Article Archives for 2010-02-09

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Gov. Bob Riley says the state will provide assistance to laid off casino workers even though he considers the casinos illegal.

Greene County officials vow to stop any raid on electronic bingo casino

A showdown is developing between the governor and Greene County officials over one of the largest electronic bingo casinos still operating in Alabama.

HeadsUp Entertainment Provides Corporate Overview and Update

CALGARY , ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 8, 2010) - HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. (PINK SHEETS:HDUP) is pleased to provide a corporate update for its shareholders and other interested parties. Having just completed its year end as of January 31, the Company is currently preparing its quarterly and year end financial statements which will be posted on www.pinksheets.com ...

Rodent takes out the Palace Casino

BILOXI, MS (WLOX) - Two hours before Super Bowl XLIV kicked off in Miami, the power clicked off at the Palace Casino in Biloxi. An electrical short at 3:30 Sunday afternoon killed the power, forcing an evacuation of the property.

View from the top: A.C. rewards its most loyal guests royally

Want one of the ritziest of high-class rooms in Atlantic City? Become a regular, spend the dough elsewhere and wait for the invitation for a free night ...

Monday February 08, 2010 - 17:47 EST

ROCHESTER -- An Ontario County man Joseph J. Fafone, who helped build BetOnline.com , continues to protest his innocence against charges related to Internet gambling, the Democrat and Chronicle reported.

Community Club Mid-Winter Bridge

Lee Amrhein in front with Ann Heinzelmann next were working the prize table and the prizes were many and lovely. The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead held itsannual Mid-Winter Bridge on January 20th at the Garden City Casino and had a full house.

Foundation announces new members

The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound recently announced the 2010 officers for its 18-member board of directors.

KCK Casino Expecting a Go-Ahead

The Kansas Racing Commission is expected to approve a casino at the Kansas Speedway.

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LIRR President to Speak at Community Club

Speaker at the Community Club, Helena E. Williams, President if the LIRR Helena E. Williams, President of the Long Island Railroad, will be the speaker at the meeting of the Community Club on February 18 th at the Garden City Casino at 1:30 p.m.

Rapid Response Team to help displaced bingo workers

Alabamians put out of work after gaming centers around the state closed their doors last week are to receive help from the state's Rapid Response Team.

Monday February 08, 2010 - 17:31 EST

Atlantic City's casino and tourism industry is under assault. In the past few weeks, Pennsylvania and Delaware have added table games to their casinos, giving two Atlantic City feeder markets casinos that can compete directly with the Boardwalk.

MotorCity Casino Hotel Selects Top Web 2.0 gameViz Solution for Gaming Analytics

SAN DIEGO----BIS2, the provider of award-winning, innovative, visually centric enterprise analytical software that enables valuable business decisions to be made from massive data collections, announced today that the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit, MI, has chosen to install its gaming industry-specific gameViz software.

Big banks are too big – and unproductive

They're hurting the mainstream economy and providing 'a hundred trillion [dollars] of worthless activity'

Wranglers Trade Kang To Johnstown

The Las Vegas Wranglers announced today that forward Matt Kang has been traded to the Johnstown Chiefs for future considerations. Kang, 21, appeared in 24 games for the Wranglers prior to his trade, scoring four goals and one assist and accumulating 28 penalty minutes.

Taking a fast look ahead at the 2010 Truck series

Ron Hornaday earned his fourth championship in 2009 and has to be a favorite for title No. 5.

Moody's reviews its ratings for MGM Mirage

Moody's Investors Service said Monday it's reviewing MGM Mirage's debt ratings for possible upgrade after the casino operator said it wants to push back the maturity dates on some $5.55 billion of debt by more than two years.

MGM may sell 50 percent interest in Borgata

ATLANTIC CITY - MGM Mirage Inc. has put its half ownership of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa into a trust while it continues settlement talks with New Jersey gaming regulators over its controversial partnership for a Macau casino.

Greenetrack casino operating as usual

Area officials again vowed to block any attempt to raid the casino

Gov. Riley announces assistance for out-of-work casino employees

The state's rapid response teams will be in Macon, Houston and Lowndes counties tomorrow to help the unemployed with things like filing for unemployment compensation, health insurance needs and job training.

Governor Riley: Rapid Response Team to Help Workers at Closed Casinos

Paterson "Gnashing His Teeth" Over Queens Racino Deal

Speculators say the NY Times's Paterson scoop has to do with drugs , swinger parties or some combination of the two, but as scandals pile up, it seems like the news could have to do with 4,500 video slot machines planned for a racetrack in Queens. In a move that by some accounts "smacked of favoritism" Gov. Paterson awarded the project to a company that operates a shabby casino in Elko, Nevada ...

Mount Airy applies for table games

PARADISE TWP. -- Earlier this afternoon, Mount Airy Casino Resort near Mount Poocno filed an application with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board seeking approval for a Table Game Operation Certificate.

Great Falls bars experience smoke-free Super Bowl Play Video

It's been four months since the smoke cleared in Montana's bars and casinos, and Great Falls smokers and non-smokers alike noticed a difference at this year's Super Bowl events.

Casino officials release conceptual drawings

Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway is starting to take shape, at least in the design and concept stage.

Monday February 08, 2010 - 16:01 EST

MALTA -- Police continue to search for the white speedboat that was used to rob the Casino di Venezia last Wednesday, The Times of Malta reported.

Elixir Gaming Technologies to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results on March 9 and Host Conference Call ...

HONG KONG----Elixir Gaming Technologies, Inc. announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009 financial results on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 and will host a conference call that same day at 8:30 a.m.

MGM Mirage seeks to divest from Borgata in NJ

Casino operator MGM Mirage is hoping to settle questions raised by New Jersey regulators over its ties to a controversial Chinese casino family by putting its stake in an Atlantic City casino into a trust.

Oman Roadshow

Watch out Dubai and Abu Dhabi - you have an ambitious challenger for a share of the Arabian tourist market: the Sultanate of Oman.

Inbox: How did Tribe pursue Hudson?

Snow, bitter cold take heavy toll on ill, elderly

Georgiana and Clarence Myles have been married 66 years, but the snowstorm of 2010 might have brought them closer than they've ever been. "It was so cold in the house, you could see your breath," said Georgiana Myles, 83, who lives with her 84-year-old husband on Sylvania Street in Beltzhoover.

Bank of America writes big check to SteelStacks

Tom Woodward, Bank of America's president for the Pennsylvania market, stopped in Bethlehem this afternoon to deliver a $250,000 check to help pay for SteelStacks, an arts and broadcasting complex under construction at the former Bethlehem Steel plant.

Monday February 08, 2010 - 15:46 EST

SYDNEY, Australia — Star City Casino workers, who were on strike January 30-31, have voted against the casino's 2% pay rise offer, the Green Left Weekly reports.

MGM Looks to Extend Debt, Flee Atlantic City

MGM Mirage is looking to extend $5.5 billion in debt nearly three years.

Paterson Scandal Unveiling Day Has Been Postponed Until Wednesday [Rumormonger]

WPIX says the New York Times' resignation-worthy takedown-to-end-all-takedowns of David Paterson will now appear on Wednesday. If it doesn't, we're sure it will come out on Thursday, or maybe Friday....

Dothan Commissioners Revamp Bingo Policies

The Houston County Commission in Dothan, Alabama has amended their bingo policies so as to more closely allign them with state law.

Design Concept Released For Speedway Casino

Kansas Entertainment releases a design concept for the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway.

