Article Archives for 2010-01-12

The Commonwealth Medical College in Scranton announced Monday morning some big financial news. Pennsylvania's new Table Game Law that was passed just last week is paving the way for nearly $500,000 of state funding for the college. The revenue will come from the Mount Airy Casino Resort in the Poconos.

Venezuela shutters stores in price-hike crackdown

(AP:CARACAS, Venezuela) Venezuelan government inspectors accompanied by soldiers have temporarily shut down stores belonging to a major retailer, seeking to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

ICAP Ocean Tomo to Sell Server Based Gaming Patent Portfolio Owned by Legal iGaming Inc.

CHICAGO----ICAP Ocean Tomo, the intellectual property brokerage division of ICAP , is engaged to sell a patent portfolio of Server Based Gaming technology owned by Legal iGaming Inc.

Jefferson County lawmakers prepare for session

BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Jefferson County lawmakers are packing their bags for another legislative session. Gardendale Senate Scott Beason says passing budgets this year will not be easy.

Q&A with Crystals interior architect David Rockwell

David Rockwell has an eye for theater, color and spectacle. The New York-based architect and designer is responsible for some of the country's most memorable and seductive spaces, from hotels and restaurants to casinos and stadiums.

Fort Pierce Jai-Alai's season pushed to May while owner refinances

FORT PIERCE — The owner of Fort Pierce Jai-Alai & Poker has defaulted on a $3 million loan held by Isle of Capri Casinos, according to Securities and Exchange Commission paperwork.

Columbus Casino Site Could Be Announced Midweek

An alternative site for the Columbus casino could be announced as early as Wednesday, meaning there could be no casino for the Arena District. Get details.

Amateur MMA event in Richmond selling well

others also read... There appears to be a strong appetite for mixed martial arts in the Lower Mainland, even for the amateur variety.

Dramatic Story of the Sinking of Titanic Coming to Foxwoods Resort Casino

MASHANTUCKET, Conn.----On April 15, 1912, Titanic, the world’s largest ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg claiming more than 1,500 lives and subsequently altering the world’s confidence in modern technology. 98 years later, Foxwoods Resort Casino will pay tribute to the tragedy which continues to resonate through Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, where more than 125 legendary artifacts ...

Supporters Hope PA Gambling Chance Helps Local Project

Lawrence County Commissioner Richard DeBlasio said "we're hoping that this will be the last step," thinking "this" could be the key for developers to obtain the financing they need to finally bring a much-talked about "racino" to a piece of land off Route 422 in Mahoning Township. Last week lawmakers in Harrisburg agreed to expand casino gambling to include table games -- something West ...

SUFFREDIN VS. KEEFE: Sparks fly in Evanston debate

John Michael Keefe, the challenger in the Democratic primary race for 13th District Cook County Commissioner, hammered at his opponent during a forum Sunday, taking incumbent Commissioner Larry Suffredin to task for his outside lobbying activities and support of a controversial sales tax increase.

Casino Regina changes policy on collection of personal information

A woman who balked at a requirement she provide personal information even when paying with cash for tickets at Casino Regina is pleased her concern has sparked a policy change.

Controversial Gambling Domain Seizure Ruling Expected This Month

Back in 2008, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear announced that he wanted to shut down 141 Internet gambling sites in the state in an effort to stop unregulated online gaming. He filed a civil suit against the domain names and asked the court to force the sites to block access to Kentucky users or give up control of their domain names. "Unlicensed, unregulated, illegal Internet gambling poses a ...

Atlantic City casino revenues down 13 percent in 2009

Atlantic City's casinos posted their worst financial returns since 1997.

Unemployment insurance fraud

A tri-region fraud investigation has resulted in more than 50 arrests. The New York State Department of Labor announced the arrests Monday morning. Our Joleene Des Rosiers tells us how they got busted and what they spent the illegal funds on.

Unemployment fraud raid nabs 53 alleged cheats

The State Labor Department has charged 53 people from throughout Central New York with fraudulently obtaining unemployment benefits.

The ethics and political economy of lottery

In view of its two decades on the drawing board, several years in legislation and months in the pipeline, the online lottery for two- and three-digit numbers appears to make policy sense.

A.C. casinos' revenue dropped 9.8 percent in Dec.

New Jersey's Casino Control Commission says revenue was down by 9.8 percent in December at Atlantic City's casinos.

Visit Miami for the Super Bowl and enjoy all Florida has to offer

MIAMI - This year's Super Bowl is in Miami but all South Florida wants to play.

Matt Remillard Arrested, Charged With Assault

Connecticut State Police on Jan. 5 following an alleged assault in Marlborough.

Atlantic City casino revenues down 13 pct in 2009

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey's Casino Control Commission says revenue was down by 9.8 percent in December at Atlantic City's casinos. Compared to other months in 2009, that's not bad.

Restored Control Tower Returns to Wildwood Naval Air Station

ERMA — Over a year ago, the former control tower from Atlantic City’s Bader Field Airport arrived at Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) here needing restoration. The tower arrived disassembled with steel girders and a catwalk in a stack and the control section sitting on a flatbed trailer.

Backstreet Boy A.J. McLean Gets Engaged Onstage In Vegas

Backstreet Boy A.J. McLean got engaged to his girlfriend Rochelle Karidis on Friday, a rep confirmed to MTV News.

Oil falls below US$83 despite signs of strong Chinese crude demand, cold weather

NEW YORK - Oil prices fell Monday despite signs of strong Chinese demand for crude, and amid a weakening U.S. dollar and strong flow of speculative funds into commodities.

Bighorns Return Home, Introduce Two-For-One Tuesday Ticket Deal

RENO, Nev.- The Reno Bighorns return home Tuesday for a 7 p.m. tilt against the Utah Flash, when they will introduce Two-for-One Tuesday, where fans can get two-for-one tickets on any seat in the house.

Casinos Won't Recover in 2010: Report

Credit pressures still remain for casino operators, according to a new report from Standard & Poor's.

Atlantic City casino revenue down 9.8 percent last month, 13.2 percent over course of year

AP Photo/Mel EvansAtlantic City hotels and casinos reflected in the water in this Nov. 2007 photo.ATLANTIC CITY -- Atlantic City's casinos posted their worst financial returns since 1997. The resorts' gambling business won $3.9 billion in 2009, down 13.2 percent...

’So help me God’ an Iowa legislative mandate?

Iowa lawmakers would be constitutionally required to say “so help me God” when being sworn into office under a proposal by a Mount Auburn Republican.

Nevada high court: man doesn't have right to parole

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that a Las Vegas man does not have a constitutional right to parole.

Top Rank & Fox To Announce New Live TV Series | BoxingInsider.com

LAS VEGAS, NEV. (January 11, 2010) – Top Rank, Fox Sports en Español and FOX Sports Net will host a News Conference Luncheon This Thursday! January 14, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas – Muse Ballroom to announce the launch of Top Rank Live, the exciting new boxing television series.

