Article Archives for 2010-01-20

UP-AND-COMING Mixed Martial Arts star Cobba Mooney has vowed to come back bigger and better after being defeated at Brace For War 3 at Townsville's Jupiter's Casino on January 16. The 18-yea

Gov. Riley gives detail of gambling resignation

The gambling winnings that prompted the resignation of director of the Governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling occurred at a Choctaw Indian casino in Philadelphia, Miss.

Reno police warn counterfeit bills: Honest Abe on $100 bills instead of Ben

Reno police are warning local merchants of a recent string of customers paying with counterfeit bills.

Casino Amendment Introduced In Columbus

A pair of identical bills were introduced today in both the Ohio House and Senate -- that if approved -- would be tacked-onto a proposal for the May primary.

La. casino revenue down 15.8 percent in December

Louisiana's state-licensed casinos continued to slump in December, as winnings from gamblers slid 15.8 percent from December 2008 _ a product of the recession and increased competition for wagering dollars.

Bika-Green Feb. 5

IBF #4, WBC #6 Sakio “The Scorpion” Bika (28-3-2, 19 KOs) will clash with Allan “Ghost Dog” Green (29-1, 20 KOs) at Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez, California on February 5. Bika, 30 years, had only one bout in 2009 when he stopped Nestor Fabian Casanova in round one.

Lawmakers question some proposals offered in speech

Lincoln County and area lawmakers offered mixed reviews on Gov. Haley Barbour's State of the State address Monday.

Car, Unknown Man Linked To Killing

Clues to solving the death of a Hooters Hotel and Casino employee hinge on an unknown person and a white car caught on surveillance cameras at the hotel.

Tuesday January 19, 2010 - 17:17 EST

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey -- Reports that New Jersey would make an effort to legalize online gambling have received a mixed reaction, according to The Press of Atlantic City.

Orlando duo accused of following casino players, then robbing them

Two Orlando men were arrested after authorities said they robbed three men they followed after leaving Tampa's Seminole Hard Rock Casino on separate occasions this month.Edgardo Rivera was charged with robbery and Christopher Neff was charged with robbery and felon in possession of a firearm. Both are being held at a Hillsborough County jail. Rivera has no bail set, and Neff's bail is set at ...

California management deal for Station Casinos to end in June

Station Casinos Inc. of Las Vegas will no longer manage the Thunder Valley casino near Sacramento after Station’s management agreement expires in June. Station spokeswoman Lori Nelson today said the United Auburn Indian Community’s decision to manage its property on its own was not unexpected.

Louisiana casinos won $192 million from gamblers in December

Louisiana casinos won $192 million from gamblers in December, up 7.5 percent from the $179 million brought in in November, State Police reported Tuesday. Despite the month-over-month increase, last month's haul was still 13.7 percent lower than the $222...

Heart disease survivor speaks out

Tuesday January 19, 2010 - 16:47 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Betfair are pleased to announce the launch of their new download casino. The new download casino platform is powered by Playtech bringing the power of the Playtech games and their array of progressive jackpots to Betfair Casino for the first time.

Hear David Byrne's Song With Santigold and Fatboy Slim: "Please Don't"

Last month, we gave you the skinny on Here Lies Love , the forthcoming box set from unlikely buddies David Byrne and Fatboy Slim . The set, an extended concept album about former Philippines First Lady Imelda Marcos, is due February 23 from Todomundo/ Nonesuch , and it'll feature an insane number of guests: My Brightest Diamond, Cyndi Lauper, Steve Earle, Sharon Jones, tons more. On Byrne's ...

Chartwell Games (International) Ltd. Appoints New CEO

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Jan. 19, 2010) - Chartwell Technology Inc. (TSX:CWH) ("Chartwell" or the "Company"), a leading provider of gaming software systems and entertainment content to the online and remote gaming industry is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Daniel Phillips as Chief Executive Officer of Chartwell Games (International) Ltd., its wholly owned subsidiary.

Tuesday January 19, 2010 - 16:31 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Winning an online poker multi-table tournament is difficult enough in itself, but taking first prize in two huge events within a very short period of time is quite a remarkable achievement.

Surfing (the Web) in search of a great winter escape

This recent run of mild weather is a cruel tease. Before you can say "shovel," we'll be in the throes of another blast of Arctic air and piles of wet, heavy snow. Now is the time to plan a getaway -- or at least think about planning one. We surfed several popular travel sites in search of airline/hotel packages that can have you thinking warm thoughts this winter.

Ringo's All-Starr band returns to Niagara

NIAGARA FALLS — The Beatle is coming back. Two years after his last visit, legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr will return to Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort on June 24 and 25. And just like last time, he'll use the occasion to kick off the North American tour for his All-Starr Band.[...]

Gov. gives details on Barber resignation

Gov. Bob Riley disclosed some details Tuesday about last week's resignation of David Barber.

Alabama Gov. Bob Riley reveals details of David Barber's resignation

Ex-Jefferson County DA had headed anti-gambling task force

Tuesday January 19, 2010 - 16:16 EST

DUBLIN, Ireland -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Full Tilt Poker – the world's leading online poker site – is set to revolutionize the online poker industry with the arrival of a ground-breaking new poker format: Rush Poker.

Man driving ATV charged with DUI

PLAINS TWP. - A man riding an ATV was arrested by police on evidence of drunken driving.

Painful

losses in fire by DARYL BELL darylbell@ddtonline.com

'Come Sail Away' with Styx at Wild Horse Pass

Classic American rock band Styx - best known for 1970s hit songs "Lady," "Come Sail Away" and "Babe" - is still goin' strong. Four more of their biggest songs are on the video game Rock Band 2, and the group has their own blend of Styx coffee available through online bean purveyor Coffee Fool. The band gives a concert this week in the Valley.

Shearwater Release New Song, Schedule North American Tour

MP3:> Shearwater: "Black Eyes" Here's "Black Eyes", another taste of the new Shearwater album, The Golden Archipelago , out February 23 in North America (and February 15 internationally), via Matador . The Matablog offers some background information on the song: "Every track on The Golden Archipelago is associated with an island somewhere around the world, in this case the buried South Pacific ...

Columbus Casino Locale Up To Voters

Last November, Ohioans finally approved their 5th gambling ballot issue in 2 decades. But voters may see still ANOTHER gambling proposal on the ballot in MAY. But it involves only the Columbus casino, which leaves a question --- why should voters in OTHER parts of the state care?

Columbus Targeted As First City To Open Ohio Casino - 1/19/2010

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A company bringing casinos to Ohio says it wants the first one to open in Columbus.

Play LA Inc. Doubles it's Presence in the UK and European Poker Markets with Acquisition of www ...

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands----Play LA Inc. , announces its acquisition of poker news website www.pokernewsheadlines.com.

Alabama gaming becomes concern for Mississippi casinos

A lobbyist for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians organized a luncheon last Friday to discuss a cooperative advertising campaign in light of increasing gaming activity in Alabama.

Meltdown costs Howard shot at Skins Game title

Randy Ferbey, left, and Victoria Harbour’s Wayne Middaugh discuss strategy during the Casino Rama Curling Skins Game on the weekend. Ferbey and his Edmonton rink were shut out in Sunday’s final, while Scotland’s David Murdoch led his team to the championship and $70,500 in total winnings.

Two Behind Bars Suspected Of Robbing Three Casinos, Considered Dangerous

The King County sheriff's office says deputies arrested two men believed to be responsible for robbing three casinos, a bank and check-cashing store since October from SeaTac to Shoreline. The King County sheriff's office says deputies arrested two men believed to be responsible for robbing three casinos, a bank and check-cashing store since October from SeaTac to Shoreline.

Lifetime healthcare perk scrutinized in Legislature

Free lifetime health insurance for retired legislators with as little as six years in office may be on the way out.

Sewer deal shows tribe is winner

A sewer-fee settlement agreement between the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians and the Tuolumne City Sanitary District has been released to the public. The agreement gives the tribe more input on board activities, relieves it of a $2.9 million bill the district once said was due, allows the tribe to put sewer capacity for a yet-to-be-built subdivision toward its Black Oak Casino operations, and ...