Devin Hester has super homecoming week

Devin Hester experienced the joy of Super Bowl Week without having to actually play in Super Bowl XLIV in Miami.

Kruse has been Covert regarding their divorce

FM107 radio personality Colleen Kruse has a reason for not being on the dating market.

Book Sexiest Hotels For Valentine Vacation

If you're looking for a hotel that sends the right message to your significant other this Valentine's Day, TripAdvisor is ready to play cupid.

State Senate panel approves sports betting at casinos, racetracks

TRENTON - A state Senate committee approved a proposed constitutional amendment Monday to allow sports betting in Atlantic City casinos and at New Jersey racetracks if a federal government ban against sports gambling were eliminated.

David Paterson's scandal: 3 theories

Rumors are flying that a New York Times "bombshell" could force Gov. Paterson to resign. What's the scandal?

Deadlines approaching for youth and adult scholarships from Soroptimists

Soroptimist International of Truckee Meadows is seeking women and youth applicants for their spring time scholarship awards.

Temperature rise threatens 97% of coral

THE risk of a mass coral bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef is low for the time being, but climate change remains a great concern to scientists.

JEFF POWELL'S BOXING COLUMN: America honours Pacquiao to leave Mayweather staring at his date with destiny

The Holy Grail of boxing is to be found deep inside the minds of the blood brotherhood and within that labyrinth the Pacman is defeating the Money Man without them throwing so much as a single punch at each other.

N.J. state Senate panel OKs sports-betting bill

A state Senate committee offered its support Monday for consideration of an amendment to the state Constitution that would allow betting on professional and college sports at Atlantic City casinos and the state’s racetracks.

N.J. Senate committee approves sports betting constitutional amendment vote

AP Photo/ Steve RuarkDave Miller, right, of Lewes, Del. watches horse races at the new sports book parlor at Dover Downs casino in Dover, Del. in September after a federal appeals court ruled that Delaware can offer parlay betting, but...

Only 121 out of 5,000 casino applicants rejected

THE Casino Regulatory Authority (CRA) has come out to clear the air over who is allowed to work as a croupier or cashier in the casinos of the two integrated resorts.

Coalition offers six-months paid leave

THE Coalition will attempt to win over family and female voters by offering six-months paid parental leave and giving nannies similar pay and conditions as childcare workers, reports say.

Atlantic City, Long Beach Township report major sand loss

The state’s Department of Environmental Protection found two “areas of concern” following the storm: Atlantic City and the Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township, Ocean County. Above, the storm cut into the beach near 47th Street in Brant Beach.

Govt suspends use of foil insulation

THE Federal Government has suspended the use of foil insulation nationwide under the home insulation program, effective on Tuesday.

As rumors swirl, Paterson has uphill climb

Gov. David Paterson’s aides insisted Monday that he will remain in office and seek re-election even as rumors continued to swirl about his personal life.

Passion hopefully leads to a lifelong love affair

Q. Are the French correct in saying that “love makes the time pass and time makes love pass?” Or can friendship and commitment sustain a relationship after the initial passion cools?

Book offers ingredients of tasty recipe for family gardening

Title: “The Family Kitchen Garden: How to Plant, Grow, and Cook Together” Authors: Karen Liebreich, Jutta Wagner and Annette Wendland Publisher:…

Lottery chief predicts revenue will level off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- After three consecutive years of declining revenues, West Virginia Lottery Director John Musgrave said he believes state Lottery revenues will level off in future years -- despite a weak economy and increased competition from neigh...

Business Hall of Fame inducts rare northerner

The latest group of inductees to the Nevada Business Hall of Fame includes a rare nod to the northern part of the state. "In the past, we have tried to achieve some regional diversity," said Paul Jarley, dean of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Business, which maintains the hall.

Fantasy Springs' new host site for Sinatra Celebrity golf event

Fantasy Springs Casino Resort will host the 22nd Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational golf tournament Feb. 19-20 on its adjoining Eagle Falls Golf Course, two properties owned and operated by the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians.

Editorial / Poll: State education budget ... get real with numbers

The good news is that the proposed 2010-11 spending plan for public education issued by Florida Gov. Charlie Crist defies the movement to do more with less.Crist’s budget outline for kindergarten through 12th grade is for $22.7 billion — an increase of more than a half-billion dollars over the current fiscal year.The bad news is that local education officials, who should be happy, are wary. From ...

Patterson Woman Claims Lottery Prize Over $5OOK

BATON ROUGE - Donna B. Landry of Patterson claimed the sole winning ticket for $521,406 Lotto jackpot from the Jan. 13 drawing. Landry purchased her winning ticket from Bayou Vista Truck Plaza and Casino on Highway 90 West in Patterson. The retailer will receive a one-time bonus of $5,214 or one percent of the jackpot prize, for selling Landry her winning ticket. Landry, age 45, received $364 ...

Business briefs for Feb. 9, 2010

Get FREE Daily Headlines by email! Española Community Market, a natural foods co-op in the works for Española and the surrounding area, has named Nancy Chatfield president to push the initiative forward after the death of former president Roger Salles in October.

Happy Saints fans celebrate at B.B.'s Po-Boys in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, MS (WLOX) - It's been a haven for Who Dats for some 20 years. So it's no surprise that plenty of Saints fans made lunch plans Monday at BB's Seafood and Po-Boys in Ocean Springs.

County officials vow to block bingo raid

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A showdown is developing between the governor and Greene County officials over one of the largest electronic bingo casinos still operating in Alabama. Greene County Sheriff Ison Thomas said that he regulates the machines used at...

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-02-08 23:30 Malaysia-Market factors to watch Feb 9

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Reuters) - Following is a list of events in Malaysia as well as news stories and press reports which may influence financial markets.

1. Resorts World Singapore casino to open this week

PETALING JAYA: Genting Singapore PLC, which has been issued a licence for its casino at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), is expected to open its doors this week.

CES inks 3-fight series at Foxwoods

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 8, 2010) – Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), announced today that CES will pro ...

Cities try to crack down on gambling parlors

Even before state lawmakers can draw up restrictions on the latest gaming business to take hold in North Carolina, municipal officials are using zoning rules to crack down on the so-called sweepstakes cafes.

David Jones H1 sales up 2.3%

DEPARTMENT store David Jones Ltd has increased its first half sales by 2.3 per cent and sharply raised its interim and second half profit guidance.

Soft drinks 'tied to pancreatic cancer'

PEOPLE who drink at least two sugary soft drinks a day have an increased risk of contracting cancer of the pancreas, a study published on Monday shows.

Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas to close in May

The Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas in Henderson will close its doors May 2. "Our owners, Village Hospitality, decided they could no longer fund the hotel," Ritz-Carlton spokeswoman Vivian Deuschl told the Sun. "As a result of that, we can no longer operate the hotel without adequate funding."

GISD narrows coaching field to five finalists for AD job

Within the next week, the Gainesville Leopards hopefully will have a new head football coach and athletic director.

Monday's HS Girls Basketball Roundup

The Lindsay Lady Knights seventh grade girls basketball team finished the 2009-10 season with an undefeated record after winning their District 10-A tournament in Muenster over the weekend.

Franklin returns in Leopards loss to Argyle

The Gainesville Leopards welcomed back a key player to the mix Friday when senior DeShawn Franklin returned to the lineup after missing the entire season up to this point with a knee injury sustained during football.

Sherman man hit, killed changing tire on U.S. 82

SHERMAN, TX - An accident claimed the life of a Sherman man over the weekend when a car hit a 20-year-old while he was changing a tire.

