Article Archives for 2010-02-07

Verdict: Harry who? **** FORGET dark. To hell with moody. What happened to plain old good fun?

John Terry thinks it's Orl over... it is now!

Vanessa Perroncel sent coded messages and naked pictures to JT. SHAMELESS John Terry had a sordid one-night stand with Big Brother star Orlaith while his wife was pregnant with twins, the News of the World can reveal today.

Travel restricted in southern NJ as snow piles up

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — This city bills itself as "Always Turned On," but it was dimmed Saturday — and dark in some neighborhoods — as a blizzard dumped a foot of snow.

Super Bowl Capsules: Brees takes leadership role beyond football

MIAMI — Drew Brees had done his homework, as usual. Asked what he thought about the New Orleans Saints’ use of the fleur-de-lis on their helmets and uniforms, Brees responded with a brief history lesson.

Casino licence in hand, will RWS open for CNY?

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) yesterday received its casino licence from the Casino Regulatory Authority of Singapore (CRA). A statement issued yesterday evening by RWS did not give the exact date for the casino's opening.

Stars dumped in semifinals at SA Open

Feliciano Lopez of Spain and Stephane Robert of France advanced to the final of the SA Open on Saturday after eliminating the two highest-seeded players in the tournament.

Super Bowl Win Will Have Kendra Wilkinson Jumping in Hubby's Lap

The reality star plans to rush the field if the Indianapolis Colts win Sunday's big game in Miami

Tennis Capsules: Oudin, Mattek-Sands give US 2-0 lead in Fed Cup

LIEVIN, France — Melanie Oudin and Bethanie Mattek-Sands won the opening singles to give the United States a 2-0 lead against France in the quarterfinals of the Fed Cup.

Woman Headed to Prison for Stealing from SD Casino

A Sioux Falls woman has been sent to prison and ordered to repay $40,000 she stole from the casino she once managed. Thirty-one-year-old Katie Lynn Stone was sentenced Friday to seven years in prison, with three of those years suspended.

Hernandez chops down former champ Corley, wins by devastating 5th round KO; unbeaten Contreras stops Castaneda in the ...

With one sudden, dramatic right hand, once-beaten Freddy "El Riel" Hernandez (28-1, 19 KOs) of Lynwood, Calif. broke open an entertaining, dead-even fight to brutally knock out former world champion DeMarcus “Chop Chop’’ Corley (36-13-1, 21 KOs) of Washington, D.C., at 1:48 of the fifth round Friday in the main event on ShoBox: The New Generation on SHOWTIME.

Churchill's Miami track will see Super Bowl traffic, not necessarily at its new slot machines

Some Super Bowl fans in Miami will park at Churchill Downs Inc.'s newest slots parlor Sunday before making their way to the Sun Life Stadium about a mile away. But the president of Calder Casino and Race Course isn't expecting an influx of Super Bowl fans stopping off to play.

Genting gets S'pore casino licence

SINGAPORE - Singapore's authorities issued a casino licence to neighbouring Malaysia's Genting group, allowing the company to add gaming to its ambitious development plans in the city-state. Resorts World Sentosa, built by Genting on a former British military outpost at a cost of US$4.4bil (RM15.4bil), opened four premium hotels last month in expectation of the licence. Singapore's casino ...

Lemieux, Ngoudjo victorious

Knockout sensation David Lemieux (21-0 20KO) entered unchartered territories Saturday as he forced to go the distance against Jason Naugler (18-12-1 11KO), easily scoring a 100-89 victory on all three scorecards in his first headline appearance Saturday afternoon at the Casino de Montreal.

Internet rape case jolts Wyoming city

A woman who says she was raped by football star Michael Irvin at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino filed a civil lawsuit against him Thursday in Broward Circuit Court. Although no criminal charge...

Aping Elvis

On a cruise ship, former Fort Wayne resident Brahm Sheray found not love, but Elvis. Also Madonna, Michael Jackson and Buddy Holly. In short, he found his calling.

Could consolidating state computer systems threaten security?

A recent breach in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s database that compromised personal data of casino employees is raising questions about how safe data is in state computer systems.

Woman sues Irvin, claiming sexual assault

A woman claims in a lawsuit filed only days before the Super Bowl that former Dallas Cowboys star Michael Irvin sexually assaulted her at a South Florida hotel, an allegation labelled a false attempt at "civil extortion" Friday by Irvin's attorney.

Notebook: Willy, Richard getting chance to shine with Colts

MIAMI (AP) -- Rookie Drew Willy went 15-29 as quarterback for the University at Buffalo. Second-year pro Jamey Richard never enjoyed a winning season during his time with the Bulls.

Montreal's Lemieux wins Canadian super-middleweight boxing title

Canadian welterweight champion Manolis Plaitis remained undefeated (15-0-1), scoring a unanimous six-round non-title victory over Mexico's Jhonny Navarrete, who's now 12-3-1, Saturday afternoon at the Casino de Montréal.