Associated Press Tuesday Ohio Headlines - 1/19/2010

CLEVELAND (AP) - Jury selection has begun for an Ohio doctor charged in the 2005 cyanide poisoning death of his wife.

Ameristar Casinos, Inc. and The Craig H. Neilsen Foundation Gifts to Benefit Injured Earthquake Victims

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - January 19, 2010) - Ameristar Casinos, Inc. ( NASDAQ : ASCA ) and The Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, today announced contributions totaling $50,000 to aid victims of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The donations are being made to the University of Miami's Global Institute's relief efforts in Haiti. The Global Institute aims to mobilize global collaborations in the ...

Taxi rape case police disciplined

Five Met Police officers are disciplined over failings in an inquiry into sex assault claims against a taxi driver.

Ringo coming to American Music Theatre

Ringo — yes, that Ringo — is coming to Lancaster County.And he's bringing his newly reconfigured All Starr Band.Ringo Starr, the singer-songwriter and onetime drummer for The Beatles, is booked to play American Music Theatre on Lincoln Highway East on July 8. Tickets are not yet avai...

Daniels urges optimism in Indiana State of State address

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Gov. Mitch Daniels urged lawmakers during his State of the State speech to end the practice of schools promoting third graders to the fourth grade even if they cannot read well.

We’ve got the cure

Make Vegas the medical Mecca. Bring on the anesthesia on demand and antibiotic cocktails.

Frugal farmer leaves $2M to his tiny Pa. church

BLAIRSVILLE, Pa. – It's like a gift from God. A tiny church in western Pennsylvania inherited more than $2 million from a farmer who lived in a mobile home.

Alleged burglar showers, cuts hair, fries chicken

EASTON, Pa. – An eastern Pennsylvania man was charged after he allegedly broke into a home, cut his hair and prepared fried chicken before being discovered.

OSK Research ups Genting target price to RM8.15

KUALA LUMPUR: OSK Investment Research has raised Genting's target price to RM8.15 from RM7.55 in tandem with its initiation of coverage on Genting Singapore.

Barry Manilow - Manilow Thrills Fans With Shopping Channel Las Vegas Special

BARRY MANILOW has recorded a Valentine's Day treat for fans - an album full of love songs.The Copacabana singer has revamped standards like The Look of Love and Love is...

It’s Better in the Bahamas

8:00 PM Ship’s Time I had been planning that my next blog post would be more of a travelogue than about too many things baseballic, but then I got a phone call from The Fan’s Zack Cooper while I was wandering around the casino at the incredible Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in [...]

Taxing Wall Street Down to Size

Taxing big bank liabilities will cause there to be less of them, which is a step in the right direction.

Golf Fest Vegas Moving Outdoors to Angel Park

Golf Fest Vegas is moving outdoors to Angel Park Golf Club, February 19-21, 2010. Â Golfers will have the chance to hit balls on the driving range as they get a chance to see and experience everything new in golf. Â The three-day golf extravaganza will feature incredible deals from top golf companies, plus great values on clothing, golf resorts, golf tee times, emerging golf company products and ...

Wizards' stadium receives full approval

Kansas City Wizards ownership group OnGoal, LLC announced Tuesday that approval has been granted for a state-of-the-art soccer-centric stadium for the Wizards and a nearby youth-soccer complex.

Creating a host of opportunities

What initiatives and projects could the Integrated Resorts adopt that would not just ring in revenue and profits but also create positive spin-offs for local businesses and consumers?

TKO inks Mendez!

Amateur welterweight star Eric Mendez has signed an exclusive promotional contract with TKO Boxing Promotions, it was announced today.

Wappos leader says tribe has no plans for casino

By STEVE HART THE PRESS DEMOCRAT The Mishewal Wappo Indians of Alexander Valley — who are suing the U.S. government to restore their tribal status — have no plans for a casino, according to their leader. “We are trying to get back what was taken from us,” said Scott Gabaldon, chair of the Wappos’ tribal council.

#Stocks to watch:* Tenaga, Public Bank, Genting, Dayang

KUALA LUMPUR: Key Asian markets should get off on a firm footing on Wednesday, Jan 20 as investors heaved a sigh of relief over the strong overnight close on Wall Street following the better results from International Business Machines Corp.

Beshear pushes slots as way to balance Kentucky budget

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Gov. Steve Beshear urged lawmakers on Tuesday to legalize slot machines at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers.

Missing Woman is Focus of Murder Investigation

A missing woman's case has turned into a murder investigation and police are asking for help.

Beshear pushing slots as way to balance budget

Gov. Steve Beshear is urging lawmakers to legalize slots at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers.

Clearwater man among three followed home from casino, then robbed

Musical version of Fellini's 8½ is ½ too much

What The Simpsons' Oh, Streetcar! did to Tennessee Williams ("You're a dame, and I'm a fella" / "Stanley, stop or I'll tell Stella!"), Maury Yeston 's musical travesty Nine does to Federico Fellini —only you'd never catch Moe the bartender cavorting like poor never-say-die Kate Hudson through a go-go number that rhymes "prism" with "Italian neo-realism."

Beshear Pushing Slots Again To Balance Budget

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Gov. Steve Beshear is urging lawmakers to legalize slots at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers. Beshear called on lawmakers Tuesday to approve gambling legislation that he said could generate $780 million for state government over two years. The proposal has proven divisive in the past in ...

Market report / Gas, oil stocks soar on feeble market

Tel Aviv stocks ended mixed with a negative bias yesterday, clawing back some ground at the end of a session that had been marked by intense selectivity. Africa Israel stock gained about 10% on news that a debt arrangement had finally been ironed out with its bondholders.

Shelves stacked against stores

VENEZUELANS yesterday occupied supermarkets owned by France's Casino Group, days after president Hugo Chavez ordered the chain's nationalisation on charges of unfair

Singapore park slated to open next week

SINGAPORE, Jan 20 — Southeast Asia’s first big-name theme park — Universal Studios Singapore — at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) looks set to open its doors next week, just a week after the resort welcomes visitors to its hotels and shops today. Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay, chairman of Genting Group, which owns the S$6.59 billion (RM15.8 billion) resort, said yesterday: “By the end of next week, Universal ...

Chris Christie arrives at N.J. governor inauguration gala in Newark

TLC's 'Cake Boss' television show presents Christie with cake the size of a twin bed

Hollywood's '80s Time Machine

At a recent packed showing of Sherlock Holmes in Kips Bay, there was one preview that managed to wake up the winter-deadened audience: It started with some tittering, which led to some guilty giggling, which then proceeded into full-on hilarity. By the time the name of the film was announced (with arch aplomb by Apatow regular Craig Robinson), it was greeted by spontaneous applause: Hot Tub Time ...

N.J. Gov. Christie hosts inaugural reception at Prudential Center

As the New Jersey governor's inauguration gala got under way in Newark, Chris Christie and family arrived at the Prudential Center and were promptly greeted by a camera crew from the 'Cake Boss' television show.

Alpine Meadows Take To The Lake Event

DJ sets, poker tournaments, parties, and an open slopestyle contest with a $20k purse. Wheeew!

The Electronic Bingo Issue goes before the House Committee

Tomorrow house bill 154 goes before a house committee for a hearing in Montgomery and country crossing employees and supporters plan on showing up to rally support.

Ala. Gov. Riley gives detail of gambling resignation

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The gambling winnings that prompted the resignation of director of the Governor’s Task Force on Illegal Gambling occurred at a Choctaw Indian casino in Philadelphia, Miss.

/ CORRECTION - Gaming Industry Observer Begins 15th Year With Forecast for Revenue Growth in Mid-Atlantic Region

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ--(Marketwire - 01/19/10) - In the news release, "Gaming Industry Observer Begins 15th Year With Forecast for Revenue Growth in Mid-Atlantic Region," issued earlier today by Gaming Industry Observer, we are advised by the company that the percentages listed in the first two paragraphs have changed. Complete corrected text follows. Gaming Industry Observer Begins 15th Year With ...

KHAN COULD MAKE APRIL US DEBUT

Amir Khan could make his American debut in April after the World Boxing Association announced a "tentative agreement" for him to defend his light-welterweight title against mandatory challenger Marcos Maidana.