‘Let’s Make Magic’ black-tie ball to benefit Abilities of Northwest Jersey

Fran and Paul Sterbenz are honorary chairs of Abilities’ “Let’s Make Magic” benefit. (Photo courtesy Abilities of Northwest Jersey) “Let’s Make Magic’’ is the theme of the Warren County-based Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc.’s major fund-raising event, a black-tie ball,...

WSPA calls for licensing of dangerous animals after tiger mauling death

The tiger-mauling death of an Ontario man should serve as a wake-up call for the province of the dangers of owning exotic animals, the World Society for the Protection of Animals said Monday.

Casinos change privacy rules

Saskatchewan's government-owned casinos have stopped requiring personal information when people buy tickets to see shows.

Monday January 11, 2010 - 15:02 EST

LONDON, England -- Tax changes may not impact as severely on Rank Group as previously feared, according to a report in The Financial Times. The last three months of 2009 saw customers return to Rank casinos and growth for their online gaming sites, the Financial Times said.

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OIL prices fell yesterday despite signs of strong Chinese demand for crude, and amid a weakening dollar and strong flow of speculative funds into commodities.

Local news in brief Jan. 12, 2010

Get FREE Daily Headlines by email! State police on Monday identified the man shot and killed by officers early Sunday morning in Cordova as 58-year-old Luis Montoya.

Supreme Court denies Anselmo parole petition

The Supreme Court has refused to intervene in the decision to deny Michael Anselmo parole from his 1971 murder sentence. Anselmo, one of the longest serving inmates in the Nevada prison system, had his life sentence commuted in 2005 to give him a chance at parole. But the parole board has refused to release him from that sentence. He filed a petition for a writ of habeas corpus in Carson ...

PATERSON: ‘Ultimate fighting’ considered to raise funds for state

Gov. David Paterson may ask New York’s legislature to allow so-called ultimate fighting martial arts contests in the state to raise tax revenue and offset deep cuts in school aid and other funding.

Mammoliti goes back to high school

They asked for a crosswalk, but they might get a subway. A Westview High School Grade 10 civics class got 1,000 signatures on a petition for a crosswalk adjacent to their Jane St.-Finch Ave. high school to help students cross busy Oakdale Rd.

Massif expansion moving too fast for some

Montreal — Le Massif's setting is breathtaking: a commanding vista high above the broad St. Lawrence River, the mountain nestled in the pristine beauty of the Charlevoix region about an hour's drive northeast of Quebec City.

Assembly passes measure letting ex-state workers more quickly seek jobs representing casino industry

A bill that lets state government staff seek jobs with professional firms representing casinos immediately upon leaving office has been passed by the state Assembly.

refuge gets cash from casino

NANAIMO — Great Canadian Casino Nanaimo will donate $15,000 to the local World Parrot Refuge in Coombs.

$1B issue awaits Ohio lawmakers

The General Assembly returns Tuesday from their holiday break and they're already facing a tight deadline. Gov. Ted Strickland wants them to vote to place a $1 billion high-tech jobs issue on the May 4 ballot.

Venezuela shutters stores in crackdown on price hikes after devaluation

CARACAS, Venezuela - Government inspectors accompanied by soldiers temporarily shut down two large retail stores in Venezuela on Monday, aiming to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

Ventnor police chief retires

Wayne Arnold retired as chief of the Ventnor Police Department at the beginning of the month.

Baseball: Red Sox star Pedroia a hot ticket at WNC fundraiser

CARSON CITY- Tickets are selling fast for the Western Nevada College athletics fund-raiser featuring Boston Red Sox Second Baseman Dustin Pedroia. More than 700 supporters of Wildcats baseball and softball have already secured their seats at the dinner fund-raiser on Saturday, Jan. 16, but some tickets are still available until Thursday, Jan. 14, at 5 p.m. for $75, or a table of 10 for $750 ...

Island View donates live oaks to Preservation Oaks Park

GULFPORT, MS (WLOX) - The owners of Island View Casino in Gulfport made a donation Monday to a very visible beautification project. They donated two large oak trees that were planted in Preservation Oaks Park along the beach front south of Highway 90.

Williams proposes amendment to settle a gambling debate

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Senate President David Williams filed a bill Monday that seeks to end the debate over whether a constitutional amendment is needed to expand gambling in Kentucky.

Boxers avoid jail on assault charge

Two amateur boxers who assaulted a man outside Hobart's Wrest Point Casino have avoided a jail sentence.

Cline Ave. Bridge Closure Impacts Area Businesses

The Cline Avenue Bridge is a more than three-mile span over the Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal. It remains closed, permanently, as it continues to decay. CBS 2's Mike Puccinelli reports on how the decline of the Cline is being felt all along the elevated road.

Atlantic City Casino Revenues Down 13% In 2009

Atlantic City's casinos posted their worst financial returns since 1997. The resorts' gambling business won $3.9 billion in 2009, down 13.2 percent from the previous year, according to data released Monday by the state Casino Control Commission.

Film review: 44 inch chest

44 INCH CHEST (18) * * * Director: Malcolm Venville Running time: 95 minutes

"Big Love" kicks off the season with a corpse -- and no bacon

Is there something wrong with me that last night's episode of "Big Love" made me really, really want a BLT? One that Adaleen made for me?

Fatal attacks by exotic pets will continue unless Ont. takes action: activists

TORONTO - Fatal maulings like the one an Ontario man suffered when his 300-kilogram pet tiger attacked will happen "again and again" if the province fails to bring in a licensing system for exotic animals, activist groups said Monday.

4. Oil price falls despite strong demand

NEW YORK: Oil prices fell Monday despite signs of strong Chinese demand for crude, and amid a weakening dollar and strong flow of speculative funds into commodities.

Harrah's settles complaint over sports book violation

Representatives of Harrah’s Entertainment Inc. have signed an agreement with the state Gaming Control Board settling a complaint involving the rescission of three sports wagers in violation of state gaming regulations.

Venezuela temporarily shuts down retailer

Caracas — Venezuelan government inspectors accompanied by soldiers temporarily shut down stores belonging to a major retailer, seeking to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

Unemployment Fraud Arrests

Syracuse, NY (WBNG Binghamton) 19 people from the Southern Tier are charged as part of a crackdown on unemployment fraud. The New York Labor Department announced a total of 53 people are accused of collecting benefits illegally. Action News reporter Gabe Osterhout tells us how many tried to get what they weren't entitled to receive.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-11 23:02 STOCKS NEWS US-Electronic Arts drops on outlook

Table games money vital to medical college, officials say

Playing blackjack, poker or roulette at Mount Airy Casino Resort will help educate future doctors - and is vital for the region, state and medical college officials said Monday. Administrators and members of the board of Commonwealth Medical College prai

Leaping off tall buildings painlessly

LONG a staple of cartoonists illustrating financial trouble, taking a leap off a tall building will at last make a change for the better later this year.

