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Monticello Raceway to close its casino operations, but keep racetrack open

It's opening day at a Resorts World Catskills, a new $1.2 billion casino, Feb. 8, 2018. ALBANY - Monticello Raceway plans to close its gambling parlor with 1100 video-lottery terminals in April as it seeks to consolidate its operations with the nearby $1 billion Resorts World Catskills. Both facilities in Sullivan County are owned by Empire…

Travel ・ 07 March 2024

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Operator Coalition Makes Ad Pitch for NY Online Casino

By letting people play casino games online, we can decrease deficits and help our families and schools. Some of the biggest gaming operators in the US want lawmakers in New York to pass online casino legislation this year and have produced a commercial to get their point across. BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics, and FanDuel - the four members that form…

Law ・ 12 January 2024

Newsday

GOP gambling bill: 5 upstate casinos, LI OTB video slots

Countering a proposal by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Republicans put their weight behind a bill to authorize up to five new upstate casinos over the next four years and video slot machines at off-track betting facilities on Long Island. The GOP's proposal, outlined in a bill unveiled Thursday, puts Long Island in play as lawmakers try to agree on…

Law ・ 02 April 2023

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New York Unlikely To Launch ICasino In 2023

New York's latest attempt to legalize mobile casino games in 2023 is on life support. State Sen. Joe Addabbo of Queens, the man behind the longshot push to legalize iCasino games in the Empire State this year, signaled pessimism Monday morning about his effort to get his bill into the upcoming fiscal budget. Addabbo has said that such a failure…

Law ・ 13 March 2023

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Addabbo: Time Is Running Out To Legalize NY iCasino This Year

For weeks now, New York state Sen. Joe Addabbo has lamented the difficulty of getting other state leaders interested in legalizing online casino games during the upcoming fiscal year. "I can't be the only one," Addabbo told US Bets. "It can't just be one legislator." Now, with the state budget deadline of April 1 looming - though, bear in mind, the…

Law ・ 09 March 2023

City & State New York

Casino and real estate magnates are looking to hit the jackpot in New York City

Soon, three new full-scale casino licenses will be issued in the New York City area, and business interests from across the globe are looking to get in on the action. Among those vying for the rights to develop their gambling and leisure megacomplexes - the licensing fee is $500 million with a minimum investment of another $500 million in the…

Winnings ・ 07 March 2023

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New York Introduces Bill To Legalize iCasino

Despite no mention of iCasino in New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's preliminary budget, state Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced a bill late Wednesday to legalize online casino games in New York state. Addabbo was hoping Hochul would include some mention of iCasino revenue for the upcoming fiscal year, but he has said it's possible to move the process along…

Law ・ 20 February 2023

Gambling

Can New York Legalize Online Casinos In 2023?

This week, a long-awaited bill to legalize was introduced. State Sen. Joseph Addabbo sponsored the bill, which would create a robust online gambling industry in the state. The outlook is bleak in 2023, but the introduction of legislation is an important step forward in the typical multi-year process of legalizing online casinos. Under the bill, SB…

Law ・ 20 February 2023

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No Mention From Governor, But New York Casino Process Moving Along

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke for nearly an hour during her State of the State Address Tuesday, mentioning sweeping, expensive proposals for mental health, housing, inflation, security, and energy policies before mentioning that those ideas were just the "tip of the iceberg" of what she'd like to accomplish. "I know most of you cannot wait to…

Finance ・ 10 January 2023

New York Post

Gov. Kathy Hochul weighs bill to let criminals work in New York casinos

Gov. Kathy Hochul has a piece of legislation sitting on her desk that would allow casino operators to hire a diverse range of convicted felons - from drug peddlers to killers. The measure was sent on Tuesday to the governor for her signature or veto after passing the state Senate and Assembly by big bipartisan margins in June. Current law bars…

Law ・ 26 December 2022

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NY Casino Jobs Bill for Ex-Cons is on Gov. Hochul’s Desk

Convicted felons could be on the staff payroll of New York casinos such as Rivers Casino and Resort in Schenectady if Gov. Hochul approves legislation. [Image: Shutterstock.com] Future visitors to New York casinos could have their dice rolled by ex-drug traffickers or convicted killers should Governor Kathy Hochul sign off on new legislation. the…

Law ・ 08 December 2022

New York Post

NY could net $400M if pols legalized internet casino gaming

New York State is losing an estimated $400 million in annual tax revenue by refusing to legalize gambling for internet casino games like roulette and Blackjack. The Empire State could be raking in $428 million annually if the state legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul approved a bill permitting "iGaming" casino -style games, according to a new report…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

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Politics ・ 23 November 2022

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Empire City Casino Earns Five Fan-Voted Awards