Genting raises the stakes with Iskandar project

JOHOR BARU, Jan 20 — As it prepares to launch Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) sans its casino and theme park today, Genting Group is already looking to build another resort, a huge mall and an even “more interactive theme park” just across the Causeway in Iskandar Malaysia. “We want visitors to Sentosa to come to our Malaysian resorts as well,” chief executive officer Lim Kok Thay told reporters in ...

3. Genting looking at investment opportunities in US

KUALA LUMPUR: Genting Bhd, which has invested in US-listed MGM Mirage Inc's bonds, is looking at a number of investment opportunities in the United States, according to chairman Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay.

Daley Still Proud Of Closing Meigs Field

Some critics of Mayor Richard M. Daley still claim he plans to put a casino on the site of the old Meigs Field, seven years after Daley had the lone runway of the lakefront airport razed with giant X's. So, CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery asked him about it during a candid conversation while riding in the mayor's Lincoln Town Car.

Slash coming to Canadian Music Week

Former Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash is this year’s celebrity interview at Canadian Music Week. It will take place March 11 at 4 p.m. at Toronto’s Fairmont Royal York Hotel.

The Night Note: Medicinal Pot in DC

The Night Note is your one-stop shop for the evening's best headlines. Read it. Use it. Love it.

Man Shoots Out SUV: California Man Escapes Sinking Vehicle

What's Your Reaction? ROSEVILLE, Calif. — A driver whose SUV plunged into a Northern California creek after he was startled by his hands-free cell phone device escaped the sinking vehicle by blasting out the window with a handgun.

Mississippi editorial roundup

Gov. Haley Barbour offers his annual State of the State address to the Legislature tonight, and it is not so easy a message to deliver.

UPDATE: Boys killed in Saturday night crash were Kibler Elementary students

Two Enumclaw brothers died following a Saturday night automobile accident in Tacoma.

Tom Glavine Hosts Transplant Benefit

Ex-Atlanta Brave Tom Glavine is hosting a benefit for the Georgia Transplant Foundation.

Red Lake Band opening new casino

Grand opening events take place Thursday through Saturday.

Singapore's first casino-resort partially opens

(AP:SINGAPORE) Singapore's first casino-resort partially opened Wednesday, a key part of a government plan to reduce reliance on manufacturing and brand the tightly controlled city-state as a cosmopolitan Asian capital.

Area casinos end year with slight increase in revenue

Even gamblers thought it was a bad bet to get out during the holiday blizzard, making December a down month for the area’s casino market. The 7.4 percent drop in revenue, compared with December 2008, followed a 3.1 percent drop in November. That nearly wiped out all the year-over-year gains the boats had made in the first 10 months of 2009.

Freeze X Fest to go on, no matter the weather

Your guide to the best films of 2010

As one decade ends and another begins, Hollywood continues to deliver some quality entertainment for our viewing pleasure.

When She Died, They Rang a Bell

The bishop came to the Barona Indian Reservation when Roxann Argazzi was nine or 10 years old. She and the other children arrived at the reservation's pint-sized Catholic church to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. It was a big event. The bishop only visited every few years.

Proposed casino splits people in Boone County, Ark.

A businessman from Texas thinks a casino would lure visitors and their money to northwest Arkansas, and six other places in the state.

Taco Bell founder remembered

Glen Bell, founder of the Taco Bell fast-food chain and a man who once had big plans for a Tuolumne theme park, died Sunday at his Rancho Santa Fe home in Southern California. He was 86. Bell is remembered by locals who knew him during his work on the park in the 1970s as a man who loved trains and the history of the West, but, most of all, wanted to make people happy.

RWS opens 4 hotels

AT THE auspicious 8.18am on Wednesday, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) opened the doors of its four hotels to the public. They are the Crockford Tower, Festive Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Hotel Michael.

Get out there

The “Crime of the Century” is happening in Halifax on Wednesday, Jan. 27. It is just one of many events taking place over the next few months in Nova Scotia. Crime of the Century is actually the title of Supertramp’s third album. Classic Albums Live , a group of musicians who play note for note, cut for cut renditions of legendary albums will be playing it at Casino Nova Scotia. Tickets are $30 ...

Tribe changes mind

Mescalero Tribal Council rescinds 2008 resolution supporting tax parity for non-Indian 'racinos' Decision regarding Ruidoso Downs preceded another parity effort in the Legislature, which convened Tuesday A resolution adopted in October 2008 supporting legislation to adjust the taxes applied to race track casinos in New Mexico, specifically tailored for Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino ...

Area senators split on tax parity legislation

The two New Mexico state senators who represent parts of Lincoln County take differing stands on legislation that would lower the state's gaming tax on racetracks and casinos with smaller revenues, like Ruidoso Downs.

Casino Take Up From Last Month But Down Sharply From Last Year

Total comes from all riverboat, land and racetrack betting outlets.

KC Wizards Get Approval For New Stadium

Kansas City Wizards ownership group OnGoal, LLC announced Tuesday that approval has been granted for a state-of-the-art soccer-centric stadium for the Wizards and a nearby youth-soccer complex.

Kinston Looks At Regulating Casino Games At Internet Cafes

Internet cafes allow people to pay to surf the internet and check e-mail, but there are some cafes that allow people to play casino games online. But, is it gambling?

NASA to Hold Briefing on Advanced Mission to Study Our Sun

Outsourcing Desktop Initiative for NASA (ODIN) Contract Extended

NOAA SEC Space Weather Outlook #10- 3

Beshear Addresses Lawmakers on Gambling

Governor Steve Beshear is again urging lawmakers to legalize slots at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers.

Liberals shelve competitive casino bid: Tories

Abandoning a detailed plan to call for competitive bids on the future location of Casino Niagara in early 2009, Ontario’s Liberal government instead extended the lease of the casino’s existing landlord, the Ontario Progressive Conservative Caucus charges.

Cool beverages make Icewine Gala a hot ticket event

It was the hottest ticket in Niagara, but inside the Fallsview Casino ballroom, where the 15th Annual Icewine Gala took place, the atmosphere was decidedly cool.

Let us drive faster - Sam Newman

UPDATE 12.20pm: SAM Newman says Victorian speed limits should be increased amid his court battle to dodge a fine.

Steak, seafood restaurant opens in North Lebanon

PANSY HILL - After more than 500 hours of work over five months, Giacomo Amato has opened Bahabaluha, a steak and seafood restaurant with a tropical theme, in North Lebanon Township.

Local briefs - 1/20

Penn National Gaming has scrapped plans to buy a bankrupt casino under construction in Las Vegas. The company, which operates Hollywood Casino and Penn National Race Course in East Hanover

Casino's impact on area to be discussed tonight in Ashland

State and local officials will convene at tonight's forum at Ashland Public Library to discuss recommendations for a possible resort-style casino in MetroWest.

Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear Urges Lawmakers to Legalize Slots at Horse Tracks

Gov. Steve Beshear is urging lawmakers to legalize slots at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers.

Winter WineFest success beyond organizers’ dreams

Great weather and the lure of wine drew thousands of people to Jordan Village Saturday and Sunday for the inaugural Twenty Valley Winter WineFest. The event, a compliment to the Niagara Icewine Festival, was beyond the dreams of organizers.

Genting up 1pc, OSK raises target price

Genting Bhd, Asia's largest listed casino operator, climbed 0.8 per cent to RM7.63, on course for the highest level since January 7. OSK Research Sdn Bhd raised its share price forecast for the stock to RM8.15 from RM7.55 to reflect the company's expansion prospects. Genting yesterday said it plans to build a theme park and hotel in Malaysia's Johor state. - Bloomberg

SCI tagged and bagged for 2011, 2013, 2015

RENO — The biggest convention to come to northern Nevada has agreed to come back in 2011, 2013 and 2015. But in 2012, Safari Club International will be taking its 23,000 attendees, 1,100 vendors and $20 million economic impact to Las Vegas.

Tacoma Rainiers Release 2010 Schedule

Tacoma, WA - The Tacoma Rainiers have released their 2010 season schedule, which includes a home opener against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox, eight home games vs. Northwest rival the Portland Beavers, and an April 10th S.H.I.E.L.D. night, with single-game ticket proceeds benefitting the Lakewood Police Independent Guild.