The ice man carveth

COOS BAY â” Watching Chris Foltz slash and shave shards from a block of ice is like witnessing the work of a ninja.

Broomfield upcoming events -- Feb. 7

Upcoming events in and around Broomfield

Lemieux captures Canadian super-middleweight title

Occasionally, when he gets restless, David Lemieux likes to go to the gym, turn the music up and hit the bag for an hour or so. It can be 10 p.m. Or the middle of the night.

Wise old men of American finance are called back to fight recession

US President-elect Barack Obama stands with former Federal Reserve chairman Paul Volcker. Photograph: Charles Dharapak/AP Youth, flair and intellect can only get you so far. As the worst recession s...

Saturday February 06, 2010 - 20:16 EST

Do All Casinos Provide Win/Loss Statements? Do all casinos provide you with a win/loss statement? In Oklahoma, Cherokee casinos won't give one to you.

Breaking the mold of Donny Clay

On the long-running sitcom "Seinfeld," Jason Alexander played the bumbling George Costanza, who always seemed as if he needed a motivational speaker to psych him up to get through life.

No interest in convicted ex-Rep. Ohio casino plan

YOUNGSTOWN -- A former Ohio congressman convicted of corruption is acknowledging business groups appear uninterested in his plan to pitch an Indian gambling casino in Youngstown.

Marijuana convention canceled in Las Vegas

A celebration of cannibis culture has been canceled after concerns were raised by Las Vegas law enforcement officers. Organizer Lou Woznicki said Mandalay Bay notified him that his March 19-21 Cannapalooza convention had been canceled the day after he met... Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino - Las Vegas Nevada - Law - Las Vegas - Cannabis

Singapore okays Malaysian developer's casino plan

SINGAPORE, Feb 6, 2010 (AFP) - Singapore's authorities issued a casino licence to neighbouring Malaysia's Genting group on Saturday, allowing the company to add gaming to its ambitious development plans in the city-state.

PFT: Despite rape allegations, NFLN keeping Irvin

Amid allegations from a woman who claims Michael Irvin raped her at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in 2007, the NFL Network announced Friday that Irvin will stay on the air for Super Bowl weekend.

Museum wants to be development catalyst

If revitalizing the Coos Bay waterfront were a high school social, the Coos Historical & Maritime Museum would be the first to ask a girl to dance.

Spector at Super Bowl: Notebook

Travel restricted in southern N.J. as snow piles up

ATLANTIC CITY — A persistent winter storm dumped more than 2 feet of snow on...

Details of logging fatality released

ROCKPORT — Authorities today released the name of a man who was killed Friday afternoon in a logging accident. A Skagit County deputy coroner also clarified the details of the accident,…

Woman Gets Prison Time For Stealing From SD Casino

A Sioux Falls woman has been sent to prison and ordered to repay $40,000 she stole from the casino she once managed.

POST BAG Nuclear energy is too costly

I am surprised that Thailand is rich enough to support a proposed nuclear power station, without doubt the most expensive current source of energy. Despite what the local agencies say, nukes still carry no guarantee of safety.

PERFORMANCE/TOUR: Super Bowl Events Around South Florida

Super Bowl XLIV: Concerts roundup. Who's in town? Yep, and so are Black Eyed Peas, Rihanna, Barenaked Ladies and others. The band is among the plethora of performers that will stream into South Florida for the Super Bowl. It's one thing to know The Who is scheduled to rock the Super Bowl on Feb. 7 at Sun Life Stadium. It's another to spring for the ticket. This is a 12-minute, made-for-TV ...

A Tale of Three Cities

Middletown Over the first two years of the Middlesex County Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness in Middlesex County, the number of homeless single adults has dropped 30 percent and the number of homeless families has gone down by 36 percent. The plan outlines steps to move from managing long-term homelessness to eliminating it, from [...]

Hair-care magnate Shami wants to be 'Mr. Governor'

Farouk Shami is bent on straightening out state government, seeking the Democratic nomination for Texas governor

Will RWS open for CNY?

RESORTS World Sentosa (RWS) yesterday received its casino licence from the Casino Regulatory Authority of Singapore (CRA). A statement issued yesterday evening by RWS did not give the exact date for the casino's opening.

Lincoln Family Mourns Loss of Woman Killed in Nevada Crash

Nevada officials say a 70-year-old Washington man drove his car into a casino killing two and wounding a dozen others. One of the women killed in Wednesday's crash was 81-year-old Helen Hindmand of Lincoln.

Karina Smirnoff, others party on Super Bowl eve

In this photo provided by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Karina Smirnoff of ABC’s "Dancing with the Stars" poses on the red carpet at Jerry Rice’s “Miami Rice” Celebrity Gala at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Fla.,Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, during Hard Rock’s "Rock the Game" Super Bowl Week. The “Miami Rice” gala benefited the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis.