The Fine Point Group Announces Promotion of Marlene R. Reyes to Executive Vice President and Chief Client Officer

Today, The Fine Point Group, the gaming industry's largest full-service consultancy and management company, announced the promotion of Marlene R. Reyes to Executive Vice President and Chief Client Officer. Â

Joel Edgerton to star in 'The Thing'

AUSSIE actor Joel Edgerton has been cast in the Hollywood remake of 'The Thing', about a shape-shifting alien who terrorises a group of people in Antarctica.

CHARITY: Pala food server organizes relief effort for Haiti

After seeing the devastation and suffering in Haiti thatfollowed the massive earthquake there last month, a food server atthe Pala Resort & Casino decided she had to do something tohelp.

State to help jobless casino workers

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The state will provide assistance to laid off casino workers even though he considers the casinos illegal. More than 200 of those workers come from White Hall Entertainment Center, which shut its doors last week indefinitely.

Monday’s Prep Scoreboard

Boys’ Basketball Mount Vernon at Blaine, 7:30 p.m. Anacortes at Sedro-Woolley, 7:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Marysville-Pilchuck at Oak Harbor,…

Losing O-Tigers a sign of the times in N.Y.

Franchises come; franchises go.

Renewed hope for slots at track

Gov. Chris Christie's transition team had warmed up to the idea of allowing a casino resort to be built at the Meadowlands Sports Complex, but reference to that idea was scrubbed out of a final report.

British Land, BSkyB, RBS, Tullow: U.K., Irish Equity Preview

Feb. 9 (Bloomberg) -- The following is a list of companies whose shares may have unusual price changes in U.K. and Irish markets today. Stock symbols are in parentheses and prices are from the last market close.

KING ARTHUR AND CAPTAIN HUCK MOVE CAMP TO PALM SPRINGS

BERLIN (Feb. 8, 2010) — Tournament point leader King Arthur Abraham (31-0, 25 KOs) is on his way to America. The undefeated 29-year-old has bo ...

Microsoft brings Minority Report to life

Curtin University one of the first to embrace the Surface, a $21,000 touchscreen coffee table computer.

Ringo to play Mystic Lake

Tickets, priced from $79 to $109, will go on sale April 24. In other concert news, veterans Loudon Wainwright III and Richard Thompson will team up for the Loud & Rich Tour April 14 at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.

CITY COUNCIL: Display case project on hold

An objection from the owner of a local woodworking company prompted city officials on Monday to hold off on a plan to build a new display case at City Hall.

There's no haircut like an old fashioned barber haircut

D'IBERVILLE, MS (WLOX) - I've been seeing a guy about every other month for the 21 years I've lived on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We have a good relationship and enjoy one another's company. He charges a fair rate for his services.

Gowan, Don Rickles to play Fallsview casino

NIAGARA FALLS — Gowan will rock the casino this spring as part of Niagara Fallsview Resort Casino's May concert lineup.[...]

Genting remains robust given RWS casino licence

KUCHING: Resort World Sentosa (RWS) would gain full benefits of monopoly during the peak Chinese New Year (CNY) festive season given its advantage of obtaining the casino licence over the weekend.

Surface brings Minority Report to life

Curtin University one of the first to embrace Microsoft's cutting-edge touchscreen coffee table computer.

Charles Barkley backs Del Negro

Charles Barkley has had his reservations about Vinny Del Negro . But "The Round Mound of Rebound" sounds as if he is in the corner of the Bulls coach, at least for now.

Junk Bonds Show Ebbing Distress on Record Sales: Credit Markets

Feb. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Investors in the lowest rated corporate bonds are looking past concern that worsening government finances will derail the economy, paying prices that imply the fastest drop in defaults in more than a decade.

Harrah's faces new set of sexual-harassment lawsuits

Harrah’s not only tolerated sexual harassment but covered it up, alleges a new set of lawsuits against the casino.

Aid For Unemployed Casino Workers

Gov. Bob Riley says the state will provide assistance to laid off casino workers even though he considers the casinos illegal.

Microsoft Surface brings Minority Report to life

Microsoft Australia begins selling its $21,000 Surface touchscreen coffee table computer, which responds to natural hand gestures and real-world objects and will soon be deployed in stores across the country.

NRL trophy chopper delivery cost $38K

IT cost almost $40,000 to deliver the NRL grand final trophy by Black Hawk helicopter to ANZ Stadium last year.

Freehold track gets subsidy, ups purses

Purse money at Freehold Raceway will increase by nearly $4.8 million over the next year because of a shift of racing subsidy funds paid by the casino industry. The funds weren't previously paid to the track because raceway owners wouldn't sign off on an agreement restricting them from pursuing casino games outside of Atlantic City.

Mount Airy applies for table games license

Mount Airy became the second Pennsylvania casino to file an application for newly approved table games on Monday.

California dreaming: sun, surf and fun in laid-back paradise

Los Angeles/Laguna Beach - Maybe it was the songs of the Beach Boys, or perhaps Albert Hammonds' It Never Rains in Southern California which shaped the world's image of the region between Los Angeles and San Diego. Those who think about the area, u...

SENECAS: Hickory Stick Golf Course is coming into focus

In what is seen as a final hurdle in the completion of the $20 million Hickory Stick Golf Course, the Lewiston Town Board approved plans for a 4,300-square foot clubhouse at its last board meeting.

CITY BEAT: Putting things in focus

In the course of any given week, you hear a lot of stuff.There’s the usual sniping about who’s responsible for our problems.

NIAGARA FALLS: Putting on a display at City Hall?

City officials may spend more than $8,000 on the construction of a cabinet to house pieces of memorabilia donated at City Hall.

Design revealed for Wyandotte County casino

Noteworthy | Chinese crackdown on hacker training

CHINESE CRACKDOWN Police in central China’s Hubei province have shut down a hacker training operation that openly recruited more than 12,000 paying members online and gave them cyberattack lessons and malicious software, state media said Monday. Three persons were arrested for allegedly running the hacker site, known as the Black Hawk Safety Net. The crackdown comes amid growing concern that ...

Resorts World Singapore casino to open this week

hungyee@thestar.com.my PETALING JAYA: Genting Singapore PLC, which has been issued a licence for its casino at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), is expected to open its doors this week. Managing director J...

ComfortDelGro to start S$3 surcharge for taxis from Resorts World Sentosa

SINGAPORE: Taking a cab from Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) will become more expensive.

Legislators debate bills on petitions

AUGUSTA, Maine -- Lawmakers heard conflicting testimony Monday about whether proposals to change Maine's citizen initiative process would discourage fraud by signature gatherers or gut the ...

Praising Cebu’s best

LAST year’s movers and shakers in Cebu sports will be recognized in the 28th Sportswriters Association of Cebu and San Miguel Corp. Cebu Sports Awards on March 9 at 6:30 p.m. read more

Accused Psychiatrist Attends Séance for Anna Nicole Smith

Accused Psychiatrist Attends Séance for Anna Nicole

888 Holdings Operating Income Rises 14%

Kansas City, Kan., casino developers expected to get final approval this week

A partnership hoping to build a casino in Kansas City, Kan., is expected to clear its final regulatory hurdle this week.

Hockey: Briarcliff beats Rye Town/Harrison in overtime; more games

Pawling 3, Ossining 1: At Trinity-Pawling, Matt Annibale scored off an assist from Harrison Kane for Ossining.