Loss limit in Missouri casinos generates less revenue than projected

ST. LOUIS — New figures from state gambling regulators show the end of loss limits at Missouri casinos has generated far less school funding than promised in a 2008 ballot initiative. The statewide vote to end Missouri's unique $500 loss limit has bolstered the state's largest casinos and helped them weather a weak year for gambling across the country. But so far, the end of loss limits has ...

Congrats to Kansas City and the Wizards, stadium construction to begin

Got this announcement from the Wizards today, great news for those fine folks out there. I took out parts of it to keep it brief...

Neighborhood news: Spellig bee set at Gainesville Middle

Gainesville Middle School will hold its annual spelling bee on Friday at 8:15 a.m. in the school's lecture hall.

Two arrested in Cordata Dairy Queen robbery

KIRA M. COX AND ISABELLE DILLSBELLINGHAM - Police arrested two men Monday evening, Jan. 18, after

In 'State of State,' Daniels looks at positioning Indiana for growth | TEXT

INDIANAPOLIS —Linking the state’s fiscal management now to its potential for job growth in the future, Gov. Mitch Daniels painted Indiana as primed to emerge from the dour economy in better shape than its neighbors Tuesday night in his sixth State of the State address.“The better we handle the people’s business today, the more business we will have for our people, and the more opportunity for ...

Clymer to step down after 30 years

When Paul Clymer joined the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, he didn’t expect he’d be in that job for three decades.

Wednesday January 20 2010

JAN 20 — You almost could hear the bankers heave a sigh of relief when Haiti’s earthquake knocked the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission hearings off the front pages and evening news broadcasts last week.

Paso Robles says seniors are being targeted by scams

Area residents are being encouraged to be on the lookout for fake lotteries and other financial scam

Venezuela seizes foreign-owned supermarkets

The Venezuelan government has taken control of a chain of foreign owned supermarkets that it is seeking to nationalise. Officials and employees have taken over the running of six Exito stores of which French company Casino is the majority stakeholder.

After inauguration, new governor celebrates Jersey-style

NEWARK - As the New Jersey governor's inauguration gala got under way in Newark Tuesday night, Chris Christie and family arrived at the Prudential Center and were promptly greeted by a camera crew from the "Cake Boss" television show.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-20 07:04 French and Benelux stocks - Factors to watch on Jan 20

PARIS, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Below are company-related news and leading stories from French and Benelux newspapers which could have an impact on the region's markets or individual stocks.

Singapore's Resort World Sentosa opens to public

SINGAPORE: The much-awaited integrated resort-cum-casino Resort World Sentosa (RWS) opened its doors to the public today, with the soft- opening of four of its hotels and shop outlets on Sentosa Islan...

Chorus of Change for Singaporeans: Fear No More, Release the Power within, Vote for Change

By Voice of Citizen The one Master, the Architect of Micro Universe, Singapore, has the carte blanche to do anything, say anything. However, if a political party unwisely said something against him, sedition, liable for criminal action will be the outcome. Even unclassified report released from the Archive of UK library as in recent case of Janet’s [...]

Irresistable Temptation

South Florida’s been pretty cold lately, huh? But we’ve got a way for you to turn up the heat on this freeze. Check out the modern-day French cabaret at Passion Nightclub at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (1 Seminole Way, Hollywood). Temptation features 13 powerful acts, from...

Prosecutor steps into bid process fiasco

The State Attorney's Office is reviewing a controversial Maplewood rebid and Commissioner Gene Valentino's questionable meeting with Roads Inc.

No fixed dates for opening of theme park, casino at Resorts World Sentosa

SINGAPORE: No date has been fixed for the opening of the Universal Studios Singapore theme park at Resorts World Sentosa.

Keep it simple when preparing for tax return

Much is said and written about getting ready for income tax time. It does not have to be stressful pulling together the information you need. For most individuals, the items to support the tax return are provided or can be obtained fairly easily.

Repeal of Mo. loss limits raises $22M for schools

Proponents had predicted it would generate $100 million for schools

Genting eyes US investments

KUALA LUMPUR: The Genting Group is looking at investment opportunities in the United States, its chairman Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay said yesterday.

Singapore's Resort World Sentosa opens its doors to public

SINGAPORE, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The much-awaited integrated resort-cum-casino Resort World Sentosa (RWS) opened its doors to the public today, with the soft-opening of four of its hotels and shop outlets on Sentosa Island here.

Danielle Arci set to take the lead in 'Hairspray'

When the national tour of "Hairspray" held auditions in 2006, Boonton native Danielle Arci auditioned, but unfortunately wasn't offered a part. Over the next three years, Arci would go on to audition for the tour over 20 times.

Milford board begins preliminary planning for casino

The Planning Board last night took a first step toward creating a zoning district in town that could be home to the proposed Crossroads Resort casino.

Randall Realtors expands again in Connecticut

Randall Realtors, a Rhode Island-based firm

Tribal chairman discusses issues, says marina project 'at standstill'

Ed. note: Enterprise editor Alan Campbell this week sat down with Derek Bailey, chairman of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa Indians, to discuss a range of tribal-related issues. Following is their conversation, during which Bailey acknowledged that plan read more

Flocking like flies to fashion

Fashion designer Douglas Hannant, the darling of Upper East Side ladies, celebrated the new decade and his cover on Avenue magazine the other night with...

Monthly casino winnings dip

It was a bad December for Baton Rouge’s two riverboat casinos, according to State Police financial reports released Tuesday. The Belle of Baton Rouge and Hollywood Casino’s winnings from gamblers declined some 20 percent compared to December 2008 totals.

Blues have 'moved on'

CARLTON defender Jordan Russell says the Blues have put their controversy-plagued off-season behind them.

Repeal of loss limits raises $22M for schools

ST. LOUIS — New figures from state gambling regulators show the end of loss limits at Missouri casinos has generated far less school funding than promised in a 2008 ballot initiative.

Tapping winnings gets mixed reviews

INDIANAPOLIS — In his State of the State address Tuesday evening, Gov. Mitch Daniels threw his weight behind a bill that would require Indiana's 13 casinos to confiscate the gambling winnings of deadbeat parents in an effort to boost child support collection. Daniels asked members of the House and Senate to back the measure, which he said would give money to the Hoosiers who need help the most ...

Chuck Bennett: Urban Wheel Awards a treat for attendees

While hosting the 14th annual Urban Wheel Awards during Press Week of the North American International Auto Show, actress LisaRaye, from The CW's "All of Us," quickly realized that it would take more than her beauty and charm to warm up a notoriously tough Detroit audience.

Resort World Sentosa opens door to public

The much-awaited integrated resort-cum-casino Resort World Sentosa (RWS) opened its doors to the public today, with the soft-opening of four of its hotels and shop outlets on Sentosa Island in Singapore. Genting Group and RWS Chairman Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay and RWS Chief Executive Officer Tan Hee Teck jointly cut a large red ribbon to mark the opening of the Crockfords Tower, Hard Rock Hotel ...

56th District GOP rivals disagree over gambling

The usefulness of legal gambling as a state revenue source is at least one issue on which both Republican hopefuls for the 56th District Illinois House seat clearly disagree.

Resort World Sentosa opens for public

Singapore, Jan 20 : The 4.5 billion dollar Resort World Sentosa held a soft opening of its 1,340-room complex on Singapore's Sentosa island, saying the casino and game outlets were still awaiting for the casino licence.

Lake County Sheriff's logs: Monday, Dec. 28

Occurred on Clark Dr. RP AND HUSBAND, ARE IN A 415 VERBAL..RESP IS IN A LOT OF BACK PAIN AND DOESN'T BELIEVE HIS WIFE GAVE HIM HIS VALIUM. RESP SOUNDS CONFUSED. Service Class: RESD Disposition: CHECKS OK.

Hot August Nights expands to Lake Tahoe

Hot August Nights will be going regional in 2010, adding three days of muscle cars and music on the south shore of Lake Tahoe in advance of the regular week-long celebration in Reno.

