140,000 donation to the school district.

John Lichfield: How I became chic growing roses and parsnips

For the first time in my life, possibly only briefly, I have reached the pinnacle of Parisian chic. The newspaper, Le Figaro, has published a list of what it calls the panoplie du snob: a catalogue of 50 things which are at the furthest cutting-edge of in-your-face trendiness amongst the wealthy, Parisian chattering classes.

New bingo facility in place

Where the short-lived Chances Good Time gaming centre fell short of expectations, John Major is aiming to succeed with the opening of his new bingo hall at Treasure Cove Casino.Occupying about 10,000 square feet at the casino's west end, the facility was opened with a ribbon-cutting on Friday morning. It holds 425 seats, 324 with terminals, and when a big game is on, the show lounge at the other ...

Elderly woman killed by golf cart identified

An elderly woman who died Friday after being struck by a golf cart at Jumer's Casino and Hotel in Rock Island has been identified, Rock Island County Coroner Brian Gustafson said.

study fuels table games talk

HARRISBURG - Legalizing table games such as poker and blackjack could create 2,400 direct jobs at the three slots casinos in Northeast Pennsylvania, according to a private study drawing attention at the state Capitol. Mount Airy Casino Resort, Mohegan S

White House favorite here for gig

From “Autumn Leaves” to “Hotel California.” This was how American pianist David Osborne described his repertoire for his first-ever Philippine concert Sunday at the Manila Hotel.

Tai tai tie-ups

EARLIER this month, when news broke that actress Isabella Leong and boyfriend Richard Li had their first bundle of joy, baby boy Ethan, it sent the Hong Kong entertainment fans into a frenzy.

Casinos Offer Free Craps Lessons In Denver

Denver's 16th Street Mall looked a bit like Las Vegas on Friday. Players got a chance to play craps on the mall courtesy of Fortune Valley Casino in Central City.

Rick Teverbaugh: Missing a perfect champion

Almost everything was positive at Hoosier Park Saturday afternoon for the Dan Patch Invitational.

Sales tax proposed as alternative to state, federal income tax

Imagine taking home all your pay, save that held out for elected health insurance or other benefits. No federal income tax is withheld. No state income tax, either. No Social Security or Medicare deductions.

Restaurant proprietor remembered

The man who chose the small community of Alba as home for a five-star French restaurant, which attracted diners from across the United States, has died at age 78.

Cherokees making plans for golf course

By Antrenise Cole Times Staff Writer The Cherokees of Alabama held a press conference Saturday to address “rumors” about what’s going to happen to the River Trace Golf Course, which the group purchased last month for $13.1 million.

Brad Belk: War memorial testimony to sacrifice

On Sunday, June 30, 1947, a dedication ceremony was sponsored by the Joplin Army Mothers and Wives Club. The day was set aside to commemorate the Joplin servicemen and women who lost their lives during World War II. The dedication took place on the grounds of Memorial Hall.

YMCA, Webb City to launch fund-raiser for youth center

WEBB CITY, Mo. — The Joplin Family Y will kick off a $500,000 fund-raising campaign on Tuesday for a new child-care center in Webb City. Supporters of the Heritage Youth Development Center say the center would fill a need for child care in the Webb City area.

PRO BOXING: Falls' Ventry still going strong

The last time most area boxing fans saw James Ventry, the Cataract City lightweight was slumped over nursing sore ribs after a loss to Jamar Saunders at the Seneca Niagara Casino back in November.

Fired officer’s poker connections probed

Roderick Mack was sitting in his attorney’s office being interviewed by Lt. Mike Hobson of the Joplin Police Department. Hobson was looking into fired police Lt. Geoff Jones’ past involvement with Mack and others in local poker tournaments and home games at the request of police Chief Lane Roberts.

Like father, like son and grandson

With cardboard strewn across the ground to cover the incomplete hardwood floor, Donald, Kevin and Eric Worke — three generations of Workes — install new kitchen cabinets.

Treasure Cove still undefeated in women's tournament

Take that, Lower Mainland.Try that one on for size, Victoria.The Treasure Cove Casino women's soccer team is proving a force to be reckoned with.There were plenty of doubters to be found at North Cariboo Field before the start of the Leeta Sokatski Cup senior B women's provincial soccer championship, but in two days of soccer the gals from Treasure Cove are a perfect 3-0 at the ...

Ridership finally starting to spike for ACES trains

"Trafficking in bad vibes to Atlantic City is strictly prohibited."