If a bank's too big to fail, break it up

The lesson of the financial crisis is that if banks are too big to fail, they should be broken up, writes Jeremy Warner. Unfortunately, it may need further upheaval for the policy makers to see sense.

Dimon calls commercial real estate a 'train wreck'

J.P. Morgan Chase chief executive also notes that many of the problems in the sector have already happened and won't affect the economy too much.

Weekend Rundown: Franca Loses, Retires

Former World Extreme Cagefighting lightweight champion and one-time UFC lightweight contender Hermes Franca succumbed to first-round strikes from Eric Wisely in the Max Fights DM “Ballroom Brawl IV” main event on Friday at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, Iowa. The end came 3:48 into round one.

Hard Rock names Pepsi alum Galloway CMO

Hospitality brand Hard Rock International named John Galloway, former VP of marketing for Gatorade at PepsiCo, its VP and CMO, effective January 11. He is charged with overseeing global marketing, advertising and promotions for Hard Rock's 159 venues worldwide.

Indiana Bill Could Withhold Casino Winnings For Child Support Owed

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Indiana’s NewsCenter) - A proposed bill in Indiana could force deadbeat parents who win big casino jackpots to fork over prize money to their children.

NZ fraudster nabbed after months on run

A prolific Kiwi fraudster who lived the high life on yachts and in casinos for months has finally been nabbed.

Reids not helping each other out

Sen. Harry Reid and son Rory, right, will share a ballot in Nevada, but each is considered the other's albatross. » Ann Gerhart

Sticking point for township on casino site is tax money

A vote by Franklin Township trustees against two potential casino sites and a close decision by neighborhood leaders on the Hilltop haven't hurt the West Side area's chances in Columbus City Hall.

State Of The City: Rock Island

Crime, parking problems, and budget woes are just some of the things Rock Island has been in the news for lately but the mayor is looking to solve those problems and move on this year.

South Surrey casino plan gets early nod

Builder Bob Cheema (left) discusses his convention hotel and casino proposal with developer Ralph Berezan. Both men had proposals with casinos before council. Berezan's was sent back, while Cheema's will go to public hearing on Jan. 25.

Lottery sales up as Powerball gets set to start

ALBANY -- Powerball, the 31-state lottery, will begin in New York on Feb. 3, state lottery officials said Monday.

Riverfront Heritage Trail link to open near ASB Bridge

A key link in the Riverfront Heritage Trail will symbolically open at 10 a.m. Friday with a public ribbon-cutting at the south end of the ASB Bridge. The $3 million project takes the bike and walking trail under the bridge and near the river to avoid crossing the BNSF railroad tracks above. It connects Berkley Riverfront Park with the River Market area and beyond.

Sen. Reid and son Rory each considered a burden for the other's campaign in Nevada

LAS VEGAS -- As if Senate Majority Leader Harry M. Reid (D-Nev.) didn't have enough problems, say hello to Rory Reid, his eldest son. Looks just like him. He's running for governor of Nevada.

W. Basketball. STEVENS: Lobos Need to Bring Mojo From Vegas to Salt Lake City

Lobo Game Notes vs. Utah in PDF Format Was it a lucky rabbit's foot? Was it a magic potion? Was it a ghostly hot streak absorbed by Lobo Jessica Kielpinski as she innocently strolled by the distant tables at the South Point Casino. Whatever it was that Kielpinski stumbled upon in Las Vegas, the New Mexico center needs to bring it along to Salt Lake City and splash it all over her Lobos. And then ...

Initiation is over; now Get Involved

Don’t wait too long to join a student organization by yamini piplani The Rebel Yell I would give this advice to all college freshmen: Pick a cause and volunteer. I know this seems like obvious advice, but amidst the tensions of adjusting to a new lifestyle and new methods of teaching, students often leave volunteering off their checklist until [...]

Washoe County deputies arrest three in burglaries

RENO – Last week, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects in a string of burglaries of vacant or unoccupied houses in the Somerset and Caughlin Ranch areas of Reno. Now it seeks the assistance of realtors who might be handling empty, foreclosed houses and urges the public to keep an eye on their neighbor’s properties to discourage future crimes of opportunity.

Venezuela shutters stores amid price hike

CARACAS, Venezuela: Soldiers accompanied government inspectors as they temporarily shut down dozens of retail stores in Venezuela on Monday, aiming to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

NASA Television to Move to Satellite AMC 3; Launches New Schedule

Cebu bizmen to gauge presidentiables in forum

Cebu's three major business groups have said they want to hear more than motherhood statements from candidates in this year’s elections as they joined forces to invite the top six presidential candidates for a forum on January 22 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino.

Find your Center

The newly constructed CityCenter is home to 68 acres of rooms, entertainment and dining for endless hours of activities, but the hub of the action is located in The Crystals and Aria Resort and Casino. This is where students will be able to find a modern environment to eat, drink and have fun. As the central feature [...]

Unemployment Fraud Crackdown

It's got its hands full these days with claims, but the state labor department says it's still got time to catch people trying to cheat the system.

Despite loss, nearly two million reasons to celebrate

Ty Reiman is nearly $2 million richer. The 21-year-old Morton native was runner-up at one of Texas Hold ’Em poker’s major tournaments Monday, outlasting all but one player at the final table of the $10,000 buy-in PokerStars Caribbean Adventure main event at Atlantis Resort and Casino in the Bahamas.

Chili Bowl Nationals news 2010-01-11

Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Time is Here! TULSA, Okla. (January 11, 2010) -- After a Monday highlighted by visits from dignitaries and a full practice session, the 24th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals fires to life on Tuesday at the QuikTrip Center's Tulsa Expo Raceway.

CITY COUNCIL: Blues Fest funds on hold

Organizers of the 2010 Niagara Falls Blues Festival won’t be getting any financial support from the city until they can provide lawmakers with a more detailed explanation of how they intend to spend the money.

Speed limits could drop on some Temecula streets

The speed limit on a stretch of busy Pechanga Parkway and other streets could be lowered Tuesday. The speed limit would drop from 50 to 45 mph on the parkway from Rainbow Canyon Road to Wolf Valley Road if approved by the Temecula City Council. Other locations would see steeper drops, including Wolf Creek Drive north and south, which would go from 55 mph to 30 mph from Pechanga Parkway to Wolf ...

Oil price falls despite strong demand

NEW YORK: Oil prices fell Monday despite signs of strong Chinese demand for crude, and amid a weakening dollar and strong flow of speculative funds into commodities. Benchmark crude for February deliv...