American Classic surges in deep stretch to win Sunland Park's $50,000 Budweiser Stakes

Dismissed at over 10-1 odds, American Classic surged in deep stretch to gain a dramatic victory in the $50,000 Budweiser Stakes at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino on Saturday.

Town not fretting yet over talk of a Fall River casino

Middleborough officials say they are not concerned to hear that the leader of the Mashpee Wampanoag was in Fall River recently discussing the possibility of building a casino there with the city’s new mayor. But they say that if the talks turn serious, they will decide whether to take legal action to protect Middleborough’s interests.

Internet gambling again in play

Poker lobbyists are ramping up an aggressive push backed by millions of dollars to legalize Internet gambling in the United States this year, hoping to overcome passionate objections from social conservatives, sports leagues and other longtime opponents.

Layoffs fan fears for Reno fire safety

Faced with a dozen layoffs and the possibility of 50 retirees who will not be replaced, Reno fire officials fear the department will have a struggle on its hands when the wildfire season hits this year.

Willy, Richard doing their best to help Indianapolis

Tim Reynolds The Associated Press MIAMI — Rookie Drew Willy went 15-29 as quarterback for the University at Buffalo. Second-year pro Jamey Richard never enjoyed a winning season during his time with the Bulls. Look at them now. They’re one win away from becoming Super Bowl champions. “It’s pretty crazy,” Willy said.

Tyson Reacts To Casino Fallout

News 5 caught up with John Tyson Jr. today to talk about the side effects from shuttered casinos. more

RWS set to capture bulk of Malaysian visitors

KUCHING: Genting Bhd, one of the most successful gaming companies in Southeast Asia will continue to be a strong contender in the industry in the upcoming years given the mega-project development Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore.

Super Bowl Notes

COLTS INJURIES: Indianapolis Colts star Dwight Freeney watched the final workout of Super Bowl week from a golf cart, and it's still uncertain whether the defensive end will play Sunday.

Arrange your flowers like a pro

So you’re cheap.Wait, wait, wait. No one wants to be called cheap.You’re thrifty. Smart with your cash.You’re wisely saving your money now so you and your wife/partner/girlfriend/lover can retire to a little cottage in the mountains and tool around the country visiting the grandkids in your motorhome, right?Or maybe you’re just saving for the next big video game.Either way, Valentine’s Day is a ...

Motels in Galloway Township, Absecon struggle in price war

Motels along the White Horse Pike in Galloway Township and Absecon are charging as low as $20 per night for rooms in an attempt to draw customers, but motel managers say doing so is further weakening their bottom lines.

Positive change coming to T&T

HOMICIDE bureau officers arrested two more men on Friday for the January 18 murder of a security officer which occurred at a Curepe casino. If these two men are positively identified, a total of six people would have been arrested for this crime.

Adam Lambert's 'Oldest Fan' Going to Indio Concert

INDIO - An 89-year-old woman in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is headed to Indio to see Adam Lambert because of social media.

Statement from Task Force Commander John Tyson, Jr.

John Tyson, Jr., Commander of the Governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling, released a Saturday statement in response to recent developments in illegal gambling law enforcement.

Michael Irvin works ceremonies, deflects attention to Hall inductees

Michael Irvin works ceremonies, deflects attention to Hall inductees.

Saints legends on links before big game

By Garland Foreman LSN MARKSVILLE -- Less than 36 hours before kickoff of the Super Bowl XLIV, five of the biggest names in New Orleans Saints football history were in Marksville playing a round of golf this morning, and gave their predictions for Sunday's big game. Two of the players are some of the all-time fan favorite, Ricky Jackson and Dalton Hilliard. read more

Florida lawmakers consider new gaming options

Picture a Vegas-style Bellagio on the beach. Rows of neon-lit slot machines, blackjack dealers and craps dice.

Gamble for an animal

Black Jack won’t be just for Las Vegas and Atlantic City on Feb. 27.

Do you think that Katie and Alex got married for the publicity?

Katie Price and Celebrity Big Brother winner Alex Reid have married, a spokesman for the pair has announced. Reid and Price tied the knot in a "private" wedding service in the Wynn Hotel wedding chapel in front of a small number of family and friends.

Hockey: North Rockland edges Clarkstown North, 2-1; more games ...

North Rockland 2, Clarkstown North 1: At Sport-O-Rama in Monsey, Mike Meigh and Frank Cioppa each had a goal and an assist. Spencer Cohen scored for the Rams.

Parimutuels bank on virtual blackjack machines

``Finally, $5 blackjack!'' a Gulfstream Park billboard along Interstate 95 proclaims. Just a few feet to the right, a Mardi Gras Casino billboard shouts ``Virtual Blackjack Baby!''