A-Rod turns into A-Wimp

Alex Rodriguez sat out the first two games of the Yankees-Marlins series (although he did pinch-hit late in Saturday's 2-1 loss to the Marlins) here because of what the club called ''fatigue'' but is expected to play in Sunday's series closer. Hey, that would be great, A-Rod. I mean, you know, if you're not too tired and all.

Chips Game Room offers charitable poker play

Charities and other non-profit organizations looking to raise funds have a new way to do that in Tecumseh with the opening of Chips Game Room.

Expert: Study the impact of hill projects

THERE is more than meets the eye, an engineering professional says of any project.

Casino dream fading?

Is the Mashpee Wampanoag’s dream of opening a casino in Middleborough near an end? It depends on whom you ask. Supporters of the $1 billion project say a disagreement between the tribe and its financial backers over contract terms forged two years ago is a minor blip. Opponents see the dispute as one more indication a mega-casino resort will never ...

2009/06/21

THERE is more than meets the eye, an engineering professional says of any project. In the case of the proposed Bukit Larut project, the question is not so much about the cable car, but that it's going to be on the slope.

Joplin Community Clinic names new director

Barbie Bilton has always been a fix-it kind of person. As the newly named executive director of Joplin’s Community Clinic, her skills will not be going to waste.

Edison Chen excites KL fans

KUALA LUMPUR: Controversial Hong Kong superstar Edison Chen Koon Hei made a special appearance in Bangsar Baru here to launch the first Malaysian outlet of his boutique yesterday.

Cultures come together for parish festival

The aroma of cilantro, peppers and cumin, sounds of salsa, and brightly colored dance costumes flavored the setting in a church parking lot where a variety of Latin cultures meshed.

BLOTTER: Police reports published June 21

John A. Paonessa, 39, 1050 Saunders Settlement Road, Lewiston, was charged with driving while intoxicated and a traffic infraction about 4:15 a.m. Saturday, according to Falls police.

TEMECULA: Screaming fans still 'all shook up' by Elvis

TEMECULA ---- His cream-colored blazer was just a bit oversized, a nice touch. His shirt was a sharp replica of the black-and-white shirt Elvis Presley had worn during an "Ed Sullivan Show" appearance.

Cosmic Rays: A Review for Astrobiologists

Cosmic rays represent one of the most fascinating research themes in modern astronomy and physics. Significant progress is being made toward an understanding of the astrophysics of the sources of cosmic rays and the physics of interactions in the ultrahigh-energy range.

Why Is the Definition of Life So Elusive? Epistemological Considerations

A central question of astrobiology concerns the origin and distribution of life in the Universe. For this reason, astrobiology can be considered to fall within the science called transitional biology.

Isotopic Composition of Methane and Inferred Methanogenic Substrates Along a Salinity Gradient in a Hypersaline ...

Isotopic Composition of Methane and Inferred Methanogenic Substrates Along a Salinity Gradient in a Hypersaline Microbial Mat System

A Cryptoendolithic Community in Volcanic Glass

OSETI with STACEE: A Search for Nanosecond Optical Transients from Nearby Stars

La voluntad de hierro de una doctora cubana

Tal vez Yiliam Rodríguez no tenga muy buena suerte. Por ser médica, las autoridades le im

Construction of NASCAR Sports Grille expected to start this month

— After almost two years of anticipation and delay, construction might start this month on a NASCAR Sports Grille at the Power Plant retail center.

Elderly woman killed in golf cart accident identified

An elderly woman who died Friday after being struck by a golf cart at Jumer's Casino and Hotel in Rock Island has been identified, Rock Island County Coroner Brian Gustafson said.

Utility executive Ken Parker receives 2009 Business Award

MAYS LANDING - Ken Parker, vice president, Public Policy for Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI), the parent company of Atlantic City Electric, was recently honored with the Business Award by the New Jersey AFL-CIO.

Goa casino files complaint against tourism minister

Panaji, June 21 : Facing criminal charges for allegedly cheating Goa Tourism Minister Francisco Pacheco of Rs.1.25 crore in gambling winnings, a casino firm has alleged that Pacheco in fact owed it Rs.30 lakh in dues.

Tough loss for Garcia

Cibola graduate and mixed martial arts fighter Edgar Garcia lost his first fight Saturday night at the "The Ultimate Fighter" season 9 finale at the Pearl in the Palms Casino in Las Vegas. Garcia (7-1) lost in a 29-28 split decision to Brad Blackburn (14-9-1).