Casino picks new Columbus site

COLUMBUS - A company bringing casinos to Ohio says it wants the first one to open in Columbus, just not in its original location. It's a move that could open the door for a casino in the Mahoning Valley. Tim Wilmott, president of Penn National Gaming Inc., said Tuesday the casino would be built on the westside of Columbus, on property occupied by a former Delphi auto parts factory.

SINGAPOREâS RESORT WORLD SENTOSA OPENS ITS DOORS TO PUBLIC

SINGAPORE, Jan 20 (Bernama) â- The much-awaited integrated resort-cum-casino Resort World Sentosa (RWS) opened its doors to the public today, with the soft- opening of four of its hotels and shop outlets on Sentosa Island here.

Hookers, Casinos, Murder Featured in Abramoff Film at Sundance

“ Casino Jack and the United States of Money ” examines the roller-coaster career of Abramoff, a high-powered Washington lobbyist now in prison for defrauding American Indian tribes, bribing public officials and evading taxes.

Masa’s $500 Shaboo Hot-Pot Meal Seduces Lonely Diner in Vegas

Jan. 20 (Bloomberg) -- On a late Sunday night, I was the only one dining at Shaboo, probably the U.S.’s most expensive restaurant. “We usually get walk-ins,” the host said.

Galaxy Announces Management Update & Selected Unaudited 2009 Fourth Quarter Financial Data

Galaxy Entertainment Group Limited today announces its management update and selected unaudited 2009 fourth quarter performance information.

JBC opens nominations for next chief justice

MANILA, Philippines - The Judicial Bar and Council on Wednesday announced the opening for application or recommendation for the position of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, which will be vacated by Chief Justice Reynato Puno when he retires on May 17.

Market share slot cap scrapped

Pennsylvania authorities have wiped out a 4-year-old limitation that held an individual slot machine manufacturer to just 50 percent of the games on a casino's gambling floor.

Bata, Django join US tourney

Two days after leading Team Asia to a rousing victory over Team Europe in a battle of the world’s best cue artists in Brunei, Efren “Bata” Reyes and Francisco “Django” Bustamante will carry the Philippine flag when they see action in the 12th Annual Derby City Classic in Indiana, United States starting Friday.

Growth plans back on at casino

The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Tribe announced plans Tuesday to begin drafting an Environmental Impact Report for a proposed event center at the Cache Creek Casino Resort.It has also issued an official Notice of Preparation with the State of California.

Casino Q&A

Answers to basic questions about the proposal to shift a casino development to W. Broad Street

Niagara calls

"Liquid gold," the Canadians proudly call their Icewine. The rich, aromatic and pricey nectar is the foie gras or truffles ofthe wine world. A good Icewine is a true pleasure to drink — and arhymes-with-twitch to make. "Picking grapes at [5 degrees Fahrenheit] in the middle of the night: not fun," said Michele Bosc of Chateau des Charmes, one of nearly 75 wineries in the Niagara Peninsula ...

The Playlist 20-01-10

This week's essential tracks! LACUNA COIL, I WON’T TELL YOU Check out the brand new video from the Italian stallions and get pumped for the crew’s upcoming UK shows with Dirty Little Rabbits and Dommin.

Martin Scorsese - Leona Lewis Has Goodfella Fan

Martin Scorsese listens to Leona Lewis' songs everyday because she gets his "blood pumping".The Oscar-winning director approached the British songstress at the...

Gavin Smith is the man at Fallsview

Last year, the Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls played host to the World Poker Tour’s North American Poker Championships. This year, the Fallsview and the WPT went their separate ways, and the casino decided to host their own tournament, the Fallsview Poker Classic.

Senate GOP: Cut all public workers' pay

Republicans in the state Senate said Tuesday they want to ask voters to amend the Michigan Constitution to cut the pay and health care benefits of all public employees — including lawmakers — to address what they said is the state's grim financial reality.

Locall news briefs

Published: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 2:07 a.m. >> WINTER HAVEN - Local authorities called off the search for an elderly Winter Haven man Tuesday night after he was found safe in Clermont.

Hot August Nights expands to Tahoe

Hot August Nights will be going regional in 2010, expanding to add three days of muscle cars and music on the south shore of Lake Tahoe in advance of the regular weeklong celebration in Reno.

Business growing steadily at Internet sweepstakes parlors

By Leigh Kelley Times-News Staff Writer Entrepreneurs looking for a new type of business venture are quickly finding homes for their Internet sweepstakes establishments in Henderson County.

Safari Club signs on for 2 more years

Safari Club International will bring its lucrative hunters' convention to Reno two more times in coming years.

State's casino revenue drops

NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana's state-licensed casinos continued to slump in December, as winnings from gamblers slid 15.8 percent from December 2008 — a product of the recession and increased competition for wagering dollars.

Redmon named WAC gymnast of the week

Coach Joe Sellers highlights a class of 19 former coaches and athletes being inducted into the Wooster High Hall of Fame on Feb. 13.

Barenaked Ladies to play Fantasy Lounge

Canadian exports Barenaked Ladies are making a quick stop in the Coachella Valley today at 7 p.m. at the Fantasy Lounge at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.

Serial sex attacker and Harpenden landlord could have been caught earlier

POLICE have been slammed for their investigation into serial sex attacker and former Harpenden landlord John Worboys.

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Child's injuries lead to man's arrest

A Fortuna man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of felony child abuse. According to the Fortuna Police Department, on Sunday, officers responded to the 2000 block of Jenny Lane on the report of an injured child.

New site, new options for Columbus casino

A casino on Columbus' West Side might look radically different from the one that Penn National Gaming Inc. has contemplated for the Arena District. In the Arena District, the company would build on 24 acres, about the size of Schiller Park. At the former Delphi Corp. auto-parts plant, it would have 123 acres at its disposal. In the Arena District, Penn National had planned to include restaurants ...

Davenport Man Is Accused of Stealing Casino Winnings

A man accused of robbing a Davenport man of his casino winnings last week was caught Saturday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Edgardo Rivera, 31, of Winter Park, was arrested in a joint investigation by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, and Clearwater and Seminole police.

Some hope casino revives West Side; others are leery

For decades, thousands of workers built parts for GM cars and trucks at the Delphi plant, providing good paychecks and secure futures for central Ohio families. Now, business leaders and others hope that a $250 million casino can restore some of the energy along W. Broad Street and spark a rebirth for what once was a bustling area of industry, stores and restaurants.

List of iGaming Industry Events for 2010

Next up is the London event. But we already have a schedule for other events throughout 2010. As we prepare for a weekend of networking with hundreds and quite possibly more affiliates, webmasters and casino operators at the London Affiliate Conference , the event organizers are already preparing for later events to follow.

Dinosaur tracts

WIXOM, Mich. -- Henry Ford's great-grandson arrived at the closed auto plant to brag about a plan to revive the vast empty space: Investors would transform it into a modern factory to make solar panels and high-tech energy systems instead of Town Cars and Thunderbirds.

The burden of responsibility lies on Kris

The raging issue today about the domestic squabble of husband and wife Kris Aquino and James Yap is a sad thing.

Paul Carpenter -- Why is abuse of horses tolerated?

Can you imagine the fuss if there was systematic whipping of dogs?

Former GU coach Fitzgerald dies - Wed, 20 Jan 2010 PST

He was the godfather not only of Gonzaga University’s remarkable and unprecedented rise as a college basketball power, but of the game itself in Spokane – and a friend to virtually everyone who ever played, coached or watched it. Now Dan Fitzgerald – not only a basketball coach but one of Spokane’s most irrepressible personalities – is gone, dead at the age of 67, after collapsing at an Airway ...

Bethlehem Council weighs options on spending violations

Solicitor advises on dealing with administration paying medical costs with casino fees Bethlehem City Council learned Tuesday it has six options, including notifying the city auditors and controller, to deal with Mayor John Callahan's administration spending $335,600 in casino fees and other money last year without council's approval.

Loss-limit repeal no cash cow

St. Louis -- New figures from state gambling regulators show the end of loss limits at Missouri casinos has generated far less school funding than promised in a 2008 ballot initiative.

Prince charming wows Sydney crowd

IT took less than two days in Sydney to turn His Royal Highness Prince William into a dinkum Aussie larrikin.