Where to watch Super Bowl XLIV

Blue Crew Sports Grill

Mortgage investors try to regroup

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. - The financial wizards who concocted the complicated mortgage-linked investments that nearly brought down the world economy are trying to come back from the dead.

'Who Dat' rules Mardi Gras parade

The Twin Cities' Mardi Gras parade ended Saturday night in Monroe. But for parts of the parade route, the floats seemed destined for Miami.

Gaming testimony to continue Tuesday

Opponents to proposed changes to a bill augmenting expanded gaming will have their say Tuesday when they testify in front of the Senate Federal and State Affairs Committee.

Hearing to be Monday on tree removal for River’s Edge Park

A public hearing on tree removal along the Missouri River to make way for the new River’s Edge Park is on the Council Bluffs City Council agenda Monday evening.

Mariano Rivera's star treatment

When Mariano Rivera arrived at Mario's on Arthur Avenue in the "Little Italy of The Bronx" for a fund-raiser for underprivileged kids whose fathers...

Escaped trusty apprehended in Houston

Jamaul LeBleu escaped from a work detail in Vinton on Wednesday. He was found in Houston on Friday.

Commentary: Local prognosticators differ on who will Super Bowl

Sunday’s game has all the makings to be an instant classic. The game features two of the best offenses in football against two defenses that at times struggled.

Wranglers Stymied by Steelheads, 4-2

Las Vegas, NV- The Las Vegas Wranglers® (19-23-5, 43 Points) were defeated by the Idaho Steelheads (32-11-3, 67 Points) 4-2 in front of 4,653 fans Saturday night at the Orleans Arena.

Cubs second at districts; Garcia still in pursuit of fourth straight state wrestling title

EVERETT — Derek Garcia smiled wryly Saturday as he collected a forfeit and a fourth district wrestling championship on the way to what, barring injury, will almost certainly be a fourth state…

Judge nixes public defender for Marrone

A judge told the operator of a derelict casino boat that ultimately was cut up and hauled away at taxpayers' expense that he must either represent himself in court or pay for a private attorney --... read more

Singapore issues its first casino license

Singapore, Feb 7 : Singapore has issued its first casino license to a multi-billion dollar gambling-linked resort developments that is taking place on the island state.

Security breaches pose doubts over consolidated state systems

A recent breach in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s database is raising questions about how safe data is in state computer systems.

Karina Smirnoff and others party on Super Bowl eve

Weekend: A night of 'Momedy'

You don't have to be a mom, or even a woman, to enjoy the humor and clever wit of the hilarious stars of Mama's Night Out -- Karen Morgan, Nancy Witter and Sherry Davey. The Arts Partnership proudly presents Mama's Night Out at 8 p.m. Feb. 27 in Findlay's Central Auditorium.

Top seeds in shock SA Open exit

A switch from "casino" tennis to "concentration" tennis was the key, said Frenchman Stephane Robert, to his upset victory over second seed David Ferrer of Spain.

Budget shortfall looms large over governor's race

Options proposed to deal with a deficit projected to be at least $10 billion include casino gambling.

H.S. Roundup: Lancaster's Davis is smart choice for top state honor

Cory Davis was among those recognized this weekend for hitting the books as hard as he hit anyone on the football field.

People take "Polar Bear Plunge" for a good cause

DURANT -- When it's 37 degrees outside, most people can't imagine jumping into an ice cold swimming pool. But that’s exactly what more than two dozen people did today in the name of a good cause.

Minsi Trail Bridge work set to restart in Bethlehem

Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is paying to expand the Lehigh River crossing's south intersection.

For Steelers, it was another Super decade

Just before the Steelers made Super Bowl history in Florida a year ago, safety Ryan Clark talked about how Pittsburgh's psyche is governed by football. "The mood of the city is set by what we do.

Hundreds brave snow to attend Berks County Rotary clubs fundraiser

Members and supporters of Berks County Rotary clubs braved snowy roads Saturday night to attend a Casino Night fundraiser. More than 600 tickets were sold to the event at the Inn at Reading, Wyomissing. Proceeds are going toward Rotary efforts to eradicate polio in developing countries.

Massive Storm Pummels Valley

A massive winter storm buried the Upper Ohio Valley in more than a foot of snow Saturday, leaving about 20,000 local residents without power. Temperatures overnight were expected to drop into the single digits, leaving many of those without power looking for suitable shelter.

Weirton Chamber announces 2010 board

The Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce continues to strive towards its mission "Business and Professional people working together to make their community a better place for everyone to live and work."

Becky Rudy is among leaders in L-L League

Lampeter-Strasburg High School senior Becky Rudy established herself as one of the top female bowlers in the Lancaster-Lebanon League this season.With an average of 205, she is tied for second among girls in the L-L League and has the highest girls' single game (255) in Section Two.She is helpin...