AstraZeneca, British Land, Lloyds: U.K., Irish Equity Preview

Jobs, jobs, jobs?

During last week’s State of the Union speech President Obama mentioned one topic more than any other — jobs.

Lottery fattens wallet of East Durham man

SCHENECTADY — The New York Lottery announced Monday that Larry Moore of East Durham won $25,000 on the Lottery’s Fat Wallet instant game. Moore’s winning ticket was purchased at the Cumberland Farms at Route 32 and Main Street in Cairo.

Trends Gift Gallery celebrates 25 years

EXETER — Twenty-five years ago, Keith Lemerise started Trends Gift Gallery by selling sunglasses and suntan lotion from a sidewalk stand on Hampton Beach.

Craig briefs: Relay kick-off event is today in Craig

The Craig Relay For Life Kick-off is set for 6 p.m. today at the Holiday Inn of Craig, 300 S. Highway 13. Anyone interested in participating in Relay For Life may come and learn more, and also register for a team. The event is open to the public.

CES lands three Foxwoods dates

Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), has announced that CES will promote three professional boxing cards at Foxwoods Resort Casino in 2010. The first show is scheduled for March 12 with the rematch between heavyweights Tony “TNT” Grano (16-1-1, 13 KOs) and Mark “Oak Tree” Brown (15-2, 7 KOs) headlining “Brace For Impact” in Fox Theater at Foxwoods in ...

’Hawks find their touch

SEDRO-WOOLLEY — After a cold-shooting first half Monday, the Anacortes boys’ basketball team came out for the second half early to get in a few extra practice shots. It helped the…

Huge crowd turns out for Martin eulogy, burial

They came by the hundreds Monday to tiny Holy Rosary Catholic Church in this community of Neshoba County, about five miles southeast of Philadelphia, to pay their final respects to Phillip Martin, former tribal chief of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.

Upper Fruitland eyed for casino

UPPER FRUITLAND — The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise last week published a request for proposals seeking architectural firms to perform master plan studies of the proposed Upper Fruitland casino.

Foxwoods plans public 18th birthday party

Foxwoods Resort Casino will mark its 18th

Dave's dying deal

News of a federal probe into a politically connected Queens charity supposedly meant to help Hurricane Katrina victims is just one more reason to freeze the Aqueduct "racino" deal. After all, some of the folks behind the racino are linked to the charity. As The Post reported Sunday, New Yorkers...

Work on NextGen aviation park has begun

Utility and road work at the Next Generation Aviation Research and Technology Park has begun in Egg Harbor Township at a 55-acre site supporters say could one day house thousands of technical jobs and spark the region’s economy.

Change of plans

When Ardmore’s Eric Fields found out he would take on Charles Davis instead of Eddie Gutierrez, he had to gear up for a different kind of fighter.

State monitor may loom in Atlantic City’s future

TRENTON — Atlantic City government officials might be closer to state intervention than they initially thought. State senators in both political parties agreed Monday that the city’s formal response to recent state audit findings will dictate whether assigning a fiscal monitor would be required.

Is it a coffee table, or a computer?

Curtin University embraces Microsoft's $21,000 touchscreen device.

Casino Supporters, Opponents Make Their Case On Beacon Hill

The focus turns to casino gambling and slot machines on Beacon Hill Tuesday, as both supporters and opponents of gaming make their case at the State House.

Mark Blankenship: Big Love Wife Watch!: Season Four, Ep. 5

Welcome to Wife Watch!, the only blog post that ranks the most powerful wives on this week's episode of Big Love. It's time to climb...

Tribe's '2%' payout down from last winter

Units of government in Leelanau County will receive a little less than 20 percent of the semi-annual payout of casino revenues from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, the Tribal Council decided last week. During its monthly special read more

Who's up, who's down at halftime in Ind. General Assembly?

INDIANAPOLIS | The second half of the 2010 Indiana GeneralAssembly kicks off this week.

Pros and cons of casinos debated in Framingham

With each emphatic jab of his index finger, Jack Hoffman dismissed the claims of social ills and community burdens that casinos would bring to the region or the state.

Ringo returning to Mystic Lake Casino

Ringo Starr will return to the Mystic Lake Casino on July 25 with his All Starr Band in tow.

Saints on everyone’s mind this morning

Mayor A.J. Holloway held his Monday morning director’s meeting, but it was anything but usual. The topic was not the city, it was the Saints.

Treasure hunt a quest for Internet fun, profit

A Stanwood man who works as a card dealer now has another endeavor: a free treasure hunt that he's financing for now but eventually hopes to parlay into a business.

Donaire to give his all in Pinoy Power 3

MANILA, Philippines – Nonito “the Filipino Flash” Donaire is raring to put on his best performance when he enters the ring on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) for the Pinoy Power 3 main event against Gerson “El Nene” Guerrero of Mexico.

Milford hit with rising health insurance costs

Selectmen last night reluctantly adopted new insurance rates for employees that will hit the town with more than $500,000 in extra costs.

Corica to retire

Sydney FC veteran Steve Corica is set to announce his retirement days out from the Sky Blues' biggest match in four years.

888 Chief Seeks Acquisitions in 2010, Foresees Consolidation

Gibraltar-based 888 is in the “advanced stages” of a small acquisition and in a “very early” position for a larger one, Levy said in a telephone interview.

State Senate committee approves proposal for sports betting

MGM Mirage Seeks to Divest Stake in A.C. Casino

MGM Mirage is moving to divest itself of its 50 percent stake in an Atlantic City casino in a move to settle questions raised by New Jersey regulators over its ties to a controversial Chinese casino family.

DeLeo Bets On The Colts And Re-Election

Democrats across the state are still figuring out how they can run -- and win -- in the era of Scott Brown. But one of the politicians who might benefit most from the election of the Republican U.S. senator last month is Democratic House Speaker Robert DeLeo. Along with Gov. Deval Patrick and Senate President Therese Murray, he's considered one of the most powerful politicians in the state. He's ...

Former casino workers to get help applying for assistance

Gov. Bob Riley and his Task Force on Illegal Gambling have worked to shut down casinos in Macon, Lowndes and Houston counties that he believes are illegal. Now he is sending the state's Rapid Response Team to assist the hundreds of people who are out of work.

Santana Revisits Supernatural With The Legacy Edition

Supernatural: Legacy Edition presents the album's first new remastering, personally supervised by Carlos, since its original release

Greene County officials vow to block raid at bingo hall

A showdown is developing between the governor and Greene County officials over one of the largest electronic bingo casinos still operating in Alabama.

Debutant James set for Blades clash

Matt James will go straight into Preston's midfield for tonight's clash with Sheffield United at Deepdale. (09/02/2010 08:19:21)

Abraham to take on Dirrell March 6

"A lot of Armenians live in L.A. and I hope they all come and support me against Dirrell. I will put on a great show just like I did against Taylor," Abraham said.

Wisconsin group takes dead aim at Megabucks jackpot in Reno

Richard "Frosty" Frost, a 67-year-old Wisconsin businessman, will lead about 50 people from his hometown of Berlin, Wisc., to Reno this week on a mission to win big money.

State Fair unveils new focus: the Wild West

The Nevada State Fair, a staple of Reno's special event season and a 130-year tradition, will change its name and focus on the Wild West history of the Silver State.

Still a chance to join Adam Lambert's party

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino will put 200 more tickets up for sale at 10 a.m. today for Adam Lambert's “Glamily Reunion” on Feb. 27.