Empire City Casino is one of the premium hotspots for gaming in New York, and this was again confirmed at Strictly Slots Magazine's annual Best of Racino Awards. The gaming facility located in Yonkers, NYC, has won an impressive five awards at this year's running of the awards, which are voted by readers of the magazine, and select their favourite…

Sports ・ 13 November 2022

Suffolk News Herald

When Will NY Legalize Online Casinos: Senate Bill S8412

The range of legal gambling options in New York includes casinos in the Las Vegas style, horse race betting, retail and online sports betting, and even a lottery. There aren't any legal online casinos in New York. But this can change in the near future. There have been some developments in 2022, mainly the proposed senate bill S8412, which would…

Politics ・ 21 October 2022

The Daily Gazette

Gambling industry conference comes to Saratoga amid proliferation of betting options

SARATOGA SPRINGS - The annual gaming and racing industry conference rolls into town this week as New Yorkers continue to spend more money on an ever-growing array of gambling options. "It's one of the most dynamic marketplaces in the country because there is this technological innovation, there is what I would describe as the societal acceptance of…

Industry ・ 21 October 2022

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Hochul accused of rigging NY casino license plan in favor of politically-connected slot parlors

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul could be giving two politically-connected slot parlors - including one whose lobbyists donated to her campaign - a leg up over competitors to win awards for full casino licenses downstate, sources told The Post. Critics charge the process was rigged in favor of the Aqueduct and Yonkers race tracks through language…

Politics ・ 17 October 2022

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Jeff Gural Says Citi Field Casino is Most Likely to Happen

In the spring, the New York State legislature officially fast-tracked the issuance of the three downstate full casino licenses. And now state real estate and gambling companies are eyeing possible locations. The owner of Tioga Downs Casino Resort, Jeff Gural, predicts that New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's plan for a Citi Field casino is most…

Travel ・ 07 October 2022

Casino Reports

Empire City Casino Announces Annual Legislative Pace

Just recently, Empire City Casino announced an official date for this year's running of the annual Legislative Pace for local lawmakers. The highly anticipated race will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the casino's adjacent Yonkers Raceway, which will see local senators and assembly members compete for the crown of the friendly…

Law ・ 06 October 2022

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Developers and Billionaires Are Lining Up for the Chance to Operate a New York City Casino

As the development of a New York City casino inches closer towards reality, the race is on to secure a license. New York state voters authorized the creation of seven casinos in 2013, and four upstate facilities opened in the first phase. Now the second phase is underway, and licenses for three casinos in the New York City area will soon be open…

Land-based ・ 05 October 2022

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How will New York City casinos affect Wind Creek Bethlehem?

It's not an uncommon sight at Wind Creek Bethlehem - bus loads of tourists from the New York City area disembark for a day of gambling and dining at the casino in the city's South Side. The parking lot normally contains dozens of cars with New York and New Jersey license plates, owing to the fact that Wind Creek, located about 85 miles west of…

Land-based ・ 18 September 2022

Times Union

High stakes are involved in the bid for three New York City-area casinos but it will take a while

SARATOGA SPRINGS - The New York City area will without a doubt have three new casinos, but don't bet on all three opening anytime soon. While the law allowing non-Indian commercial casinos technically allows these downstate gambling facilities to open next year, the process for approval is so involved and tortuous that former Gov. David Paterson…

Gaming Authorities ・ 20 August 2022

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Gaming Authorities ・ 17 August 2022

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Staten Island hasn’t been ruled out as NYC site for a casino

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- There's only one Sin City, but could New York City be the next "America's Playground"? According to "realistically optimistic" state legislators, New York may be poised to give Atlantic City a run for its money. The state's fiscal year 2023 budget, which is nearly a week overdue, could include three casino licenses for the…

Religion ・ 10 April 2022

Gothamist

Lawmakers pushing for local control of NYC casino sites

State lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul appear likely to roll the dice on casinos in the New York City area, but only if local officials get significant say over where they are located, according to key legislators. Democrats in both the Senate and Assembly have signaled they are open to beginning the approval process for the state's three remaining…

Law ・ 31 March 2022

Gambling News

Second Online Casino Gaming Bill Introduced in New York

The New York Assembly has been introduced with a second bill seeking to legalize interactive casino gaming in the state. Sponsored by Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, A09436 is now joining the S08412 by Sen. Joseph Addabbo. The partisan bill that was introduced this Monday by Assemblyman Gary Pretlow defines interactive gaming as an activity that involves…

Gaming Authorities ・ 10 March 2022

New York Post

Hochul's $216B budget could bring casino gambling to NYC

Gov. Kathy Hochul played the ace up her sleeve Tuesday by including a plan that could bring legal casino gambling to New York City in her $216.3 billion budget proposal. Hochul's record-breaking spending plan allows the state Gaming Facility Location Board to issue a Request for Applications to open three new gambling parlors in addition to the…