Windsor vying for Monopoly spot

WINDSOR, Ont. -- Windsor hopes to land on Go and be one of 22 Canadian cities on an anniversary edition of Monopoly.

U.S. casinos' bet on Macau pays off

When U.S. casino giants Las Vegas Sands and Wynn Resorts first set foot on these islands in the South China Sea a few years ago, skeptics warned their bet on Asian gambling could turn into a bust.

Venezuela closes retail stores in crackdown on price hikes after devaluation

CARACAS, Venezuela - Soldiers accompanied government inspectors as they temporarily shut down dozens of retail stores in Venezuela on Monday, aiming to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

Local vocals: Women find harmony in whimsical trio

Members of the new all-female local trio known as "The Committee": clockwise from top left, Sandra Marlowe, Candace Fazzio and Dorothy Martin. Photo by: Special to The Dispatch "We never mention Aunt Clara; Her picture is turned to the wall. Though she lives on the French Riviera, Mother says she is dead to us all." It was clear that the three women gathered around the piano were having a grand ...

Police Beat: Jan. 11, 2010

To report a crime or suspicious activity in your neighborhood, call the Naples Police and Fire Department at 213-4844, the Collier County Sheriff’s Office at 774-4434, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at (239) 477-1000 or the Marco Island Police Department at 389-5050.Deputies: East Naples man threatened ex-girlfriend via 500 text messagesCollier County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 38-year-old ...

Man wins $10K in lottery’s Mega Millions

The New York Lottery recently announced the name of a Red Hook Mega Millions player who won $10,000 in the drawing held on Dec. 22. The winner, Gary Humphrey, purchased the winning ticket at the Stewart’s Shops at 7243 S. Broadway in Red Hook.

Dow 15,000 By 2011? Don't Bet Too Quickly

Stores shuttered in currency crisis

CARACAS, Venezuela — Soldiers accompanied government inspectors as they temporarily shut down dozens of retail stores in Venezuela on Monday, aiming to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

Report: UFC Sells 10 Percent Stake to Abu Dhabi Company

UFC majority owner Lorenzo Fertitta confirmed on Monday the sale of a 10 percent stake in the fight promotion to the Middle Eastern entertainment company Flash Entertainment.

Rotten Tomatoes Bestows Top Golden Tomato Awards to 'Up' and 'The Hurt Locker'

Rotten Tomatoes , the leading online aggregator of film reviews, today announced the 11th annual Golden Tomato Awards , which pay tribute to the best and worst reviewed films of the past year. Â Films are ranked according to their "Tomatometer" scores, which are based on the published opinions of more than 200 top film critics as aggregated by Rotten Tomatoes.

Police nab 2 suspects in Reno casino robberies

Reno police arrested two suspects in the weekend robberies of two downtown casinos after one allegedly tried to rob the Silver Legacy for a second time today.

'Spider-Man' film team is squashed

Sony parts ways with director Sam Raimi and stars Tobey Maguire in Kirsten Dunst, the tandem that helped the first three movies earn $2.5 billion in worldwide box office. 'Spider-Man 4' is delayed but Sony parts ways with director Sam Raimi and stars Tobey Maguire in Kirsten Dunst, the tandem that helped the first three movies earn $2.5 billion in worldwide box office. 'Spider-Man 4' is delayed ...

Woman sues casino on racial bias claim

An Indianapolis woman has filed a federal lawsuit claiming she was unfairly accused of stealing $100 from a Shelbyville casino.

2 area casinos do better

Gambling revenue was up only at Lumière Place and Ameristar, stayed level at Harrah's for 2009.

Train Hitting The Road With Butch Walker and The Black Widows

Train will resume with the second leg of their Save Me, San Francisco tour beginning March 4 in Ft. Lauderdale with singer/songwriter Butch Walker and The Black Widows opening

Atlantic City casinos drive stake through 2009

Atlantic City has closed the books on 2009, a

Casino Robbery Suspects Behind Bars

Reno police have arrested a man they believe was involved in three casino robberies.

Richmond extends deadline on Point Molate casino deal

The looming deadline on a developer's pitch for a hotel-casino resort in Richmond has been extended, giving the city and the developer more time to negotiate financing and other issues.

Fans to get a new Hendrix experience

With the exception of James Dean, who made only three films, there might be no pop-culture icon who has done more with less than the late Jimi Hendrix. The ultimate guitar hero released just three studio albums before his death in 1970, but new generations of music fans keep plugging into his amplified legacy.

Trial begins for man accused of raping 11-year-old Lawrence girl

The defendant was baby sitting the girl and her siblings while her parents were out of town at a casino.

Divas for a Difference: Holidays may be over, but food banks still need your help

With the increase in region-wide unemployment, more and more families are struggling to put food on the table.

Casino consultant faces prison in bribery case

Detroit -- A casino consultant faces up to two years in prison after he admitted Monday to bribing the then-head of the Michigan Council of Carpenters to get access to the union's pension funds.

Attorney: Casino contract 'ridiculous'

A legal disagreement between the executors and the beneficiaries of the Eisenhower Hotel and Conference Center estate could compromise the plans of a Gettysburg businessman and a former state representative who want to convert the property into a resort casino.

Auto show boosts Detroit businesses

Detroit -- The economic spinoff from the auto show was felt Monday in full hotels and packed restaurants downtown.

Casino concerns raised

Selectmen last night pointed to concerns town departments have raised with the proposed Crossroads Resort casino, including the belief that the plans are too big for the site.

Casino numbers sag in December

Terrible’s St. Jo Frontier Casino just witnessed its worst month of the fiscal year, according to data recently released by the Missouri Gaming Commission.

Britain's big banks must be broken up, says Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg

Britain's biggest banks would be broken up under a Liberal Democrat government, Nick Clegg has declared, in the clearest political statement yet to rid the financial system of in-built risk.

TV show could aid Olive Branch hunt for police shooter

Olive Branch police said Monday some tips called in after a re-airing of an " America's Most Wanted " episode could provide "viable information" leading to an arrest in the unsolved shooting of two of their officers. "We received a number of calls from 'AMW' viewers concerning the case, some of which we feel could hold viable information," Asst. Chief Mark Kimbell said. "Detectives have been ...

In Brief: Oxford group planning casino

TUNICA -- An Oxford-based group has announced it has entered into a development and management agreement to locate a new casino at the site of the closed Isle of Capri property in Tunica County.Abston-McKay Ventures LLC and Lakes Entertainment Inc. announced the deal Monday.Officials say in a statement that the new casino would be independently owned by Abston-McKay Ventures and Orr Family ...

Three Indiana teen girls sue city over strip search

The high school girlfriends weren't known as troublemakers. But the Madison Consolidated High School seniors found themselves shivering on a winter night three years ago in a deserted church parking lot, surrounded by police, being questioned about drugs — and then strip searched.