Community events list, 2/9/10

CLIPBOARD Chinchilla Game night: Chinchilla United Methodist Church, 411 Layton Road, family game night, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m., bring games, snacks for sharing; beverages provided. Glenburn Pancake supper: Church of the Epiphany Shrove Tuesday pancake suppe

Singapore tourism drops 4.3 per cent, hotels take hit

Singapore - Tourist arrivals in Singapore fell 4.3 per cent in 2009 to 9.7 million, the city-state's tourism board said Tuesday. Hotels were hit hard as visitors stayed away due to the economic recession and the H1N1 flu outbreak. A strong rebound in...

Mount Airy files application for table games

Mount Airy applies for table games HARRISBURG - Mount Airy Casino Resort filed an application Monday with the state Gaming Control Board for approval for a Table Game Operation Certificate. The board, which has 60 days to act on the application, will ho

888 beats estimates

LONDON (SHARECAST) - Online gaming group 888 has beaten fourth quarter revenue estimates after business picked up late on in the period.

Deal between city, tribe puts sovereignty aside

NORTH BEND — Oregon Indian tribes have been quietly reinvesting profits from their casinos into other businesses around the state over the past decade, signing contracts with governments and privately held businesses alike. Now, a closely watched dispute in North Bend raises the question of whether the contracts are enforceable. …

Seniors hold their own Olympics

The Olympics are coming to Crofton Manor Retirement Residence.

2°C - Mainly clear skies

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Capel declines comment on Pledger, Fitzgerald status

Oklahoma basketball players Steven Pledger and Andrew Fitzgerald were cited for petty larceny Saturday night at the Dillard's department store in Sooner Mall.Both players were cited at the scene at about 8:50 Saturday night.

Sooners honor Griffin tonight

The inspirational well was overflowing the last time Oklahoma stepped on the basketball court. The day-long tribute to the late Wayman Tisdale was a motivational force in its upset of Texas Saturday.The Sooners will honor the other No.

Kindler's program rises to No. 1

Oklahoma gymnastics being ranked No. 1 is nothing new. Mark Williams' men's program has won five of the last eight national championships.Still, the program run by K.J. Kindler made history Monday when the new rankings came out.

Cinematheque: Going berserk in Las Vegas (and other film news)

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas - the film version of legendary journalist Hunter S. Thompson´s novel. If Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas isn't checked off your list of classic must-see movies, Vienna Café will help you sort this out on Thursday! Johnny Depp styled to the point of impossibility of recognition, an immensely decadent ride through Las Vegas casinos and hotel rooms, one of the most ...

Table games to move forward at Mohegan Sun

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs' quest for table games will go forward this month, as an upcoming public hearing will offer residents the chance to weigh in on the casino's plan to add 81 table games, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board announced Friday. T

Guide to Cameroon Casinos

Here you will find a complete review and guide to the casinos in Cameroon, plus an overview of the Cameroon poker and other gambling such as Cameroon lottery. Our guide has complete lists of every casino in Cameroon.

Online feast for culture vultures

To launch Test Drive the Arts NI we have a great selection of events up for grabs, so if you’ve never experienced the thrill of a live orchestra, the emotion of theatre or offbeat cultural film, now’s your chance! Related Stories Test Drive The Arts

Ware reviews theater options

WARE - The owner of the Casino Theater apparently has failed to meet several deadlines for repairing the building. Town Manager Mary T. Tzambazakis and Building Inspector Michael T. Agnew said they have not heard from Fred T.

Vodafone, Orange, Other Mobile Leaders and Consumer Companies Step Up Influencer Marketing Approach with Pursway's ...

WALTHAM, Mass. & LONDON & HERZLIYA, Israel----Influencer Marketing company Pursway is helping a growing number of consumer companies realize an order of magnitude improvement in the effectiveness of their customer relationship strategies, boosting customer acquisition, retention, and cross-selling outcomes.

Link testifies he tried to revive wife, mom after hearing shots

A blind Navy veteran described how he attempted to revive his wife's lifeless body minutes after she had been shot inside their Norman home at 1517 Oklahoma Ave. on the afternoon of Sept. 4, 2007."When I tried to do CPR, her windpipe was blown in half," Joseph "Brent" Link said.

Jury finds Purcell man guilty of sex crimes; sentencing today

A Cleveland County jury found a Purcell man guilty last week of sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl, according to court records.Dave Frank Cejka, 46, stood trial Feb. 2 before Judge Virgil Black. Judge Black is temporarily assigned to Cleveland County.

Mayor, council candidates square off in League forum

A dozen candidates for council and mayor took a turn in the high-backed Norman City Council seats Monday night at a televised forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters.The candidates, including four incumbent council members, addressed the proposed redevelopment of Porter Avenue, water and utility issues, University North Park, city spending and other public policy questions.

Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts honored at Capitol

OKLAHOMA CITY ? State Reps. Scott Martin and Lewis Moore were proud today to welcome and celebrate with a number of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, who attended events at the state Capitol commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.

Filing begins today for Noble city council seats

The filing period for City of Noble council members will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today through Wednesday at the Cleveland County Election Board, 641 E. Robinson St., Suite 200, Norman.Positions up for election are a 2-year term for council members in Ward 2 and Ward 4.

Brooklyn Decker Is Swimsuit Issue's New Cover

The 22-year-old wife of Andy Roddick takes her first pose as the cover of Sports Illustrated annual swimsuit issue in yellow bikini.

From Sidekicks to Stars

Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine know a thing or two about playing wacky sidekicks. Tudyk has won hard-core fans across the globe thanks to lovable characters like quippy pilot Hoban "Wash" Washburne on "Firefly" and scraggly, eyepatch-sporting Steve the Pirate in "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story."

Laid-back informant in Manuel case stays quiet

As a confidential informant for the FBI, Robbins was the mastermind who earned Manuel's trust and delivered him the $60,000 cash that ultimately sealed his fate in his corruption case.

New Folding Poker Table Store Caters To The Average Home Player

The home poker game has changed a lot in the last 10 years. The old days of tossing a blanket over the kitchen table has been transformed into a realistic casino experience with the creation of affordable poker tables designed for home use. FoldingPokerTableStore.com specializes in tables designed and priced for the home market. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010) Read the full story at http://www ...

Worthington to star in detective movie

AUSTRALIAN actor Sam Worthington is to star in a mystery based on the true story of two detectives who probed a series of gruesome murders in Texas, Daily Variety reported Monday.

Catholics know when to hold ’em

According to family legend, my father put himself through college with winnings from poker games and football pools -- although he now admits it probably just paid for his books and beer.

6:20am -- Navajos Get Ball Rolling on Second Casino

Tribal gaming authority calls for master plan proposals to build at Upper Fruitland. The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise has published a request for proposals for architectural firms to develop master plans for a proposed Upper Fruitland casino, which would be the second casino . . .

Moves appear to signal MGM’s intent to pull out of A.C.

ATLANTIC CITY - MGM Mirage Inc. has put its half-ownership of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa into a trust while it continues settlement talks with New Jersey gaming investigators over its controversial partnership for a Macau casino.

Shuffle Master, Inc. Announces New Addition to its Board of Directors

LAS VEGAS----Shuffle Master, Inc. today announced that Daniel M. Wade has been appointed to the Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2010.

UGL's attempts to add some bulk may not be in vain

It has been a while between corporate deals for the engineering and property services firm UGL, the most recent being the $163 million acquisition of a US corporate real estate services company, Equis Corporation, in 2006. Since then a steady stream of contract wins has kept UGL's organic growth ticking along.