Greenetrack's machines are compared to the six-prong test set by the state’s Supreme Court

By Jason Morton Staff Writer Officials in Greene County appear ready to block Gov. Bob Riley and his task force from raiding Greenetrack, contending the electronic bingo machines meet the legal standards. Do they?

Pressure grows to use bingo for revenue

By Dana Beyerle Montgomery Bureau Chief MONTGOMERY | Political and public pressure is building to use bingo revenue to prop up Alabama’s financially ailing education and general government budgets.

Occupants of car in high-speed crash ID'd

Occupants of a car that eluded Idaho and Washington police late Friday afternoon were identified on Saturday. A 17-year-old from Worley was allegedly the driver of a 2002 Lincoln LS involved in a pursuit that began on U.S. 95 near Elder Road just north of the Coeur d'Alene Casino around 4:36 p.m.

NJ Gov Plans Tour Of Snow Socked Coast

Gov. Chris Christie and fellow New Jerseyans should see "a better day" Sunday, when sunshine and clear skies are expected to replace the blizzard conditions that left parts of the state under mounds of snow and brought the weekend to a standstill.

Report: Driver told police he had history of blackouts

LAUGHLIN - Authorities on Friday released the identity of the second victim in Wednesday's crash at the Edgewater Hotel & Casino. The woman is identified as 74-year-old Helene Katherine Walker of Mesa, Ariz.

Former casino workers pick up paychecks

TUSKEGEE -- Almost 1,800 paychecks were handed out Saturday to employees of VictoryLand. Workers lined up around the Macon County Courthouse at 7:30 a.m. to pick up paychecks they didn't receive when all areas of VictoryLand -- the gambling areas, Oasis hotel, dog track, restaurants and bars -- closed unexpectedly Thursday.

Heavy Lifting

Jim Nickerson's safe haven had suddenly become the last place he wanted to be.

Empty 'mystery building' draws attention in Gary

A sign on the door calls it a "private club." The Lake County record says it's federal property. The feds say they sold the former Smith's Cleaners building in 1983, but they don't know who bought it. And while the shabby state of the building at 1701 Jefferson St. suggests the club's members are long gone, there's a shiny padlock on the door, a satellite dish on the roof and steam has been seen ...

Stories from The Sunday Times

Police to vet Nadur carnival song lyrics - Christian Peregin Rock bands booked to perform during the Nadur Carnival have been asked to submit their planned 'repertoire' to the local council and police in an...

Randy Couture looks as dominant as ever in latest win

Two mixed martial legends walked into the octagon for the main event of UFC 109 at Mandalay Bay Events Center on Saturday. One of them proved he’s still a scary contender in the light heavyweight division. The other may have proved the division has passed him by.

Still no trace of Casino robbers' speedboat

The white speedboat used by robbers who raided the Casino di Venezia at the Vittoriosa waterfront last Wednesday has still not been found as police continue their investigations into the heist.

Layoffs fan fears for fire safety

Thrown for a loss

Bookies in Las Vegas remember a Super Bowl that wasn't so super for them.

Hammerwood: Dirty old town (but busy)

Would-be superhero Arthur Poppington (Woody Harrelson) tries to save the world in Defendor , opening Feb. 19. And the place he wages his onscreen campaign is in the gritty streets of Hamilton.

Education Digest: February 7

Soquel Payne to retire from Main Street Brenda Payne will retire from her job as principal of Main Street Elementary School on June 30 and be replaced by Craig Broadhurst, the assistant principal at New Brighton Middle School.

Temecula student rides high at Palm Springs rodeo

A 19-year-old from Temecula was crowned queen Saturday of an upcoming Palm Springs rodeo. Jessica Tourino became rodeo queen of the 2010 Frank Bogert Memorial Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association event during a ceremony at Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs.

DeNaples' suit over bank post dismissed

SCRANTON - Dunmore businessman Louis A. DeNaples' efforts to regain his seat on the board of directors of First National Community Bank were dealt a setback Thursday when a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit DeNaples filed against the Office of the Comptr

Jennifer Dinko wed to Ryan Jastremsky

Jennifer Lynn Dinko, daughter of John and Lori Dinko, White Haven, and Ryan Jastremsky, son of John and Lynn Jastremsky, Freeland, were married in a double ring ceremony performed by the Rev. Cyril D. Edwards in Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Chur

Paul Carpenter -- Not everybody is fond of haggis

There is no such thing

MIAMI BOUND

A jazz band was playing Friday afternoon as the passengers arrived.

This 'simple man' had a huge heart

The easiest columns to write are about peo ple you love. No reaching fouls. No nonsense. No censoring concerns. No painful creative thought process. No substance search. Just a refresher course or two to round up stories heard over many years. Every once in a while I'd nuzzle up...