Media Council discusses 'threat' of 'immorality' in Lebanese TV programs

BEIRUT: The National Media Council held a large-scale meeting on Monday to discuss creating a guidebook for audiovisual media outlets in Lebanon that would define pornography and other offenses to public morals.

Ponzi scheme suspect going back to Boston

GULFPORT — A Boston-area businessman arrested at a Biloxi casino has been charged with mail fraud in an alleged Ponzi scheme believed to have defrauded about 130 investors of more than $29 million.

David Weidner's Writing on the Wall: The bad ideas behind financial 'innovation'

How in the world did we ever get by without mortgage derivatives?

Research and Markets: European Top 20 Retailers - Company Benchmarking Analysis Report

DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "European Top 20 Retailers - Company Benchmarking Analysis" report to their offering.

Research and Markets: Global Top 20 Retailers - Company Benchmarking Analysis Report

DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Top 20 Retailers - Company Benchmarking Analysis" report to their offering.

County supervisors to vote on casino infrastructure agreement

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City Council approves casino items

OTTUMWA — Bringing a casino to Ottumwa could bring money to the community, though some residents are still wondering what else it might bring. The Ottumwa City Council held a public hearing at their meeting Monday night to discuss a lease agreement between the city and Ingenus of Iowa LLC.

Supreme Court stops RFID

The Supreme Court has temporarily prohibited the Land Transportation Office (LTO) from collecting fees for the new car identification system that it implemented beginning this year.

“BAKBAKAN sa SINULOG” Presscon Updates: Melindo and Banal vow KO wins

By Rene Bonsubre, Jr. PhilBoxing.com Tue, 12 Jan 2010 Milan “Melinyo” Melindo and WBC Youth Intercontinental Flyweight Champion Anthony “Baby Assassin” Villareal of California, USA met face to face during the press conference held at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino in Lahug, Cebu City Tuesday morning.

Casino Rewards Online Casinos Choose Player Experience Over Software Upgrade

LAS VEGAS, January 12 /PRNewswire/ -- A planned upgrade by game software provider Microgaming has been rejected by CasinoRewards.com in an effort to maintain the best user experience across its 19 online casino brands.

Anthropologie to open Friday at Eastview Mall in Victor

Shoppers will find unique items at the new Anthropologie store in Eastview Mall.

Eagle Point woman fares well at nationals

Glowing under coats of heavy bronzing lotions, Dani Craig flexed her biceps and posed in a flashy bikini as the judges facing her scribbled down notes and numbers.

€84,997 spent on Palace square inauguration

A total of €84,997 were spent on the inauguration of St George's Square (Palace Square) after its rehabilitation last month, Resources Minister George Pullicino said in Parliament.

Police appeal for help in tracing missing woman

Police are appealing for the public's help to trace a Prestwich woman.

Darchinyan eyes re-match with Donaire

Australia's world super flyweight boxing champion Vic Darchinyan returns to the ring in California on March 6, before a mooted re-match with Noninto Donaire.

OnlinePlayersAssociation.co.uk Announces Lucrative Partnership with Winner.com

LONDON----Prominent online casino portal OnlinePlayersAssociation.co.uk recently added a new web gaming resource to its list of recommended online casinos. Thanks to the new partnership, all OPA patrons can enjoy an exclusive $10 bonus at Winner.com, one of the Internet gaming industry's most popular casino destinations.

Ozzy Osbourne fans come out in droves for Ozzmosis

NICHOLS, N.Y. - Nearly four decades after the "Godfather of Heavy Metal," Ozzy Osbourne, released his first record with Black Sabbath, the English-born vocalist is still drawing massive numbers of fans to stages around the world for tribute performances.

Sticking point for township on casino sites is tax money

A vote by Franklin Township trustees against two potential casino sites and a close decision by neighborhood leaders on the Hilltop haven't hurt the West Side area's chances in Columbus City Hall.

Transport backs radio tag scheme

Transport groups yesterday asked the Supreme Court to affirm the validity of the radio frequency identification project of the Department of Transportation and Communications and the Land Transportation Office.

These Gals are Legally Blonde!

Check out these Hollywood beauties, who prefer to hide their blonde curls.

Locales could deal with casino, he bets

The possible alternative sites for a central Ohio casino sound feasible but not amusing.

What's happening in your county

AN ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP 3 to 4 p.m. and 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays at Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City . Call 609-494-2480.

Chocolate recipes star at A.C. trade show

Son Ngo and Charles Soreta, of Caesars Atlantic City, plate cocoa-crusted day boat scallops, for presentation to the judges during the second annual Chef Challenge at the Philadelphia Candy Gift and Gourmet trade show Monday at the Atlantic City Convention Center.

A warm hello for city's new merchants

Todd Winkel was impressed with the gifts he received from other Brandon businesses when he opened his office in the city. The gesture made him feel welcome. "It was a nice surprise and a nice greeting from other businesses," said Winkel, the owner of Heartland Funeral Home. He recently moved into offices on East Cedar Street and is building a space on West Holly Boulevard. The Brandon Valley ...

Chesapeake Energy to be sponsor for Caddo Council on Aging benefit

Liz Swaine, Caddo Council on Aging board president, made the announcement Monday at a press conference at Caddo Council on Aging offices, when Chesapeake officials Kevin McCotter and Paul Pratt presented the $10,000 check.

Movies: Past, present and future

The prospect that Sam Mendes will direct the new James Bond movie (provided that MGM and/or new owners can finance said movie) has the blogosphere buzzing.

Our View: Volunteer to help a foster kid

We've got a lot of kids in trouble. Big trouble. Life-threatening and future-clouding trouble.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-12 13:34 HEADLINE STOCKS-Some U.S. stocks to watch on Jan 12

NEW YORK, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Some U.S. stocks to watch on Tuesday: CHEVRON CORP, $79.69, down 1.5 pct The oil company warned late Monday that fourth-quarter results would be "sharply lower" than the previous quarter due to a further deterioration in refining margins.

Beneficial Holdings Inc. Announces Stock Dividend

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - January 12, 2010) - Beneficial Holdings, Inc. ( PINKSHEETS : BFHJ ), a casino investment and management holding company, today announced a six share stock dividend. Over the last several months, BFHJ's shares have been subjected to extreme volatility and fluctuation. This appears to be the result of sporadic trading and having an extremely small public float. To ...

Atlantic City casino revenues down 13 pct in '09

Atlantic City's casinos posted their worst financial returns since 1997.

AirTran launches service between Tampa, Gulfport-Biloxi

AirTran Airways has inaugurated service between Tampa International Airport and Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, Miss., with round-trip flights on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays on Boeing 717 jets.

12:29 (BST), 12/01/2010 CLUEDO Press Release PROVIDED BY GAMES PRESS 12 January 2009 – Kerching Mobile is now offering ...