UGL opens its chequebook for acquisitions

It's been a while between corporate deals for engineering and property services company UGL.

Maybury Casino shooting gang jailed for 43 years

A GANG who plotted the murder of a businessman at an Edinburgh casino were jailed for a total of 43 years today.

Vicious bashing in King Street

Police release photographs of three men they want to question following a vicious bashing in Melbourne's King Street.

Alabama will help unemployed casino workers, Gov. Bob Riley says

MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Gov. Bob Riley says the state will provide assistance to laid off casino workers even though he considers the casinos illegal.

City dealing with old snow as new storm moves in

With a repeat blast of snow forecast for today, Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl on Monday ordered a scramble to plow and salt residential streets, even as snowbound residents and traffic-tortured commuters fumed at persistently bad roads.

Neri: Valentine's day / Chinese New Year

Nelia Neri Eve THE Valentine fever is at hand. For the romantics, there’s nothing like a coosome-twosome date some place where the setting is dreamy and conducive to love and romance. read more

Prison for casino gun attackers

A gang who plotted the murder of a businessman at an Edinburgh casino are jailed after a trial at the High Court in Edinburgh.

Broker tips: Compass, 888, May Gurney

LONDON (SHARECAST) - Investors should tuck into contract caterer Compass , according to Japanese broker Nomura, as the group’s revenue volume appears to be running ahead of expectations.

Urban Land Institute hosts economic conference

The Urban Land Institute Southeast Florida/Caribbean District Council, is hosting a seminar to discuss the latest forecasts following the longest downturn of new housing in a generation, continued weakness in commercial markets and a hesitant lending environment.

MGM Mirage may drop Atlantic City casino for Macau partner

HONG KONG: MGM Mirage has said it may unload its stake in an Atlantic City casino resort to settle a fight with US gaming regulators over the company’s Macau business partner.

Review: Mel Gibson returns in 'Edge of Darkness'

It has been seven years since his last film, but Mel Gibson is still playing the martyr. One might fairly call Gibson "The Crusader," and not just because of his widely known religious views or because he directed "The Passion of the Christ."

Who East Lancashire's MP have entertained at Westminster

EAST Lancashire MPs used plush Westminster facilities to entertain PR firms, Sky TV and a delegation from the Cayman Islands, it has been revealed.

Bingo battle continues throughout Alabama

MONTGOMERY, AL (WBRC) - The battle over electronic bingo operations is expected to continue this week in the courtroom. There is a fear it could also erupt into a physical confrontation.

Broker snap: 888 comes up trumps

LONDON (SHARECAST) - Daniel Stewart remains ‘highly bullish’ about the prospects for 888 Holdings after the online gaming firm issued an upbeat fourth quarter trading statement.

Casino dealer sessions today at Convention Center

It might be in the cards for you to become a casino dealer. If you think you have what it takes, Presque Isle Downs & Casino will hold three hourlong informational meetings today at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center.

Women's City tournament on tap next two weeks

The women take to the lanes the next two weekends, Feb 13-14 and Feb. 20-21, for the 2010 edition of the Great Falls USBC Women's City Tournament.

Multimedia Games Reports Fiscal 2010 First Quarter Revenue of $26.3 Million

AUSTIN, Texas----Multimedia Games, Inc. today reported operating results for its fiscal 2010 first quarter ended December 31, 2009, as summarized in the table below. Summary of 2010 Q1 Results Three Months Ended December 31, 2009 2008 Revenue $ 26.3 $ 28.6 EBITDA $ 10.9 $ 7.9 Adjusted EBITDA $ 13.1 $ 15.9 Net loss $ $ Diluted loss per share $ $ Average participation installed units: Domestic 10 ...

Seneca Gaming gets strong marks in poll

NIAGARA FALLS--In the opinion of gambling industry executives from across North America, Seneca Gaming Corp. is a winner.

Seneca Gaming targets debts

Seneca Gaming Corp. said Monday that it is setting up a restricted internal reserve account with money to start repaying some of the casino operator's more-costly bond debt in May.

Dave "Devilfish" Ulliott Returns to Paris to Defend Euro Finals of Poker Title

Icelandair Wants to Open Casino in Iceland

As a kid I thought airports were the most romantic places in the world. Now, while other airports destroy my jet-setting romanticism, Keflavík aptly revives it.

Milton McGregor, owner of VictoryLand casino, wants AG Troy King to shut down Gov. Riley's task force on gambling

McGregor: "Somebody is going to get hurt unless somebody stops this"

Featured Article in Cornell Hospitality Quarterly Aims to Improve Loyalty Programs

Although loyalty programs have become widespread in the hospitality industry, it's still not clear how loyalty programs contribute to increased sales—or whether they work at all. The featured article in the February 2010 issue of the Cornell Hospitality Quarterly (CQ) focuses on how to make the most of a hotel, restaurant, or casino loyalty program.

Jay-Z Tickets to BP3 Concert Tour Available Online

PALO ALTO, CA--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - FanSnap®, the largest live event ticket search engine for fans, today announced that hundreds, and for some concerts, thousands of Jay-Z tickets can currently be found with FanSnap.com for Jay-Z's BP3 concert tour .

Sinatra, Martin To Receive Stars In Las Vegas

Sin City is paying homage to iconic singers Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin by giving them each a place on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars.

Funds being sought to hold July 4 parade in Willingboro

WillingWILLINGBORO — A nonprofit organization is trying to raise $100,000 to hold a parade, community festival and fireworks celebration on July 4 at Mill Creek Park.

Seminole police offer reward to catch casino robber | Video

Seminole police are asking for help to catch a man who robbed a poker room cashier and took off with thousands of dollars from the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.

Country singer Mark Chesnutt plays Manistee Saturday

He has 14 No. 1 hits, 23 top ten singles, four platinum albums, five gold records and been touring for 20 years. With a schedule like that, you might think one would crack - but not Mark Chesnutt.

Gitzy fundraiser to help homeless young people

A HOMELESS charity is urging people to enjoy an event to help raise vital funds.

Our Lucaya headlines Caribbean variety show

The Reef Club at Our Lucaya. GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND – It is possible that you will arrive on Grand Bahama Island stressed out. (If you’ve flown through the banana republics that are New York’s LaGuardia and Miami International airports, it’s virtually assured.) Fear not.

Las Vegas golf vacations on four different budgets

Whether you're looking to spend $100 a day or $1000, Las Vegas has a golf package for you.

Red Cross to hold crab feed

The Shasta Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is teaming up with Cleanrite Buildrite Emergency Services for the non-profit agency's 6th annual Crab Feed Feb. 13 at Win River Casino's Event Center.

Alabama helps unemployed casino workers

Gov. Bob Riley says the state will provide assistance to laid off casino workers even though he considers the casinos illegal.

Foxwoods hires Bernard Lee as 'official poker spokesman'

Foxwoods Resort Casino has signed up Wayland professional card player Bernard Lee to be its "official poker...

Trio, and coach, set for titles

Samantha Green (left), Jessica Riley and Carly Walker, with coach and team manager Jo Rucker last Friday.

Tim Robbins Joins 'Green Lantern'

Joins Ryan Reynolds in the comic book action film Jeffrey Sullivan Tim Robbins has joined the comic book-based film Green Lantern . He will play the father of the movie's villain, Senator Hammond, according to Heat Vision . Robbins won an Oscar for Mystic River and received a nomination for his role in Dead Man Walking . Ryan Reynolds will star as Hal Jordon/The Green Lantern, with Blake Lively ...