Local, State

Three officers are treated for meth-lab exposure; two people are arrested

Delegation to hold hearing

Carroll County’s General Assembly delegation will host a public hearing on legislative proposals submitted by the county at 9 a.m. Saturday in Room 3 in the Carroll County Office Building, 225 N. Center St. in Westminster.

William tells of harbour city love

Prince William says he is having such a 'terrific' time in Sydney he wants to buy a house in the city.

Venezuelan officials grab French chain of stores

Venezuelan officials took over management of a French-owned chain of hypermarkets Tuesday after President Hugo Chavez announced plans to expropriate the stores.

Sale of Laurel, Pimlico put off again

Delay linked to fate of slots at Arundel Mills The sale of two Maryland horse-racing tracks by bankrupt owner Magna Entertainment Corp. has been delayed for a second time, giving the company and bidders time to gain a better grasp on whether voters will be able to decide the fate of slots at Arundel Mills mall.

Brewer asks tribe to shelve casino plan

By Howard Fischer Capitol Media Services Gov. Jan Brewer is asking the Tohono O’odham Nation to kill its plans for a casino near Glendale. read more

Just Say No

Last week, Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel approved the amendment that could bring casino gambling to the Texarkana area. The proposal would legalize casinos in Miller, Boone, Crittenden, Garland, Jefferson, Pulaski and Sebastian counties.

Casino-bound Bus Hits Power Pole, Shuts Down Road

State Route 16 in Woodland is closed Wednesday morning, and residents in that area are without power.

Pam Anderson Hosts New Club Opening

Hit the newest club Saturday for a chance to meet the Baywatch babe and party.

Raymond J. Learsy: Our Banks Becoming Casinos and Washington Yawns

Today we learn that JPMorgan is in exclusive talks to buy RBS Sempra (http://www.cnbc.com/id/34925975). Sempra, together with energy interests primarily trades in a full range...

Possible strip club at Stateline

A lawyer at Lake Tahoe may be looking into the possibility of turning a vacant casino into a strip club on the main casino drag in Stateline. Douglas County Sheriff Ron Pierini says Michael Laub has inquired about the licensing required to establish the strip... Lake Tahoe - Douglas County Nevada - Stateline Nevada - United States - Lawyer

Tribes want casino lawsuits out of state courts

Associated Press - January 20, 2010 8:25 AM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Two Oklahoma-based Indian tribes are asking a federal judge to prevent civil lawsuits against Indian casinos from going to...

Salinas City Council OKs Ag-Industrial Center

A 257-acre commercial development, the Salinas Ag-Industrial Center, is one big step closer to becoming a reality after its unanimous approval Tuesday night by the City Council.

Pocono Wednesday: mourning a soldier; rating Obama and hiring for table games

Today we are mourning the loss of one of our own serving the country in Afghanistan. We received word yesterday that Staff Sgt. 1st Class Michael P.

Tribe moves forward with wind energy and biodiesel projects

After receiving $80,200 in stimulus funding last week, the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians is preparing to implement some new energy and conservation projects.

COLUMN: Ryan Wallace: Fight canceled, Perez left hanging

Eloy Perez is beginning the process of refocusing mentally and physically, with the date of his fight with David Rodela now looking like March.

Sale of Laurel, Pimlico put off again, linked to Arundel slots

Packer's $155m windfall

CONSOLIDATED Press Holdings chief executive James Packer is predicting another year of strong profits.

Packer emerges from slump in good shape

JAMES Packer appears to have made his way through the worst of the global financial crisis in good shape.

Singapore's first casino-resort partially opens as city-state tries to boost services

SINGAPORE - Singapore's first casino-resort partially opened Wednesday, a key part of a government plan to reduce reliance on manufacturing and brand the tightly controlled city-state as a cosmopolitan Asian capital.

Long-shot Fort Worth Democrat has 'anointed one’ in his sights

Felix Alvarado has no money and no name recognition, but he has high hopes for the Texas Democratic gubernatorial primary.

COMPANY SWITCHES SITE FOR COLUMBUS CASINO TO WEST SIDE

COLUMBUS (AP) -- A company bringing casinos to Ohio says it wants the first one to open in Columbus.

Resorts World Sentosa opens in phases

SINGAPORE: Resorts World Sentosa opened its doors to the public on Wednesday with much to celebrate. It is already seeing a creditable average occupancy of 80 per cent at its hotels on weekends.

Daniels positions Indiana for growth

INDIANAPOLIS -- Gov. Mitch Daniels told Hoosiers their state is "in difficulty but not crisis, stress but not disaster" in his State of the State speech Tuesday, sizing Indiana up against its struggling neighbors and calling for further reforms he says will save millions in tax dollars. The governor applauded the Indiana General Assembly for approving a bill hours earlier to send the state's ...

Gonzaga legend Dan Fitzgerald dies

Gonzaga University has confirmed that former head coach for men's basketball Dan Fitzgerald died Tuesday night at the age of 67.

Get back: Ringo's returning to Fallsview casino

The Beatle is coming back. Two years after his last visit, legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr will return to the Niagara Fallsview Casino June 24 and 25. And just like last time, he'll use the occasion to kick off the North American tour for his All-Starr Band.[...]

UH men's basketball: Thursday, Saturday promotions

The University of Hawaii men's basketball team plays New Mexico State Thursday and game sponsor, The California Hotel & Casino, will award a Vacations Hawaii Las Vegas trip during the halftime promotional activity,

Fair points: Lib-Dems set out their strategy

Liberal Democrats will campaign locally on four priorities when the general election is called this year: fair taxes; a fair start for every child; fair and clean and local politics and a fair, green economy with jobs that last, the party said today.

The Siegel Group Acquires the Artisan Hotel in Foreclosure, Las Vegas, Nevada

LAS VEGAS----Garrett Capital LLC, an affiliate of The Siegel Group Nevada, Inc., a Commercial Real Estate & Business Development Company, today announced that it had foreclosed upon the Artisan Hotel; a 64 key boutique hotel situated on 1.35 acres after having recently acquired a promissory note secured by a First Deed of Trust from a mid-Western lender.

Leona Lewis has Goodfella fan

Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese approached Leona Lewis at the Golden Globes on Sunday (17.01.10) to tell her he is a massive fan of her music.

Ala. governor gives detail of gambling resignation

Gov. Bob Riley disclosed that and other details Tuesday about last week’s resignation of David Barber.

Split council blocks new liquor license

Concerns about the number of liquor stores already in the city of Waukegan were aired Tuesday as the City Council voted 5-4 to reject a new class of liquor license intended for Armanetti's Beverage Mart. The store was eyed as an anchor at Waukegan Plaza on Lewis Avenue.

William's an Aussie larrikin

IT took less than two days in Sydney to turn His Royal Highness Prince William into a dinkum Aussie larrikin.

Stile: Christie acknowledges that he can't do everything himself

Governor Christie delivered a memorable, "The Buck Stops Here" line Tuesday, with his characteristic, in-your-face, Jersey bluntness. "One person can make a difference — I will make a difference," Christie said, eliciting the 19th burst of applause in his inaugural speech Tuesday.

Despite Self-Serving Prophets Of Doom, Clark County Republican Party Holds Successful Party Elections

Despite the dire predictions of self-serving prophets of doom, the Clark County Republican Central Committee (CCRCC) successfully held elections for the 2010 CCRP Board of Directors at the CCRCC meeting at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, according to newly-elected Chairman Bob Ruckman.

Police: Casino crooks caught

Tampa Police say they have caught two men who were robbing big winners at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino.

Longtime Gonzaga coach Fitzgerald dies

For every high school star who made the trip to Miami this week for the McDonald's All-American Game, there was an Amateur Athletic Union basketball coach who first promoted the player as a future Big...

Pancake breakfasts, films and more are happening around the towns

For those who love pancake breakfasts, free events, taking classes, this is a compilation of activities taking place in the comming week in the Chathams, Madison, Summit, Berkeley Heights, New Providence and beyond.

Morgan Stanley earns $617M in fourth quarter

In this Jan. 19, 2010 photo, Morgan Stanley headquarters is shown in New York. Morgan Stanley said Wednesday, Jan. 20, it earned $617 million during the last three months of 2009 on profits from its i...