12 January 2009 – Kerching Mobile is now offering you the chance to play detective with an exclusive new CLUEDO mobile slot game based on the classic mystery game.

N.J. bill relaxes some casino contractor regulations

TRENTON (AP) -- New Jersey lawmakers have passed a bill

Time to take action | By Vicky Hallett The Washington Post

When his wife announced it was time to get in shape with exercise videos, George Arfken could think of only one DVD that excited him: The 2006 James Bond flick Casino Royale. Watching the opening sequence, in which characters vault over fences, scale walls and leap from scaffolding, the 40-year-old self-described mild-mannered guy from Germantown, Md., found his dream fitness activity.

JOHNSON TARGETS BUMPER PAY-DAY

Howard Johnson is delighted to get his first runners of 2010 on the track thanks to Britain's first all-bumper card at Southwell tomorrow. The County Durham trainer has seen no racecourse action for several weeks, with jump racing stuck in the deep freeze since the meeting at Plumpton on January 3.

Forests NSW accused of breaching licence 50 times

THE State Government is investigating a logging operation overseen by its own authority, Forests NSW, that allegedly involved the destruction of native animal habitat and more than 50 breaches of its licence conditions.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-12 13:05 STOCKS NEWS US-MGM shares advance after Goldman upgrade

No more star power: call to stop casino high-rollers smoking

ANTI-SMOKING groups have called on the State Government to stand up to gambling lobbyists and ban smoking in Star City casino's seven high-roller rooms.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-12 13:16 STOCKS NEWS US-Goldman starts mortgage insurers at "neutral"

NJ bill relaxes some casino contractor regulations

TRENTON — New Jersey lawmakers have passed a bill that would allow state officials to get jobs working for casinos immediately after leaving office.

GOP Attempts To Silence Alabama Gubernatorial Whistle-Blowing Candidate

NON-PROFIT DEMANDS CRIMINAL AND CONGRESSIONAL INVESTIGATIONS INTO ALLEGATIONS AGAINST BOB RILEY

N.J. lawmakers vote to end waiting period for state officials to take casino jobs

AP Caesar's Atlantic City casinoTRENTON -- New Jersey lawmakers Monday passed a bill that would allow state officials to get jobs working for casinos immediately after leaving office. The bill passed in both the Assembly and Senate goes to Gov....

NJ casino slump

Atlantic City's casinos have posted their worst financial results since 1997. Gambling businesses won $3.9 billion in 2009, down 13.2 percent from the previous year, New Jersey's Casino Control Commission announced yesterday. Every casino had lower revenues, including a 22.9 percent drop at the Trump...

The name of the skill game is confusion

It's been more than two years since Ohio lawmakers tried to define and limit so-called skill games, but they've yet to hit the jackpot in classifying them as slot-machine clones.

Polaris Area Says Thanks, But No Thanks To Casino

A decision on an alternative site for a Columbus casino could be reached this week, but one of those locations wants its name off the list. Get the story from 10TV.com.

Dozens of Venezuelan stores shut

Caracas, Venezuela — Soldiers accompanied government inspectors as they temporarily shut down dozens of retail stores in Venezuela on Monday, aiming to prevent hefty price hikes after the country devalued its currency.

Spin3 Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary at IGE 2010

LONDON--(Marketwire - January 12, 2010) - Leading full service mobile gaming solutions provider Spin3 , powered by Microgaming , the world's largest online gaming software provider, will celebrate its 5th anniversary at the International Gaming Exhibition this month. Since its establishment in 2005, Spin3 has grown to boast a full service portfolio that includes 18 JAVA and nine web application ...

Design Review Board approves R & R patio

The Great Falls Design Review Board approved Monday a patio addition for the R & R Casino at 3801 10th Ave. S.

Lee opens 2010 with first 300

You can bet the next time Donnie Zuhoski offers Brian Lee a bowling ball, Lee will take it.

Falls to fund 6 Hard Rock Cafe concerts

NIAGARA FALLS -- The city will spend $180,000 in casino revenue on six concerts run by the Hard Rock Cafe this year and will likely commit more money later this month for events run by other groups.

Foxwoods Uncertain if it Will Seek Deadline Extension

The attorney representing the Foxwoods casino says investors may not need to ask the state gaming board for an extension beyond the current May 2011 deadline for ribbon-cutting.

Medical school aid defended

SCRANTON – State Senate Minority Leader Bob Mellow defended his ability to “exercise some leadership in Harrisburg” by inserting language into the table games bill to funnel hundreds of thousands of dollars of gaming taxes annually to The Commonwealth Medical College.

Woman sues Indiana casino on racial bias claim

An Indianapolis woman has filed a federal lawsuit claiming she was unfairly accused of stealing $100 from a Shelbyville casino.

Saving money not bad thing

I don't get the massive salaries and the incomprehensible waste by NFL owners when hiring coaches. In a time of great recession and unfathomable hardship for a whole class of people in the United States, I feel a twinge of jealousy (Why didn't I get into a profession that paid more?) and a degree of outrage that is hard to explain at the cash being thrown at these coaches. NFL owners live in a ...

MOVING AT THE PACE OF AN AVALANCHE

MONTREAL -- Le Massif's setting is breathtaking: a commanding vista high above the broad St. Lawrence River, the mountain nestled in the pristine beauty of the Charlevoix region about an hour's drive northeast of Quebec City.

Lions Clubs to have rally

A midwinter rally of Kansas Lions Clubs will be Friday through Sunday at the Ramada Hotel and Convention Center, 1616 W. Crawford.

Hotel and Casino Industry Execs Launch Apertor Hospitality Asset Management and Advisory Firm

HENDERSON, Nev.----A formidable group of hotel and casino industry executives led by company Founder and Principal Robert M. La Forgia today announced the formal launch of Apertor Hospitality, LLC, an asset management and advisory firm serving the hospitality and gaming industries with an unparalleled team of industry professionals based throughout the United States.

Venezuela closes 70 shops over price increases

Caracas - Venezuelan authorities forced 70 shops to temporarily close for allegedly marking up prices in the wake of a dramatic devaluation of the national currency, the bolivar. The stores affected included several branches of the supermarket chain ...

Bridewater State College produces two rising stars on the Boston comedy scene

Local stand-up comics Gary Petersen and Jason Marcus prove there might be something funny in the water at Bridgewater State College.

Local Casinos Working To Keep An Edge Over Pa. Gaming

Now that Pennsylvania has approved table games, local casinos are working on keeping an edge on the gaming industry.

U.S. Stocks Fall, Snap Six-Day Rally, on Alcoa, China Reserves

Jan. 12 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. stocks fell, with the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index retreating for the first time this year, after Alcoa Inc.’s earnings trailed estimates and China moved to cool economic growth.