Salvation Army request put off a month

Residents who live off Mussey Grade Road in Ramona were primed for a battle last week over a proposal to vastly expand a Salvation Army retreat and camp along their five-mile-long dead-end road.

Christie offers choice words to N.J. utility

Thinking of trying to change a politician's mind? As one agency learned last week, trying to spend taxpayer dollars to persuade leaders to shut up may have a downside.

business briefs for the week of Feb. 7

The Greater Atlantic City Chamber monthly Business After Hours Mixer will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Il Mulino New York located in Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort in Atlantic City.

Book review: Four lives intersect in the swirl of economy's tragic vortex

Adam Haslett's timing on "Union Atlantic" is nothing short of freaky. If "Bonfire of the Vanities" seemed eerily prescient regarding Wall Street greed and the stock market crash of 1987, then "Union Atlantic" is the morality tale that previews the takedown of high-flying financial institutions in 2008.

Sunday's highlights

WOOF! Adorable dogs get their game faces on for 'Puppy Bowl VI,' at 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 p.m. on Animal Planet.

Pool hall, sports bar open

The Dakota Cue Club and Bigs Sports Bar and Casino are now open on West 12th Street. The two businesses, which will be operated separately, are located at 3108 and 3110 W. 12th St. Dakota Cue Club is an upscale pool hall that has 12 pool tables along with game coves where people can play Wii and Xbox 360 games.

Business at a glance

Gadget Girl LLC, specializing in decorating articles with a company name, logo and contact information, was launched by Leigh Robinson of Fort Wayne.

Crow leaders look to replace casino

CROW AGENCY — The Little Big Horn Casino in Crow Agency mustovercome major obstacles, including a $400,000 debt to the IRS, tocontinue operating on the Crow Reservation.

Civil complaint

A trio of Crow tribal members has filed a civil complaintagainst the four members of the Crow executive branch, allegingfinancial malfeasance, among other issues.

Grit (and tax credits) draw film crews to Hamilton

The Hammer is turning a tidy profit making movies, TV shows and music videos.

Pools already at saturation point

Melbourne is more or less overflowing with public swimming pools.

Tom Metzger has joined the board of Community Food Share to serve a two-year term.

Sports gambling can be a costly deal

The Record (Hackensack N.J.) Kevin stared down at New York's East River, its murky water beckoning him to jump.

NJ governor plans tour of snow-socked coast

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Gov. Chris Christie and fellow New Jerseyans should see "a better day" Sunday, when sunshine and clear skies are expected to replace the blizzard conditions that left parts of the state under mounds of snow and brought the weekend to a standstill.

Carson library encourages all ages to read 'Three Cups of Tea'

As part of his fifth-grade reading group, Austin Tucker is joining the community in reading "Three Cups of Tea." "It kind of makes me think, cherish everything you have because other people don't have it," he said. "Don't just have everything and take it for granted." The 11-year-old Seeliger Elementary School student is on the right track, said Carson City Library Director Sara Jones. The ...

Lobbyists push legalization of Internet gambling

WASHINGTON - Poker lobbyists are ramping up an aggressive push backed by millions of dollars to legalize Internet gambling in the United States this year, hoping to overcome passionate objections from social conservatives, sports leagues and other longtime opponents. Partly bankrolled by offshore gaming companies, the campaign already has persuaded the Obama administration to delay enforcement ...

Commentary: Setting the record straight on Nugget redevelopment project

Based on recent comments in the Nevada Appeal regarding the Nugget project, please allow me to set the record straight. Since this is a community project, it is important that the community understand the facts surrounding this project, which are as follows: Nugget ownership The Nugget is owned by the Mae B. Adams Trust, subject to approval by the Nevada Gaming Comm-ission, which is expected in ...

Gov. Christie To Inspect South NJ After Snowstorm

Gov. Chris Christie and fellow New Jerseyans should see "a better day" Sunday, when sunshine and clear skies were expected to replace the blizzard conditions that left parts of the state under mounds of snow and brought the weekend to a standstill. Christie, urging people to stay off the roads Saturday, said he would tour southern New Jersey on Sunday and could make an emergency declaration that ...

Khaw Boon Wan: Even without the casinos, people are going gambling anyway

Written by Our Correspondent With the Resort World Sentosa casino set to open next Saturday, some Singaporeans are worried if it would lead to a rise in the number of gambling addiction problems. According to Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan, it is “hard to say” because Singaporeans are going to gamble anyway without the casinos: “Whether with the [...]

Pressure grows to use bingo as revenue source

By Dana Beyerle Times Montgomery Bureau MONTGOMERY — Political and public pressure is building to bring bingo bling to Alabama’s financially ailing school and general government revenue.

Health Minister Khaw reminds S'poreans not to make a living by gambling

SINGAPORE : Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan, who was visiting some rental flats in his constituency on Sunday, has reminded Singaporeans that gambling is not a way to make a living.