Champion duck caller dies in crash

Danville resident helped create local association. MONTROSE -- The world of duck calling in southeast Iowa will never be the same again.

Genting opens 4 hotels at Resorts World Sentosa

SINGAPORE: Malaysian gaming giant Genting opened four premium hotels at a US$ 4.4 billion (US$1 = RM3.35) resort in Singapore in preparation for the launch of a casino and a Universal Studios theme park. Company executives cut a ribbon to inaugurate the hotels at the Resorts World Sentosa complex at 8:18am, an auspicious time whose Cantonese pronunciation sounds like "to prosper". Festive Hotel ...

Community briefs - Jan. 20

Around the community

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 11:47 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Bally Technologies has taken a page from the playbook of gambling equipment rival International Game Technology.

Casino revenue lowest since 2000

The decade ended for the casinos at the same levels it started, after the economy eroded gross casino revenues in 2009 to the same levels as 2000.

National Algae Association Announces Speakers At West Coast Workshop

THE WOODLANDS, Texas----The National Algae Association is pleased to announce the West Coast Chapter Workshop taking place on February 25th & 26th, 2010 at the Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, hosted by BioCentric Energy.

KJCT8.com - Grand Junction, Montrose - Weather, News, Sports | Governor pushes slots as way to balance Ky. budget

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Gov. Steve Beshear urged lawmakers to legalize slot machines at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers.

Longtime Gonzaga coach Fitzgerald dies at 67

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Dan Fitzgerald, the coach who built Gonzaga into a national basketball power but resigned before the school began its current run of NCAA tournaments, has died at the age of 67.

Uniwide faces dissolution as SEC panel junks rehab

The Uniwide Group of Companies, once a high-flying retailer that over-expanded using debt, is now facing dissolution and liquidation after corporate regulators declared its decade-long corporate rehabilitation a failure.

Fitch Rates Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Nevada, Water Revs 'A'; Outlook to Negative

AUSTIN, Texas----Fitch Ratings takes the following actions on Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Nevada :

Norwich couple wins $7.1 million

Rita and Russell Hall's lotto destiny was thrown into motion a few weeks ago by a wedding ring that was just a tad too tight.

Car Slams Into Everett Casino

EVERETT, Wash. -- A car slammed into the Club Casino at Seventh and Everett Mall Way early Wednesday. The impact punched out a wall and destroyed a bench where smokers usually sit outside.

Oquendo vs Whitaker on Feb 20

World Boxing Foundation News: Hammond, Indiana’s Horseshoe Casino hosts the WBF Intercontinental Heavyweight Title on February 20th when “Fast” Fres Oquendo (31-5,20KO) steps into the ring with Lance Whitaker (34-6, 28KO). “Mount” Whitaker returns after a controversial decision lose to Oliver McCall in October and Oquendo has two wins since his split decision loss in 2008 at the hands of James ...

Lawyer looking to turn former Lake Tahoe casino into strip club

STATELINE, Nev. (AP) — A lawyer at Lake Tahoe may be looking into the possibility of turning a vacant casino into a strip club on the main casino drag in Stateline.

Council opposes 229 project

A pending project on Oregon Highway 229 has the Siletz Tribe looking forward to possibly checking something off its to-do list of community improvements.

Businessman shot, stabbed dead in QC subdivision

Authorities are investigating the death of a businessman who was found shot and stabbed inside a Quezon City subdivision before dawn Wednesday.

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 11:16 EST

The Grand Prive Affiliates have been the subject of much ridicule in online gambling for over a year now, but do you know the entire story? Why are people still talking about what happened? And what's the significance for the industry? Learn the past, present, and possible future of Grand Prive.

Gonzaga hoops patriarch dies

Dan Fitzgerald, the coach who built Gonzaga into a national basketball power but resigned before the school began its current run of NCAA tournaments, has died at the age of 67. Fitzgerald collapsed Tuesday evening in a restaurant in the suburb of Airway Heights. He was pronounced dead at Deaconness Medical Center in Spokane, according to a nursing supervisor at the hospital. The cause of ...

Kirkwood Debates Role of Race in Shootings

Kirkwood residents see Charles "Cookie" Thornton's life from many points of view as they struggle to move beyond the havoc wreaked by his murder of city officials. A big question is whether and how race played a role in the situation.

Longtime Gonzaga coach Dan Fitzgerald dies at 67

Legislature takes first step toward West Side casino vote

An Ohio Senate committee this morning took the first legislative step toward allowing voters to select a new site for the casino that will be built in Columbus.

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 11:02 EST

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- INTRALOT Interactive announced its sponsorship to the decadent Fire&Ice Bacchanalian party being held on January 27th at Gilgamesh London. INTRALOT Interactive together with CyberArts, a company that they have acquired recently, will support the event.

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 11:01 EST

Former BetOnSports CEO David Carruthers is headed to federal prison while U.S. Senator Jon Kyl is acting like a child. Also, Kentucky is preparing for a final online gambling showdown and Calvin Ayre asks the online gaming industry to help the relief effort in Haiti.

Casino proposed in Arkansas

BOONE COUNTY, ARK. — A man from Texas hopes to get voter approval before the end of the year to build a hotel casino resort south of Branson in Boone County, Ark.

Governor pushes slots as way to balance Ky. budget

Gov. Steve Beshear urged lawmakers to legalize slot machines at Kentucky horse tracks as a way to stave off massive budget cuts and potential layoffs of state workers. Lawmakers could generate $780 million for state government over two years by allowing the... Kentucky - Steve Beshear - Government - Slot machine - United States

Don't Miss These All-Star Stock Picks

Results talk and everything else walks, so here are stock picks from pickers with real results.

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Once, while visiting The Late Show, David Letterman introduced Jeff Dunham as “a man who has twice won the prestigious ‘Ventriloquist of the Year Award,’ ” to which the crowd tittered. However, when Dunham came out with his Walter character, he killed, as usual.

Dan Fitzgerald Dead: Former Gonzaga Basketball Coach Dies At 67

What's Your Reaction? Dan Fitzgerald, Gonzaga's former basketball coach, has died at 67.

Good Question: How Do They Figure Sports Odds?

As the Minnesota Vikings get closer to the Super Bowl, it's not just the players with skin in the game. Sports gambling is big business. So how do the odds makers figure out the odds?

Martin Scorsese is fan of Leona Lewis

Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese approached Leona Lewis at the Golden Globes on Sunday to tell her he is a massive fan of her music.

College basketball: Longtime Gonzaga coach Fitzgerald dies at 67

Dan Fitzgerald, the coach who built Gonzaga into a national basketball power but resigned before the school began its current...

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 10:47 EST

TA'XBIEX, Malta -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The most devastating natural disaster has hit the Caribbean Island nation of Haiti, in the form of a catastrophic earthquake which is responsible for countless human casualties and has affected the lives and homes of millions of human beings.

Tampa police: Women try pushing man out of car going 80 mph

After kissing a man and stealing his wallet, a 24-year-old Tampa woman tried pushing the man out of a car traveling 80 mph, police say.

BioCentric Energy Holdings, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: BEHL) Today Released the Following Interim Shareholder & Investor ...

SANTA ANA, CA--(Marketwire - January 20, 2010) - BioCentric Energy Holdings, Inc. ( PINKSHEETS : BEHL ) announced today that members of the team from Renewed World Energy arrive in Orange County, CA today to finalize the terms of a JV agreement between RWE and BEHL. It was agreed to by both parties that the decision makers for RWE would visit the new Southern California location for BEHL, prior ...

NEW: Tribes want casino lawsuits out of state courts

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Two Oklahoma-based Indian tribes are asking a federal judge to prevent civil lawsuits against Indian casinos from going to state courts.The Choctaw and the Chickasaw nations claim their gaming compacts with Oklahoma don't allow state courts to have jurisdiction over casino-related lawsuits.

Brewer opposes casino proposal for Glendale area

Gov. Jan Brewer is asking a southern Arizona tribe to abandon its plan for a casino-resort on the west side of the Phoenix metro area.

GATESMANMARMIONDRAKE+DAVE, INC. APPOINTS FRANK MARMION TO CEO AND JOHN GATESMAN TO PRESIDENT

PITTSBURGH - GatesmanMarmionDrake+Dave, Inc., one of Pittsburgh’s premier advertising agencies, today announced the appointments of Frank Marmion to Chief Executive Officer and John Gatesman to President.