Euro Partners Adds Scratch Games to Its Growing Range of Online Gaming Verticals

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - 01/12/10) - JackpotScratch.com offers players the finest in online scratch card game play. With its cutting-edge software and secure online environment, this exciting new brand is sure to be a great success. This new platform delivers the very best in online scratch card games. Players can win up to $100,000 when they uncover the matching symbols on scratch ...

Pilita, Raki Vega, Dulce praise Dodong

VISAYAN divas Pilita Corrales, Dulce and Raki Vega praised educator Jose Gullas for honoring Cebuano music composers whose works were not given enough recognition. read more

Tuesday January 12, 2010 - 11:46 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- bet365 Casino 's unbeatable range of Slot Games continues to grow, with the latest additions being a series of exciting Slots based on popular Marvel characters.

Venezuela raids stores in devaluation, bank upgrades

CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuelan authorities backed by soldiers temporarily closed dozens of retail outlets for price gouging after a currency devaluation that triggered a frenzy of shopping but met with market approval.

Man charged on teen sex assault

AN 18-YEAR-OLD South Lismore woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in bushland near Shelly Beach, East Ballina, shortly after midnight on Monday.

Nevada casino winnings up; first time in 23 months

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 7:25 a.m. LAS VEGAS — After 22 straight months of year-over-year declines, Nevada gambling regulators say casinos won almost $873.2 million from gamblers in November.

Vegas Gaming Posts First Gain in Two Years

Nevada and the Las Vegas Strip see their first gain in casino revenue in nearly two years in November.

Lucky Break

A woman's 2010 is off to a better start because of a Banning woman's honesty.

Opinion: Sinking Feeling From Atlantis Work

I'm always interested in how ad people become film directors. But you tend to hear about the reverse scenario far less often. So, when I received a press release promoting film director Brett Ratner's ad work for Atlantis, the Paradise Island resort, it got my attention.

St. Charles council presses luck in Vegas

During the worst economic recession since the Great Depression, the city of St. Charles spent $32,247 to send nine representatives to Las Vegas for the world's largest annual retail real estate convention in May.

Wall Street lower after subpar start to earnings season

Stocks fell on Tuesday, dragged lower by Alcoa Inc's worse-than-expected results and a warning from Chevron Corp that its fourth-quarter earnings will drop.

EANS-News: Century Casinos präsentiert auf der Twelfth Annual ICR XChange Conference in Dana Point

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Wall St lower after subpar start to earnings season

U.S. stocks fell on Tuesday, dragged lower by Alcoa Inc's worse-than-expected results and a warning from Chevron Corp that its fourth-quarter earnings will drop.

US STOCKS-Wall St lower after subpar start to earnings season

* Alcoa shares slide after results miss forecast * Chevron warns on Q4 profit * KB Home shares slip after revenue drops * Indexes fall.

Tuesday January 12, 2010 - 11:17 EST

HARRIS, Mich. -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Sweetgrass Golf Club at the Island Resort & Casino was honored by Golfweek as a "Best Casino Course in America," the latest honor from influential industry publications for the acclaimed Paul Albanese design.

Lote Tuqiri making the most of his time with Leicester Tigers

Leicester's Fiji-born wing is beginning to feel at home – but he may not be staying too long Given the conditions, the first question is obvious. A blizzard had just swept across the Midlands and weekend games were already beginning to be cancelled, so why, if he does not need the money, is Lote Tuqiri training in the snows of Oadby and playing for Leicester when he could be at home in Sydney ...

Former Atlantic City dealer brought back from Ghana to face robbery charges

It's a different kind of homecoming for Edmund Osei. The former Atlantic City casino poker dealer was brought back from Ghana to face charges in connection with armed robberies at six casinos and a bank.

Century Casinos to Present at the Twelfth Annual ICR XChange Conference in Dana Point, California

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, January 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNTY; and Vienna Stock Exchange) announced today that the company will be presenting at the Twelfth Annual ICR XChange Conference on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California.

Recycling on the way in Richmond

RICHMOND Valley residents are about to get a regular recycling service.

Casino Night: at the Chamber

It was an evening of gambling, food and fun at the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce’s social event, a Casino Night, Monday evening.

Call It A Comeback: Gaming Win Rebounds

After 23 months, Nevadas biggest industry may have finally begun to rebound from the recession.

Community briefs - Jan. 12

Around the community

Casino money didn't reduce taxes

Gov. Rendell pushed and pushed to get casinos opened. To gain our support, he said our property taxes would drop or be eliminated with the casino revenue.

Four guilty of casino gun attack

Four men are found guilty of shooting a businessman in the head as he walked out of a casino in Edinburgh.

Boyd CEO elected new chairman of gaming association

ATLANTIC CITY - Keith Smith, president and chief executive officer of Boyd Gaming Corp., parent company of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, has been elected as the new chairman of the American Gaming Association.

Woman sues casino on claim of racial bias

INDIANAPOLIS -- A woman has filed a federal lawsuit claiming she was unfairly accused of stealing $100 from a Shelbyville casino.

Hartford, QLogic, Salesforce.com, Supervalu: U.S. Equity Movers

Jan. 12 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of the following companies are having unusual moves in U.S. trading . Stock symbols are in parentheses, and prices are as of 10 a.m. in New York.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-12 15:17 HEADLINE STOCKS-Some U.S. stocks on the move on Jan 12

NEW YORK, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Some U.S. stocks on the move on Tuesday: CHEVRON CORP, $80.02, down 1 pct The oil company warned late Monday that fourth-quarter results would be "sharply lower" than the previous quarter due to a further deterioration in refining margins.

Property developer jailed for hatching Maybury casino shooting plot

A PROPERTY developer who hatched a plot to murder a city businessman was behind bars today.

Manchester Boxer Arrested

Undefeated NABF featherweight champion Matt Remillard of Manchester was arrested by state police Jan. 5 and charged with assault in the second degree, breach of peace/threatening and criminal mischief.

Snake Eyes: Animal Planet's Donald Schultz Rolls the Dice in 10-Day Vegas Event With 100 Deadly Snakes

Animal adventurer and venom expert Donald Schultz has traveled worldwide to collect venom and DNA from rare animals for his television series WILD RECON . Â Each week, Donald gets his hands on some of the deadliest animals on the planet: black mambas in South Africa, sea snakes in Australia, and even rampaging elephants in Sri Lanka. Â But in January, he will face his toughest challenge yet: to ...

Suspect arrested in 3 Reno casino heists

Associated Press - January 12, 2010 2:44 PM ET RENO, Nev. (AP) - Reno police have arrested a 48-year-old suspect in three casino robberies over the last three days.

A New Year for Group 770

LONDON----Online gambling is currently experiencing unprecedented success. To cope with the increasing competition that has developed over the years, in 2009 Group 770 decided to extend its portfolio to new gaming media such as bingo and sports betting.