In rural Mississippi, dreams of a green car fleet

TUNICA COUNTY — Here in this Mississippi Delta county, they are waiting for the return of the slender man in the elegant suit — the one who spoke, in a heavy Chinese accent, of a promise that couldn't have been more welcome or fashionable.

Journey through Black History Month

By Lashonda Stinson Curry Staff writer Instead of watching a documentary or reading a book, a day trip could be the best way to experience black history up close and personal.(Courtesy photograph)

Bad economy boosts interest in gambling

A massive state budget deficit and an ailing economy have inspired lawmakers to introduce more than a dozen bills that legalize gambling in Hawaii, revitalizing interest in what lobbyist John Radcliffe said "ain't a new idea."

Super Bowl notebook

MIAMI — Rookie Drew Willy went 15-29 as quarterback for the University at Buffalo. Second-year pro Jamey Richard never enjoyed a winning season during his time with the Bulls.

3. The Super Bowl Today Yes, four plus hours of highlights, on-field analysis, pre-packaged features on human interest ...

4. NBA Doubleheader Magic at Celtics. ABC, 2:30 p.m. 5. PGA Golf Final round of the Northern Trust Open from beautiful Pacific Palisades, California. NBC, 2:30 p.m.

Not everybody is fond of haggis

There is no such thing

Associated Press Sunday Morning Ohio Headlines - 2/7/2010

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The state says an employee accidentally attached a spreadsheet with banking information for about 6,000 workers to an e-mail sent to state payroll administrators.

PHOTOS: Gov. Christie to Tour Snow Buried State

Gov. Chris Christie said he would tour southern New Jersey and could make an emergency declaration that would help the state secure aid. Photo by Donna Katrina Orpilla. Send Us Your Snow Pics | DC Snow Gallery

Singapore issues casino licence to Resorts World

SINGAPORE: Singapore's authorities issued a casino licence to Malaysia's Genting group last Saturday, allowing the company to add gaming to its ambitious development plans in the city-state. Resorts World Sentosa, built by Genting on a former British military outpost at a cost of US$4.4 billion (US$1 = RM3.44), opened four premium hotels last month in expectation of the licence. Singapore's ...

NJ Lawmakers To Consider Sports Betting Measure

Legislation that would allow New Jersey's horse racing tracks and Atlantic City casinos to accept wagers on sporting events will soon go before an Assembly panel. It would allow gamblers to make bets in person, over the phone or online, though wagers would not be allowed on college games that take place in the Garden State or involve a New Jersey college team, regardless of where the game was ...

Finals 'clear as mud'

WET outfields, stalled matches and batting collapses stifled the LJ Hooker League cricket over the weekend with the finals picture still as muddy as ever.

Mare puts four on the floor

Jockey Josh Jones brings Bonboniere Lady to the mounting yard after winning the Larry & Gail Commercial Hotel Kiss Cafe Rappville Cup (1000m) at Casino Racing Club on Saturday.

N.J. lawmakers to consider sports betting measure

TRENTON — Legislation that would allow New Jersey's horse racing tracks and Atlantic City casinos to accept wagers on sporting events will soon go before an Assembly panel.

Gold Coast brings footy to Lismore

EXPECT a full house at the Ramada Hotel's function room when the AFL's Gold Coast Football Club holds centre stage there tonight.

Rangers, Condors tie in the rain

ROUS Rangers and Workers Condors ran in a dramatic 7-all draw in a rain-affected match that played havoc in Far North Coast Softball at the weekend.

Souths stay in finals race

Alstonvilleâ€™s Andrew Larrecey takes a tumble after a delivery from Ballinaâ€™s Ben Collins in their LJ Hooker League match at Hill Park Oval, Wollongbar, on Saturday.

Stormy weather is set to continue

Surfers at The Pass at Byron Bay were the only ones not worried about getting wet from the deluge hitting Northern NSW over the weekend. Come to Maclean and experience a piece of Scotland in Australia.

Casino track to be closed

CASINO Racing Club's course proper will be closed for at least one week after being reduced to a marsh at Saturday's Rappville Cup meeting.

Speedway washed out

LAST Saturday night's NSW Modified Production Sedan Championship and AMCA sedan title race at Lismore Speedway was washed out and will now be held in May.

A love for meeting people

ROSARIO Antoinette “Chacha” Rama (nee Realiza) of Marco Polo Plaza Hotel and Joan Mitz Zamora of Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino share a common love for meeting people, which is ideal for the read more

Christie to tour state, assess damage

Gov. Chris Christie and fellow New Jerseyans should see "a better day", when sunshine and clear skies are expected to replace the blizzard conditions that left parts of the state under mounds of snow and brought the weekend to a standstill.