Man Loses More than Shirt at Casino: Cops

Mohegan Sun security staff tell cops they saw a flasher on security video.

Killer gets 39 years to life

A Hilltop man has been sentenced to 39 years to life in prison for shooting a friend on the way home from a casino. Last month, a jury found Rodney Conley, 48, guilty of aggravated murder and other charges in the death of Jesse Lanier, 31, on Aug. 15, 2008.

Kewadin to host three-day festival this summer

This summer's annual outdoor concert at Kewadin Casino promises to be longer than ever. The Michigan Upper Peninsula's first casino is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with numerous promotions, including a three-day music festival in place of the usual one-night concert July 24 to 26.[...]

Governor Riley wants lawmakers to review a gambling bill before voting

Governor Bob Riley wants lawmakers to review a bill which legalizes slot machines in Alabama, before they vote on it.

Letters to the Editor, February 9, 2010

Voice for free-market candidates Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court (on First Amendment free speech grounds) ruled that political campaign spending by corporations, unions and special-interest…

Titans ready to meet and greet

RUGBY LEAGUE: Rugby league fans across the Far North Coast will get a chance to meet Gold Coast Titans players when they visit local schools today.

B-ESD board job calls for strong, capable leaders

The Burlington-Edison School District is working hard to dig its way out of its financial problems. Now, more than ever, the district needs a strong School Board to lead it. Three of the previous…

Aero Ace gets hat trick

THE Shane Robinson-trained Aero Ace made it three wins in a week when he took out the Ranvet stake at Queen Elizabeth Park, Casino, last Friday.

Armed Man Robs Seminole Casino

A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man who stole several thousand dollars from a South Florida casino.

Ind. casino revenues nearly flat

Casino revenue in Southeast Indiana rose 1.8 percent to $54.6 million in January, while attendance climbed 8.2 percent to nearly 576,000 visits, according to data released today by the Indiana Gaming Commission.

Ask presidentiables how they will level playing field, says Yu

MANY welcomed the chance to assess six presidential aspirants in last month’s “Choices and Voices 2010” forum, but organizers of similar events would be wise to give the candidates more time and read more

InterContinental New York Times Square Appoints Hospitality Stars to Open the Largest New-Build Hotel in Manhattan

InterContinental Hotels and Resorts announced today the appointment of Andrew (Drew) Schlesinger as general manager and Linda Hodgson as director of sales and marketing for the InterContinental New York Times Square. Currently under construction, the hotel is scheduled to open in July 2010.

Police Log Feb. 8, 2010

Name, age, address Place of arrest Charges; bail Feb. 8 Freddy Martin Molina, 42, Elko Gold Dust West Casino Battery; $632 Julio Cesar Magallanes, 34, Wendover, Utah Wendover Boulevard and Alt. U.S. Highway 93 Tail lamps/license plate not lit, failure to use seat belt and DUI; $866

Sumner County concerned about tribal casino

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) – Concerns about a proposed tribal casino in Park City may scuttle plans for a Sumner County casino.

Bank of America bestows $250,000 to SteelStacks

It's the company's largest donation in the Lehigh Valley since entering state 5 years ago One of the country's largest banks on Monday dropped off a $250,000 check for SteelStacks, the arts and broadcasting complex that's being built on old Bethlehem Steel land and is expected to draw 750,000 tourists a year.

Suburbs face crackdown on pokies

A review of Wellington's gambling venues could see a crackdown on pokie machine numbers in the suburbs.

Recession Finally Hits Louisiana Casinos

The theory that the casino business is a recession-proof industry, as it was hailed in the 80s and 90s, has been disproved-even in Louisiana. For a period of time it seemed that the Louisiana casino industry was immune to the effects of the world economic downturn.

Letter: Many shades of gambling

There is a minister on the courthouse steps who said he didn’t want any of those sinners in his church. Since when does the church belong to the pastor? Isn’t it God’s house?

$450 fine for dumping trolleys

Supporting the abandoned shopping trolleys campaign are (clockwise, from front) Sharna Gordon of Coles, Lismore mayor Jenny Dowell, Vanessa Tallon of the Lismore City Council, Jeff Staude of Kmart, trolley contractor Toby Hunter, Jason Pitt of Woolworths, trolley contractor Amikal Singh, Garry Luyten of Big W and centre manager Geoff Gooch.

VictoryLand Employees Will Receive State Benefits Although Gov. Says Employer is Illegal

Offices open today and tomorrow to help laid off workers with paperwork.

Business news in brief Feb.9, 2010

Tuesday February 09, 2010 - 11:02 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Mazooma, the Nottingham-based digital gaming content company, has secured a contract with Betfair to distribute its game content on the Betfair website.

Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club, Dominican Republic, Debuts New Adult-Only Executive Spa Suites by Lifestyle

PUERTO PLATA, Dominican Republic----Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club , located in Puerto Plata on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, has introduced its new Executive Spa Suites by Lifestyle, located adjacent to Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort with access to all resort amenities.

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin to receive stars in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - Sin City is paying homage to iconic singers Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin by giving them each a place...

Seminole Police Seek Help Catching Casino Crook

The Seminole Tribe Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a man who robbed his way to a jackpot at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.

Tuesday February 09, 2010 - 10:47 EST

GIBRALTAR -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Party Poker and Matchroom Sport are delighted to announce that the PartyPoker.com Premier League IV will take place at the M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas, with the main event running from the 12th – 18th February 2010. The latest news sees PartyPoker.com World Open V champion Phil 'The Unabomber' Laak replace Doyle Brunson in the elite $100,000 buy-in event.

Who East Lancashire's MPs have entertained at Westminster

EAST Lancashire MPs used plush Westminster facilities to entertain PR firms, Sky TV and a delegation from the Cayman Islands, it has been revealed.

Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers Releases January 2010 Index

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - The AGEM Index ended the month of January 2010 at 102.88, dipping 3.44 points or 3.23 percent from the previous month and falling back to a level not seen since July 2009. The AGEM Index has been in tow with the broader S&P 500 Index over the last few months, which also slid 3.7 percent during the month of January 2010. However, it is important to ...

8:25am -- Nevada Man Gets 10 Years in Valencia Co. Beating Death

21-year-old pleads no contest to killing man at victim's Meadow Lake home in 2008. Daniel Penrod, 21, pleaded no contest to charges of second-degree murder and auto theft and was sentenced to 10 years in prison in a Valencia County courtroom last week, the Valencia . . .

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Governor Riley: Gambling Proposal is a “Crooked Bill”

GameLogic Sponsors National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition

WALTHAM, Mass.----GameLogic, Inc., a provider of interactive marketing services for the U.S. regulated gaming industry, today announced that it is a proud sponsor of the Northeast regional qualifier for the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition .

Navajos contemplate second casino

The Navajo Nation is working toward opening a second tribal casino and last week published a request for proposals seeking architectural plans for a proposed casino in Upper Fruitland, located between Shiprock and Farmington.

San Clemente landmark may host 15 special events

The former Casino ballroom, a San Clemente landmark that was an entertainment venue from 1937 to 1992, could host up to 15 special events this year while new owners prepare to revive it as a restaurant. The city's zoning administrator last week...

Tuesday February 09, 2010 - 14:31 EST

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide and over 120,000 members in California, today testified before the California Senate Governmental Organization Committee that not only is online poker able to be regulated, it is currently being effectively regulated across the globe.