Venezuela raids price gougers after devaluation

Venezuelan authorities backed by soldiers temporarily closed dozens of retail outlets for price gouging after a currency devaluation that triggered a frenzy of shopping but met market approval.

KTVN Channel 2 - Reno Tahoe News Weather, Video - Suspect arrested in 3 Reno casino heists

RENO, Nev. (AP) - Reno police have arrested a 48-year-old suspect in three casino robberies over the last three days. Police say John Leonard Amaral of Reno was arrested downtown on Monday several blocks from the Silver Legacy Casino shortly after it was robbed at about 5:40 p.m.

Tuesday January 12, 2010 - 14:47 EST

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Despite the nationwide freeze, the Sky Poker Tour second leg in Newcastle received a great turnout with David 'Daveyzz' Marley winning the first prize of £4000 and a seat into the Sky Poker Tour Grand Final at the Dusk Till Dawn cardroom in Nottingham in September.

Swimmers up; take your mark ...

The school district last week held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new aquatics center at Foothill High. The new compound will include a 50-meter pool, deck, shade structure, seating, lighting, heaters and mechanical pumps. It will replace the old...

Wall St winning streak ends

US stocks were down, hating a six-day streak of gains, after weaker-than-expected results from Alcoa and on concerns banks could face fees from the government to recoup losses tied to bailouts.

Vegas Casinos Revenue Up 8.3%, First Gain in 2 Years (Update1)

Las Vegas Strip gambling revenue rose 8.3 percent in November, the first increase in almost two years for the largest U.S. casino market.

Edner Cherry, Lenroy Thomas, & Joseph Elegele Back In Action On Feb 19

TKO Boxing Promotions will bring its nationally acclaimed “HOMETOWN HEROES TO WORLD CHAMPIONS” boxing series to the beautiful Gulf Coast city of Tampa, Florida on Friday, February 19th at the Ala Carte Event Pavilion.

US stocks fall on earnings, bank jitters

A six-day streak of gains comes to a halt after weaker-than-expected results from Alcoa and on concerns banks could face fees from the government.

Casino visit was craps for Japanese businessman

NEIL BOWEN The Observer A visiting Japanese businessman who was drunk when he drove into a parked vehicle at the Point Edward Charity Casino was fined $1,000 in Sarnia court. Massasumi Tamitani, 57, pleaded guilty Monday to driving with a blood-alcohol level exceeding the legal limit last Nov.[...]

Tuesday January 12, 2010 - 14:32 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- For the first time in 23 months, Nevada gaming revenues increased with casinos statewide collecting $873.2 million in November, a 4.35 percent climb compared to the same month a year ago.

Fact Finder: Cross Deputization Plan

The Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office is considering a cross deputization plan with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Details in tonight's Fact FInder Report.

Nevada casino winnings up for first time in 23 months

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada gambling revenue in November rose for the first time in nearly two years, as casinos won nearly $873.2 million from bettors, state regulators said Tuesday.

PERSPECTIVE: Ohio AG tries to smooth lobbyist rift

In government, lobbyists are easy targets. They have a reputation for influence that is often deserved, particularly in term-limited Legislatures like Ohio's. Some make piles of money. Many are generous campaign contributors. And a rare few _ take Washington'... Lobbying - Washington DC - Term limit - Ohio - Health

Pittsburgh Mayor Frustrated With Recent Firefighter Arrests

Pittsburgh's mayor told Channel 4 Action News he's frustrated with a string of recent arrests of city firefighters.

Cordray Unloads On Lobbyists - 1/12/2010

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - In government, lobbyists are easy targets. They have a reputation for influence that is often deserved, particularly in term-limited Legislatures like Ohio's. Some make piles of money. Many are generous campaign contributors.

Police search for robbers of Hard Rock winner in New Tampa

TAMPA Police are searching for three suspects in a New Tampa armed robbery.

Consultant says two more gambling venues work best for Delaware

A consultant hired by the state reported Jan. 5 that Delaware could reap millions in additional tax revenues if the General Assembly permits the establishment of two new casinos in Sussex and New Castle counties.

Dr. Dog Readies New Album, Confirms 2010 Dates

Dr. Dog will release its next studio album on April 6 via Anti- Records debut. The band switched things up with Shame, Shame by working in a professional studio and with an outside producer (Rob Schnapf).

Wall Street lower on earnings and bank jitters

Judge turns aside new bidder for Greektown Casino

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Walter Shapero denied a request by a bidder for Greektown Casino today and declared that the casino's confirmation hearing would proceed this afternoon.

Richmond officials extend casino proposal deadline

The Richmond city council is buying more time for a proposed Vegas-style casino that could bring new jobs and revenue.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-12 18:20 HEADLINE STOCKS-Some U.S. stocks on the move on Jan 12

NEW YORK, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Some U.S. stocks on the move on Tuesday: CHEVRON CORP, $80.15, down 0.9 pct The oil company warned late Monday that fourth-quarter results would be "sharply lower" than the previous quarter due to a further deterioration in refining margins.

Reno police: Suspect does third Reno casino robbery, gets arrested on Monday

A man suspected of robbing two downtown Reno casinos was arrested Monday after he allegedly robbed a casino again.

Clubs news around Cape Coral

The Sportsman's Club will have a "Luncheon Card Party" from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday at 1401 S.E. 47th Street. The event is open to the public for $5.

Las Vegas casinos winnings up for first time in 23 months

AP Photo/Isaac BrekkenA 20089 photo of gamblers playing poker at the Rio hotel and casino in Las Vegas.LAS VEGAS -- After 22 straight months of year-over-year declines, Nevada gambling regulators say casinos won almost $873.2 million from gamblers in November....

Democracy Kills: What's So Good About Having The Vote?

Humphrey Hawksley is not another Friedrich Engels. Yet the BBC correspondent's latest book certainly has the potential to be something comparable to The Condition Of The Working Class in England in 1844, albeit different in the scope and scale of its subject matter.

Martin, Murdoch headline Casino Rama Curling Skins Game

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

Larrupin': Casino fare beats odds

From zero to over eight hundred in just a few days.

U.S. casinos court Kalt's Italian expertise

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Stephen Kalt has become a "go-to" chef to create Italian and Mediterranean restaurants at U.S. casinos.

Police search for suspects in New Tampa armed robbery

TAMPA Police are searching for three suspects in a New Tampa armed robbery Saturday.

I-500 course update given

Racers and spectators interested in the Red Lake I-500 should take note of the latest course information for the event, which runs from Friday, Jan. 15 through 17.

Wall St lower on earnings, bank jitters

U.S. stocks fell on Tuesday, halting a six-day streak of gains, after weaker-than-expected results from Alcoa Inc and on concerns banks could face fees from the government to recoup losses tied to bailouts.

News archive for 2010-01-12

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Medical College to Benefit from Table Games