Ill. woman dies after being hit by golf cart

ROCK ISLAND -- An 88-year-old woman has died after being struck by a golf cart at a western Illinois casino.

MELLIGEN IN IMPRESSIVE WIN OVER LUQUE!

True to his words, ALA fighter Mark Jason Melligen went to Mexico to win and win big, and that's just what he did as he stopped local fighter Fabian Luque in the second round just minutes ago in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.

Why are casinos bad for Goa? Try 'Sholay' for answer

By Mayabhushan Nagvenkar, Panaji, June 21 : Bollywood blockbuster 'Sholay' has inspired many,the latest being a former union minister, who drew an analogy between the ill effects of the casino industry in Goa and a popular scene from the film.

North Datebook - 6/21/2009

TUESDAYHIGHLANDThe Highland Senior Center Gadabouts plan a trip to the Pechanga Resort and Casino near Temecula on Tuesday. Participants will leave the Highland Senior Center at 7:45 a.m. and return between 3:30 and 4 p.m. 909-862-8104.REDLANDS

Trainers score milestone wins at SunRay

FARMINGTON — Saturday at SunRay Park and Casino was a day of firsts for a trio of winning trainers.

Broomfield upcoming events - June 21

YOUPage: What readers have to say about census numbers

The Back Story More people left Peoria County between 2000 and 2007 than those who moved into the county, according to information released last week by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Sosa keeps title with TKO of Melo

Please read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details

Let the people vote

Two weeks ago, we said that the question of expanded gambling will only be put to rest by a vote of

Malta and international press digest

The Sunday Times says property prices are down 15-20 percent according to the Chamber of Commerce. It also quotes the Prime Minister saying in an interview that he will contest the next general election.

Marian Catholic grad Sammi Sloan surging heading into third Futures Tour appearance

In 2007 the old Sammi Sloan shot a 91 and missed the 18-hole cut. Last year she missed another cut, carding a 163 through two rounds at Lost Marsh before her exit.

Boxing: Fields stops Firtha in sixth round

EDMONTON — Tye Fields knocked out Nicolai Firtha early in the sixth round of their heavyweight fight Saturday night at the River Cree Resort and Casino.

Attorneys dodging RDA battle

Dan Whitten said political pressure has made it tough for him and the other members of the Porter County Council to find a qualified law firm willing to represent them in their attempt to pull out of the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority.

Bloodied and beaten

Salt Lake City's Damarques Johnson, front, fights Britain's James Wilks in a welterweight final bout at the Palms Resort...

Business Briefs for June 21, 2009

A workshop titled “Buy It! Keep It!-Maintaining The Dream of Homeownership” will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Cortana Mall. Workshops will be held on such subjects as understanding credit, first-time homebuying, investment protection and foreclosure prevention.

Fields stops Firtha in sixth round

Associated Press - June 21, 2009 12:53 AM ET EDMONTON (AP) - Tye Fields knocked out Nicolai Firtha early in the sixth round of their heavyweight fight Saturday night at the River Cree Resort...

Senior Services of Will County celebrates at 19th annual dinner, dance Young at Heart

Lyrics from Frank Sinatra's song "Young at Heart" were at the heart of the message Senior Services Center of Will County portrayed in its theme at its 19th annual dinner and silent auction at Harrah's Casino.

Spending, Home Sales Probably Increased: U.S. Economy Preview

June 21 (Bloomberg) -- Consumer spending in the U.S. probably rose in May for the first time in three months and home sales increased as Americans became more confident the recession will end this year, economists said before reports this week.

S-B planning unit is officially created

In an unusually short half-hour meeting, the Suttons Bay Village Council this week adopted a series of “generic” resolutions required by changes in state law related to municipal planning commissions. Public Act 33 of 2008 clarifies requirements for mu read more

Hotel construction booming in city of Denton

Despite rocky economic times and a saturated market, construction is under way at several hotel sites in Denton. But the market probably hasn't influenced the increase of hotel construction, said Lisa Swain, an associate in the Richardson office of PKF Consulting, an independent consulting group that studies the regional hotel industry. "They must've broken [ground] at the end of 2008, and I ...

VIDEO: Smooth sailing at Hovercraft races

Bald eagles nesting near the site of hovercraft races in Riverside this weekend showed no visible sign of distress Saturday at the noise.With the drone of the vehicles audible in the distance, a pair of bald eagles sat in their nest tree, a tall sycamore near the bank of the Iowa River, for more than an hour Saturday morning with no apparent sign of unease.Nor did they fly or even shift ...