Icahn last bidder for Fontainebleau in bankruptcy

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is closer to buying the unfinished Fontainebleau Las Vegas casino-resort on the Strip after two other bids failed to satisfy bankruptcy auction rules.

Archstone Apartments Sponsors Free Online Photo Contest and Las Vegas Getaway Grand Prize

SANTA ANA, Calif.----Archstone, a leader in apartment investment and operations, is sponsoring a free photo contest to find out what you love about where you live. The winning photo contest submission will receive a luxury Las Vegas getaway package valued at more than $2,000, including round-trip airfare, two nights in a Tower Suite at Treasure Island Casino and Resort, a relaxing massage at the ...

Wine & Seafood Festival at the Fairgrounds Saturday

If a very large building chockfull of wine, seafood and live music sounds like a place to be, than the Grays Harbor Fairgrounds pavilion is the spot for you Saturday.

Christie signs 8 executive orders on first day

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie got to work on his first day in office by signing eight executive orders that will include unions in the pay-to-play ban, temporarily freeze unfunded mandates and prevent casinos from shutting down indefinitely in the event a budget isn't passed by July 1.

Provence & Beyond fundraiser

The Burlington-based Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) will be taking guests on a mini-vacation during its Provence & Beyond event.

Tsinoy trader niratrat, todas

Patay ang isang negosyanteng Tsinoy matapos na patraydor na pagbabarilin ng isang hindi kilalang lalaki sa loob ng isang subdivision sa lungsod Quezon City, kahapon ng madaling- araw.

Casino developer outlines plans

Penn National Gaming Inc. will work on casino plans at both the Arena District and former Delphi plant until they know whether voters will support their request to change locations, officials said today.

Las Vegans Ready Resume For Job Fair

The first major job fair of 2010 is under way at the Texas Station Hotel and Casino.

Counterfeit bills turn up around Butte

Counterfeit $10 and $20 bills have showed up in businesses around Butte since last week.

Gov. Chris Christie signs executive orders, says state is $1B deeper in debt

New orders halt unfunded mandates on towns, freeze new regulations on business and broaden state pay-to-play prohibitions to limit donations by labor unions

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-20 18:50 Casino group Lucien Barriere mulls IPO - source

LONDON/PARIS, Jan 20 (Reuters) - French casino and hotel company Groupe Lucien Barriere is exploring options including an initial public offering (IPO), a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Wednesday. Challenges.fr website reported earlier that Lucien Barriere was preparing a stock market listing that would see France's Accor sell part or all of its 49 percent stake in the group ...

Longtime Gonzaga Coach Dan Fitzgerald Dies

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Dan Fitzgerald, the coach who built Gonzaga into a national basketball power but resigned before the school began its current run of NCAA tournaments, has died at the age of 67. Fitzgerald collapsed Tuesday evening in a restaurant in the suburb of Airway Heights. He was pronounced dead at Deaconness Medical Center in Spokane, according to a nursing supervisor at the hospital ...

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-20 18:32 UPDATE 2-Icahn makes winning bid for bankrupt Fontainebleau

Icahn makes winning bid for bankrupt Fontainebleau

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn has made the winning bid to acquire the bankrupt, partially built Fontainebleau Las Vegas Resort.

Jeff Dunham Dummies Up

Ventriloquist superstar keeps artform hip and edgy Once, while visiting 'The Late Show,' David Letterman introduced Jeff Dunham as "a man who has twice won the prestigious Ventriloquist of the Year Award," to which the crowd tittered. However, when Dunham came out with his Walter character, he killed, as usual.

Somers Point gets jazzed

Siora performs Saturday, Jan. 23, at Sandi Pointe Coastal Bistro in Somers Point as part of the Somers Point Jazz Society’s Annual Winter Concert Series. The show begins at 8 p.m.

Groundbreaking set for new casino

Cherokee Nation Entertainment, the gaming, entertainment, hospitality and retail entity of the Cherokee Nation, is breaking ground Thursday on its eighth casino in northeastern Oklahoma — to be located in Ramona.

Bally Technologies acquires Games4You assets

(AP:LAS VEGAS) Casino gaming equipment company Bally Technologies Inc. said Wednesday that it has acquired Games4you LLC, a Scottsdale, Ariz.-based gaming and engineering company, for undisclosed terms.

Icahn Set to Win Fontainebleau as Rivals Disqualified (Update1)

Jan. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Carl Icahn is poised to take over the bankrupt and unfinished Fontainebleau Las Vegas casino resort after two competing bidders were ruled unqualified.

Casino group Lucien Barriere mulls IPO - source

America wakes up to the unsustainable bubble in China

Top of the News: The stock market has become such a stoned-in-the-dorm-on-derivatives place in recent years that it's no longer an indicator of much of anything but the day's casino payout and hidden trends such as the carry trade. (Captain Greenspan Renault: "I'm shocked, shocked to find that gambling is going on in here!" Your winnings, sir. "Oh, thank you very much."). Today is different.

Gambling revenue plunges

HELENA — State video gambling tax receipts plummeted by nearly 18 percent in the last quarter of 2009, buffeted by the beginning of a statewide indoor smoking on bars and casinos and a recession that hit Montana hard.

Emmett Messenger-Index: News - Community leaders meet to talk future

Getting together one week early did little to dampen the attendance or enthusiasm of those who attended the January meeting of Gem Economic Development Association.

Neighborhood Column: Hyattsville for Jan. 21

Kudos to our city for sponsoring such an impressive tribute to the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., on Friday evening, Jan.15. Talks have begun for a national memorial dedicated to Dr. King on the Mall.

Legislators divide along party lines over casino

Local legislators appear to be divided along party lines on whether an attempt should be made to keep a casino from being built in the Arena District.

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 13:17 EST

MONTREAL, Quebec -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Income Access and its partners just came up with ten more reasons for iGaming affiliates to stop by their London Affiliate Conference (LAC) booths.

Dolores M. Prough

Former resident Dolores M. Prough, 79, of Eddyville, passed away Jan. 18, 2010, at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis. Dolores was born in Klamath Falls, March 15, 1930, to Elva and Mabel Maxwell. Raised in Bonanza, she graduated from high school in 1948.

Led By A Bevy Of Unselfish Stars, The Chatham Boys Basketball Team Is Putting The Pieces Together And Enjoying One Of ...

CHATHAM — It wasn’t long before the players on the Chatham boys basketball team were forced to take a long, hard look at themselves in the mirror.

Police: Man Kidnapped, Robbed On Vegas Strip

Las Vegas Metro police release photos of a couple accused of burglarizing a man's hotel room while he was held captive for 24 hours.

Top Casino Executives to Speak at 6th Annual Pennsylvania Gaming Congress & Mid-Atlantic Racing Forum, February 22-23 ...

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA--(Marketwire - January 20, 2010) - Six of the most successful casino operators in Pennsylvania will discuss a wide range of issues impacting their industry at the 6th annual Pennsylvania Gaming Congress & Mid-Atlantic Racing Forum, which takes place February 22 & 23 at the Valley Forge Convention Center. The presidents and general managers will discuss the coming introduction ...

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - 13:02 EST

DUBLIN, Ireland -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Devilfish Gaming Plc today announces the launch of its new online bingo site DevilfishBingo.com.

Brewer wants Glendale-area casino stopped

Gov. Jan Brewer is asking the Tohono O’odham Nation to kill its plans for a casino near Glendale.

Who says boxing is in trouble - 2010 is shaping up just fine

By Paul Strauss - There are always doomsayers hovering around the sport of boxing. They tend to exaggerate the negative and fret like old hags, trying to pass off every little hiccup as an impending calamity.

Car Slams Into Casino Overnight

It Happened At "Marson's Casino" on 7th SE and Everett Mall Way. An Everett casino has quite a mess to clean up, after a car crashed into it early Wednesday morning.

34,480 Bottles of Water Headed to Port-au-Prince

34,480. That’s the number of bottles of water donated by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino that will begin arriving at Port-au-Prince, Haiti today aboard a special American Airlines Boeing 737 from Miami.

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