Snow affects everyone in Valley

The 20-inch snowfall affected virtually every facet of life in the Valley, from its biggest businesses to just average folks.

Gov. To Inspect As NJ Power Outages Continue

Traficant admits interest in Indian casino is lacking

YOUNGSTOWN - Former U.S. Rep. James Traficant (D., Youngstown) has acknowledged that business groups appear uninterested in his plan to push for an Indian gambling casino in Youngstown. But he wouldn't address one of the plan's most significant problems: Ohio has no federally recognized American Indian tribes. Ohio voters in November approved casinos in Toledo, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and ...

No Interest In Traficant Ohio Casino Plan

A former Ohio congressman convicted of corruption is acknowledging business groups appear uninterested in his plan to pitch an Indian gambling casino in Youngstown.

N.J.'s Gov. Christie plans tour of snow-socked coast

ATLANTIC CITY — Governor Christie and fellow New Jerseyans should see "a better day" Sunday, when sunshine and clear skies are expected to replace the blizzard conditions that left parts of the state under mounds of snow and brought the weekend to a standstill.

SVC hosts ‘citizenship day’

MOUNT VERNON — Sedro-Woolley resident and English citizen Paul Baker has lived in the United States since he was 13. He has been living as a legal permanent resident of the United States…

RWS ready to roll by CNY

THE DOORS to Singapore's first casino and theme park, Universal Studios, will be flung open by the Chinese New Year, which is widely regarded as an auspicious time. Tenants and staff at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) told The Straits Times that they have been gearing up for the big opening at the end of this week.

Endeavour Launch Rescheduled

Managers officially have scheduled space shuttle Endeavour's next launch attempt for Monday, Feb. 8 at 4:14 a.m. EST.

Bluffs hearing focuses on trees

A plan calls for removing 200 cottonwoods along the Missouri to create a Great Lawn.

Christie plans tour of snow-socked NJ coast

Is Gary Building A Secret Gambling Club?

While the shabby state of the building at 1701 Jefferson St. suggests the club’s members are long gone, there's a shiny padlock on the door, a satellite dish on the roof and steam has been seen pouring out of a vent. Gary police say the building, off the tax rolls for more than 25 years, has long been used for illegal gambling.

Romance at Waterfront Mactan

The best thing about me is you.

Kaliesha West Heading To Denmark For World Title Bid

Kaliesha West Heading To Denmark For World Title. Can she bring it back?

Canadian Boxing: Lemieux, Trupish, DeLaronde, Ngoudjo, Valdez, Cermak, Emerge Victorious Saturday Night

By G. M. Ross – It was a busy Saturday night for Canadian boxing fans, with cards at the Montreal Casino, in Montreal, Quebec, and the Shaw Conference Centre, in Edmonton, Alberta.

Super Bowl:Jimmy Johnson On The Future Of The Game

Some things just seem to go together. Peanut butter and jelly, cheese and crackers, and bagels and lox. Former University of Miami, Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins coach Jimmy Johnson says he feels the same way about Super Bowls and South Florida – they just seem to go together.

Greene County officials: Sheriff should arrest task force members if Greenetrack raided without warrant

Greene County officials say without a warrant, raid would be illegal.

Christie Expects To Apply For Federal Storm Aid

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says he expects to seek federal funds to help cover cleanup costs from this weekend's monster snow storm, but a final decision hasn't been made. As he toured southern New Jersey coastal areas Sunday that were hit hard by blizzard conditions, Christie said he was still a few days away from declaring a state of emergency. That would start the process of applying for ...

Gov to push school aid, bridge for looming cliff

HARRISBURG, Pa.—When Ed Rendell delivers his annual budget speech for the last time Tuesday, the governor known for bringing a kitchen-sink full of priorities is expected to outline a narrower set of goals.

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Lack of Business Support for Traficant's Casino

A former Ohio congressman convicted of corruption is acknowledging business groups appear uninterested in his plan to pitch an Indian gambling casino in Youngstown. James Traficant said Friday that he hasn't heard from any area business about his proposal. Traficant wouldn't address one of the plan's most significant problems: there are no federally recognized American Indian tribes in Ohio ...

N.J. Assembly panel to consider law allowing sports betting

TRENTON -- Legislation that would allow New Jersey's horse racing tracks and Atlantic City casinos to accept wagers on sporting events will go before an Assembly panel this week. Star-Ledger file photoThe Trump Taj Mahal hotel and casino in Atlantic...

Entertainment resumes in city

Rivers Casino is open for business today. And previously scheduled events in the city's Cultural District are proceeding as planned.

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Conn. gov wants to gamble on Keno again

Faced with a nagging budget deficit problem, Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell is gambling once again on Keno as a new way to raise desperately needed revenues.

Utilities, buses slowly restore service

Utilities and transportation officials struggled to come back online this morning as the region continued to dig out from nearly 2 feet of snow.

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