‘Tough Guy’ tournament puts discs in play

Veteran disc golfer Kevin Carder says there are a lot of similarities between his sport and traditional golf. “Most of the pros (at disc golf) consider themselves golfers,” he said. “We use different equipment, but the rules and attire still applies.”

Business people and places

Check out info about hiring and promotions, awards, business lunches for women, new offices for a balloon company and a décor business, free dry cleaning for job hunters, the purchase of a printing business, a design firm's new name, and more.

Vestin, CEO surviving hard times for lenders

Hard money lender Mike Shustek helped finance the growth of Southern Nevada during the boom years but he drew more regulatory flak than a dive bomber.

SAVING CITYCENTERSaving CityCenter required hundreds of consultants, cool heads in corporate

The $8.5 billion CityCenter, billed as the most expensive private commercial development in U.S. history, was a few hours from shutting operations on the morning of March 27.

Harrah's chief stays confident about company

Although some industry insiders and observers have had second thoughts about the wisdom of private equity's entry into the gaming industry, Harrah's Entertainment chief Gary Loveman isn't one of them.

Analyst: Room glut to hurt LV

Don't count Janney Montgomery Scott gaming analyst Brian McGill as someone who believes the opening of CityCenter will be good for Las Vegas.

Winning ideas ‘Pay It Forward’ to soldiers, firefighters

SHAMOKIN — A local fire company and “wounded warriors” from Walter Reed Army Medical Center are set to benefit from this year’s “Pay It Forward” challenge.

MGM Grand workers approve five-year deal

MGM Grand workers who are represented by the Culinary and Bartenders unions ratified a new five-year collective bargaining agreement Saturday that is similar to other Strip resort contracts ratified before the economic downturn.

Into the Blue

Ever since I was a squirt, I've been hooked on the idea of time travel.

Cleveland Aquarium Inc. plans downtown facility, rivaling Jacobs Investment Group proposal

Cleveland Aquarium Inc. and the Jacobs Investment Group met several times to try to form a partnership, Bonar said, but the groups disagreed on how big the aquarium needed to be, the location and whether it should be a nonprofit or for-profit project.

State gaming regulators shied away from policing borrowing

Because a healthy gaming industry is vital to the state’s economy, the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Commission are responsible for reviewing the financial health of gaming companies. Why, then, have regulators allowed companies to incur so much debt?

The desert has unique dad's day offerings

Mushy Father's Day cards are not what this desert is generally about.

Valley business briefs for Sunday, June 21

CVA meet-and-greet planned at Picanha, Chamber hosts city's downtown merchants, and more...

Study: Legalized games could create 2,400 jobs in northeast Pa. casinos

HARRISBURG — Legalizing table games such as poker and blackjack could create 2,400 direct jobs at the three slots casinos in Northeast Pennsylvania, according to a private study drawing attention at the state Capitol.

Kelseyville gears up for annual Home Wine Makers Festival

KELSEYVILLE – The town of Kelseyville is preparing to host the annual Lake County Home Wine Makers Festival taking place next Saturday, June 27.

Hot on Heatley's trail

Even without the Dany Heatley saga unfolding, this would be a special week in the NHL. The 30 clubs will spread out across the floor of Montreal’s Bell Centre Friday night and Saturday and sort through the young faces in the annual amateur draft, with clubs and their fans dreaming of the chance that there’s a 50-goal scorer in the ...

A day of Dino

STEUBENVILLE — The Dean Martin Festival continued Saturday at noon with the Dean Martin Parade, and both local and countrywide fans couldn’t get enough. “The parade was wonderful. I wish it would have lasted longer,” said Mary Ann Tock of Ashland.

Novak's routine could use more 'Office' humor

ATLANTIC CITY - B.J. Novak certainly isn't one of the most famous comedians to perform at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa's Music Box this summer, and he's also not one of the funniest.

N.J. peddles its shores to New Yorkers

An entire wall inside The Jersey Shore Store on Broadway in New York City is devoted to Atlantic City — complete with mini-Boardwalk.

Obama must convince public that spending now on a new system will save money later

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On Thursday, two polls hit the street here that provided a snapshot of an America still on a honeymoon but starting to wonder whether the groom might be spending too much time in the casino.