Casino revenue declines 8.5 percent in January

ATLANTIC CITY - Casinos won $294.2 million from gamblers in January, representing an 8.5 percent decline from the same period last year and the 17th month in a row that revenue has fallen.

Chavez Threats Contain Venezuela Consumer Price Gains (Update1)

Feb. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Venezuelan consumer prices rose less than analysts forecast in January after President Hugo Chavez threatened to seize businesses that raised prices.

You review: Youth in Revolt

Michael Cera's comic turn as a teenage nerd and his suave French alter-ego has convinced the critics he can finally front a film. Do you agree? Michael Cera has always been something of a favoured son in critical circles, despite often finding himself in the shadow of more celebrated co-stars when it comes to awards season. And yet there's a sense that the critics were all set to dismiss Nick ...

DIA board votes to fill vacant seats

Changes were in the air during the Durant Industrial Authority meeting this morning. Rick Hammel, Durant NAPA Auto Parts co-owner and former executive director of the Durant Chamber of Commerce, j...

Boonville businessman seeks to restore 1830s cabin on High Street

A Boonville businessman seeks to restore a 19th century log cabin and make it available for office use and public viewing.

Southeastern to host Gold and Blue Gala Feb. 20

Providing for the education of future generations should not be this much fun. But the planners for Southeastern’s Gold and Blue Gala, to be held at the Visual and Performing Arts Center Feb. 20, ...

All bets are off with gambling software

If you're a Van Rensburg, you stand the best chance of vast gambling winnings online, writes Robert Greig.

Senate committee OK's 'Sweet Home Alabama' bingo plan

Legislation would let voters decide whether to allow bingo at 10 casinos spread across the state

Tuesday February 09, 2010 - 14:16 EST

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The casino hotel that brought "Boogie Back" with its ultimate 70s and 80s dance club is set to turn back the clock with Retro Blackjack!

Alabama Senate committee approves statewide bingo referendum

A state Senate committee has approved a statewide referendum on electronic bingo, and proponents plan to take it to the Senate now for a quick vote.

Girl Scouts offer to baby-sit for Valentine’s Day

Parents can celebrate Valentine’s Day and let Red Cross certified baby sitters take care of their children. Cadette/Senior Girl Scout Troop 50142 will offer baby-sitting from 4-10 p.m. on Sunday,…

Casino land denial could have effect in Topeka

Casino developers were in shock Tuesday morning after the Sumner County Commissioners denied approval of two plats of land needed to build a casino near Exit 33.

Switchback receives honors

Truckee-based Switchback Public Relations + Marketing Inc. was honored with two top awards at the Sierra Nevada Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America Silver Spike awards dinner Jan. 28 at the Siena Hotel Spa and Casino.

'The Stars' Of Doo Wop Promise Party In Carolinas

Myles Savage and The Stars will perform in Greenville and Asheville this weekend to raise funds for the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Community pulls together to offer shelter to stranded travelers

Story created Feb 03, 2010 - 11:20:02 CST. As snow and 40-mph winds pummeled the city of Britt last week, many travelers and commuters found themselves unable to leave the city limits as highways closed and whiteout conditions made it impossible to drive.

The future of A.C. depends on more than a roll of the dice

More than 30 years has passed since the introduction of the first legal casino gaming outside of Nevada.

PAL invites public to 'come aboard'

ALPHARETTA - The Alpharetta Police Athletics League (Alpharetta PAL) announced the 14th annual PAL Ball will be Friday, March 12, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Metropolitan Club on Windward Parkway.

Businesses banking on Valentine's Day draw

Romantic themes appearing in promotions and activities all over Southeast Valley.

Madawaska union accepts 8.5% pay cut

MADAWASKA, Maine -- The United Steelworkers union will take an immediate 8.5 percent wage cut in accepting a new three-year contract Monday that Fraser Papers Inc. management calls critical to ...

Casino robbed, suspect sought

The Seminole Casino Coconut Creek was held up and a reward is being offered to catch the thief.

Vegas Casino Operator Eying Orlando?

Supporters of gambling in Florida are rolling the dice once again, hoping this time, lawmakers will take a chance on a gambling expansion.

An Outside Chance

Imagine you're a down-and-out Connecticut lawmaker, depressed as hell 'cause you're broke, it's an election year and there's a $500 million deficit hanging over you like an ax. There you are, slouching along in the low-rent part of town, looking in gutters for nickels and dimes,...

Singapore welcomes 9.7 million visitors in 2009

SINGAPORE (AFP) - Singapore welcomed 9.7 million visitors in 2009, down 4.

NEW: Robbers hit Mr. Shortstop on 24th Avenue SW

Three men robbed a convenience store on 24th Avenue SW Sunday evening, police reported today.Norman Police Lt. Chris Dirck said the men entered Mr. Shortstop, 920 24th Avenue SW, shortly before 10 p.

Mass. gambling debate heats up again

The casino gambling debate is heating up on Beacon Hill today as groups representing industry executives and problem gambling experts and casino opponents make separate pitches.

Pennsylvania Gaming Congress & Mid-Atlantic Racing Forum Approved for Continuing Legal Education Credits

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA--(Marketwire - February 9, 2010) - The 6th annual Pennsylvania Gaming Congress & Mid-Atlantic Racing Forum, which takes place February 22-23 at the Valley Forge Convention Center, has again been approved for 7.0 Continuing Law Education ("CLE") credits by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board, making it a must-attend event for gaming-law ...

New Research Shines Spotlight on the Growing Role of Information Technology in Driving Innovation

New MIT Sloan Management Review Video Series Highlights Research of Brynjolfsson, Schrage Into IT-Driven Innovation

KCK Mayor To Give 'State Of City' Speech

The leader of the Unified Government will talk about budget challenges in his yearly address.

Gowan playing Fallsview Casino

Niagara Falls Canadian rock entertainer and band member of Styx, Gowan will play two shows at Fallsview Casino, as part of the May 2010 concert lineup.[...]

Why Madhavan doesn't sign Tamil projects?

Feb 9, 2010: Doubtlessly, this question is topmost on the minds of Maddy's fans who are eagerly looking out for his next Tamil release. It's been nearly a year after the releases of 'Guru En Aalu' and 'Yaavarum Nalam' and Madhavan hasn't signed any Tamil projects.

Pocono Tuesday Midday: Betting on snow; rapper and a minister headed to the slammer

Mount Airy Casino Resort has moved one step closer to offering table games. It is now the second Pennsylvania casino to formally apply for a table games permit and hopes to offer 54 tables on the main floor.

Riley: Read bill before you pass it

The so-called "Sweet Home Alabama" gambling bill being considered by the Legislature legalizes slot machines in Alabama for the first time, allows for casinos to be built in every county and provides casino operators with criminal immunity. That means they could not be prosecuted for breaking Alabama's gambling laws.

Spring Training Arizona Offers Fans Chance to Catch Major League Action

Ft. McDowell, AZ – Baseball fans eager for another season of major league action can jump start the season by heading to beautiful Fort McDowell Resort Destination and catching all the spring training Arizona excitement.

Tuesday February 09, 2010 - 12:32 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Former MGM Mirage executive Dan Wade has been appointed to the board of directors of Las Vegas-based gambling equipment provider Shuffle Master Gaming.

Ek-Chai baht bond flies off the shelves

Ek-Chai Distribution System, the operator of the Tesco Lotus megastore chain, has successfully completed a placement of baht bonds |worth Bt4 billion as it aims for further business expansion in Thailand.

News archive for 2010-02-09

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Alabama helping unemployed casino workers