June 14 -20, 2009

Build the ark! The rain just keeps coming

CyberSoulMan: Ruby Baby

Saturday night on 88.1 FM the DJ (that would be me, your CyberSoulMan) played the above referenced song. It was first recorded by legendary vocal group, The Drifters, in 1956. I missed that version until much later in life.

Reilly spot is key to slots bill

He represents crucial lost vote that could scuttle legislation for casino The resignation of Chairman Edward R. Reilly from the Anne Arundel County Council leaves it with one less slots supporter, a crucial lost vote that could potentially railroad the legislation.

Ted Strickland's turnaround in Ohio

What happened to traditional Democratic values?

Reno trails on NevadaTrailMaps.com

A red-tailed hawk circles overhead as billowy clouds promise an afternoon shower. As we head up the trail, quail scurry through the sage and gurgling water draws our attention to the lush stand of aspen trees along a stream. We could be high in the Sierra,...

People Spotlight: Shawn S. Smyth

River Spirit Casino, a new gaming and entertainment facility owned and operated by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, has named Shawn S. Smyth as general manager, effective June 15.

New casino or old, gambling dilemma remains

A new minicasino has opened in Lakewood – or, by some accounts, an old minicasino has re-opened – even as the city considers what to do with its questionable ban on new cardrooms and looks at how other cities have tried to block them from opening.

Free stuff

• You can win a movie on Blu-ray — titles include "Inside Man," "Fletch," "Children of Men" and "Seabiscuit" — if you can tell us the logo on Bill Cosby's shirt and sweat suit when he performs tonight at the Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson.

SA reach Confed semis

Bafana are through to the semifinals of the Confederations Cup despite losing 2-0 to Spain.

Man pleads not guilty to robbing casino

BUTTE - A 21-year-old man accused of holding up a Butte casino at gunpoint has pleaded not guilty to felony robbery.

Chicoan among victims of gambling addict

SACRAMENTO — An 83-year-old Chicoan was among the victims of a woman who "fleeced" retirees out of almost $350,000 to pay for a gambling habit.

Candidates vow to fix city's finances

The dozen men and women who dream of becoming Atlanta's next mayor talk tough about how they'll handle the city's shaky finances.

The crash of a golden boy

Kent Vucurevich seemingly had it made before age 30. He was deal-making wunderkind on the Sioux Falls scene, with real estate developments, casino interests, gyms, ATMs and ownership in the Storm indoor football team. But in a short time, his fortunes have flipped and lawsuits against him have mounted.

Forced Oasis: 'Big Tom' brings water to a thirsty northern Colorado

ESTES PARK — Back in January, as white-feathered ptarmigans huddled against the wind and pine branches swelled with snow cover in Rocky Mountain National Park, our story's drops of water were born.

Times writer recognized with journalism award

Northwest Arkansas Times features writer Steve Schmidt on Saturday was named winner of the features category for newspapers with circulation of less than 100,000 in the Great Plains Journalism Competition. (Northwest Arkansas Times)

Callous thief is home free

FURY has erupted at the news that disgraced Geelong mayor Frank De Stefano, will be allowed to serve out his jail term in his lounge room.

Miracle man

Lean and wiry, Bobby Jones comes from tough show business stock. “I played the night my father died,” he admits. “And he played the night his father died. It's not a thing I'm proud or not proud of,” Jones says, wary of admiration. “But he told me he did that.”

From the blotter / Niagara County police calls, June 3 to 12

Employment growth seen in the late '90s not seen in 2000s

The last decade of the 1990s was a good one for Mississippi employment with total non-farm employment in the state growing by 14.3 percent over that period.

Hotel garb

BY JOHANNA D. POBLETE, Reporter Few, although they spend most of their days wearing a uniform, look upon the garment with any enthusiasm. Who can blame them?

Casinos not as flush as gambling revenue declines

Casinos across the country have been hit by the recession. Even Trump Entertainment, named after tycoon Donald Trump, which owns casinos in Atlantic City, N.J., filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. Montana is no exception.

Big names clash at Blue Chip casino

MICHIGAN CITY -- It was all business all day, and night, as unique professionals performed in the Stardust Event Center at the Blue Chip Hotel-Casino. This was no loud and rowdy concert. The only sounds were background rock music and the clack of balls hitting balls. The world's best pool players slowly eliminated one another Saturday in Day 3 of the Great Lakes Classic of the Women's ...

Worn to a nub calling for fiscal reality and accountability

Sen. Lou D'Allesandro, D-Manchester, took offense last Sunday to an editorial stating "we would urge our legislators to do what those of us in the real world have been doing for quite some time now and reduce spending rather than looking for new ways to...

Woman dies after being hit by golf cart

An 88-year-old woman has died after being struck by a golf cart at a western Illinois casino.

Groundbreaking for Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming Center Hotel this Week

Construction is expected to get underway immediately following the groundbreaking.

Lawmakers carve up winnings

Protecting Kentucky's signature horse industry wasn't enough for some lawmakers. The final bill to authorize slot machines at racing tracks eventually got loaded up like a Christmas tree.

How much do you know about the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom?

1. What year did the Casino Ballroom open?a. 1899, b. 1901, c. 19302. The 5,000 person capacity ballroom was built later in response to the new phenomena of entertainment, national stars. What year was it built?a. 1933, b. 1940, c. 1927

Fight Night for cause has record crowd

LAKESIDE – Before National City police officer Andrea Gonzalez boxed her first competitive bout, it was evident who was in her corner whether by the ring or elsewhere. Seventeen-year-old Estela Vargas came to support the friend she met at the Community Youth Athletic Center in National City.

Enthusiasts Live Dream Through Plattsburgh Car Show

Some car enthusiasts in the Champlain Valley are living their dream.

Arts & Leisure: Hotel garb

Few, although they spend most of their days wearing a uniform, look upon the garment with any enthusiasm. Who can blame them?

Feds approve China Eastern flights to Saipan

The U.S. Department of Transportation approved China Eastern Airlines' request for a one-year authority to resume charter flights between Shanghai in China and Saipan in the CNMI.

Argosy Closing Sunday, Will Reopen With New Name

On Friday, June 26 it will reopen under a different name, and with a multi-million dollar makeover.

Deputies Searching for Suspect After High Speed Chase

Northwood, IA- The Worth County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man that led deputies on a high speed chase Saturday night.

Treasure Cove advances to women's soccer club final

Treasure Cove Casino is making senior B provincial women's soccer history.Their 4-0 victory over Surrey United Sunday morning at North Cariboo Field in the semifinal at the Leeta Sokatski Cup put the host team into the championship final later today.Goals by Jay-Anna Major Briere, Kari Daly, Megan Christenson and Jessica Brand guaranteed that for the first time in the tournament's history a ...

Fields KOs Firtha!

6′8 265lb heavyweight Tye Fields (42-2, 38 KOs) knocked out Nicolai Firtha in the sixth round to claim the NABF heavyweight belt on Saturday night at the River Cree Resort and Casino in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was a left to the head that brought down Firtha at the :43 mark.

Red Devils defy conditions to dominate Cougars | Rugby League | QRL and NSWRL

Byron Bay centre Michael Chapman makes a run to the tryline in the NRRRL match against Casino at Red Devil Park, Byron Bay, yesterday.

Ballina Rugby team all class in the wet and slosh | Rugby Union

Ballina and Wollongbar-Alstonville players are indistinguishable. IT was so muddy at Ballina’s Quays Reserve on Saturday, Seahorses captain Kane Scott couldn’t tell the difference between his side and their opponents, Wollongbar-Alstonville.

Kolektor gitulis, P112 mil nadala

DUL-AN P112 mil ang nabitbit sa mga tulisan human gitulis ang kolektor sa Moresco II niadtong Biyernes mga alas 12:45 sa udto sa dalan Poblacion, lungsod sa Villanueva, Misamis Oriental. read more

Sunday June 21, 2009 - 12:38 EST

I just read your article on the "Slot Spin Principle." It is brilliant.

Slots may join juleps and hats and Ky. race tracks

(AP:LOUISVILLE, Ky.) Splurging on a hunch, Kerry Chapman put down $20 across-the-board on Market At Midday, a sleek thoroughbred running in the day's final race at Churchill Downs.

Melligen umeksena sa World boxing

Patuloy sa paggawa ng eksena sa world boxing scene si Filipino light welterweight Mark Jason Melligen.

Kevin Pollak's Internet Talk Show

Actor Kevin Pollak, who has appeared in The Usual Suspects , Casino , A Few Good Men and Otis , now hosts a talk show that runs weekly. It's not on TV or on radio, but strictly on the Internet.

Jazz artist bobby Jones, Miracle man

News archive for 2009-06-21

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Gambling supporters' pitches won over House