Travel ・ 22 February 2022

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Hard Rock Identifies Three Sites for $2bn NY City Casino

Already an iconic New York City fixure via its Times Square operation (pictured), Hard Rock International has announced it has identified three potentials sites to build a $2bn casino in downstate NY. [Image: Shutterstock.com] Hard Rock International - a contender for one of only three available licenses for a downstate New York City casino - has…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 February 2022

New York Post

NY pols racing (again!) to place a bad bet on casinos

Once again, New York pols are looking to bet on casinos. Will they never learn? In 2014, lawmakers OK'd four upstate casinos, while banning others until at least 2023. Now, Gov. Kathy Hochul and other pols, along with real-estate companies, casino operators and labor unions, are pushing to lift the ban this year. Hochul's budget would let the New…

Travel ・ 13 February 2022

Casino Reports

NY Senate Leader Backs Empire City Casino

State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has most recently given her verdict and preferences on which downstate New York property should get one of the three full-commercial casino licenses. The Senate leader expressed her support for MGM Resorts International's Empire City Casino to be given one of the licenses, as it could do well with…

Politics ・ 09 February 2022

Newsday

Rolling the dice on casino plans

Out toward the southeastern edge of Long Island, the Shinnecock Indian Nation is moving toward building a casino on its tribal land, with a Class II Indian gaming license that allows only bingo, slot machines and poker. Neighbors of the 900-acre Hamptons reservation oppose the casino. So does the town of Southampton, where the reservation sits, and…

Gaming Authorities ・ 29 January 2022

Newsday

Hochul seeking to speed casino licensing with eye on downstate

ALBANY - Gov. Kathy Hochul is looking to speed the process that could open three casinos in New York City, on Long Island or in Westchester or Rockland counties in a proposal that already has strong support in the State Legislature. The gaming industry has long clamored for full-fledged casinos in the huge metropolitan market. For years, the state…

Law ・ 23 January 2022

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Governor’s Budget Proposal Paves Way for NY City Casinos

In her maiden $216.3bn budget proposal as NY Governor, Kathy Hochul has included plans for three new casinos, which are likely to be sited in the downstate area. [Image: Shutterstock.com] A new record-smashing $216.3bn budget proposal from New York Governor Kathy Hochul includes a plan to bring legal casino gambling to downstate New York. Gov.…

Politics ・ 19 January 2022

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NY Assemblyman Expects Online Gambling To Be On The Table In 2022

Online poker may be in New York's future, or at least on the table. The good news comes via PlayNY, which is part of the same network as Online Poker Report. PlayNY interviewed New York State Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow, D-Mt. Vernon. Asked about online poker, he said: "That's in the mix. It's not going to come right now. Sen. [Joe] Addabbo and I…

Politics ・ 15 January 2022

World Casino News

Lawmakers calling for casino licensing in NYC area.

Now that mobile sports betting is live in New York State, proponents of casino gaming are pushing to see the New York City area receive licensing approval for commercial gaming. Lawmakers along with the casino workers union have called the governor to action as well as members of the legislature. The goal is to see the licenses issued so the state…

Law ・ 11 January 2022

Casino Reports

NY Lawmakers Call for Issue of Casino Licenses

Several lawmakers from New York State, have voiced their wish for the state to accelerate the process of issuing downstate casino licenses. The officials, who have been backed by local casino workers and labor unions, want to see, the state awarding the three available commercial gaming licenses sometime this year in the NYC region this…

Law ・ 11 January 2022

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Lawmakers, workers union push Gov. Hochul for up to three casino licenses in New York City area

on Saturday, lawmakers in New York are now pushing for up to three casino licenses in the NYC region. Backed by the hotel and casino workers union, legislators are pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Legislature to take action on the issue. According to parties involved, the pitched casino expansion could provide thousands of jobs, which would…

Law ・ 10 January 2022

New York Post

Lawmakers are pushing for casino licenses in NYC region

Now's the time to roll the dice on the Big Apple, casino proponents say. Key lawmakers, backed by the powerful hotel and casino workers union, are pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Legislature to take action this year to award up to three casino licenses in the New York City region. The move comes after the New York State Gaming Commission…

Law ・ 10 January 2022

City & State New York

What’s on the state Legislature’s 2022 gambling agenda?

New York bettors will soon be able to make online sports bets without having to leave the state. So you won't need to bike over the George Washington Bridge to New Jersey to place your bets. In November, the state Gaming Commission approved the licenses for nine online sports betting operators, and a final tax rate of 51% on their profits. Online…

Law ・ 16 December 2021

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‘Little Atlantic City’: Pushes continue for full-scale casino in Yonkers

YONKERS, N.Y. - Empire City Casino in Yonkers has been around a long time, but, according to officials, it's not living up to its full potential according to officials. There's yet another push for the casino to get a full-scale license. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said area surrounding the casino would benefit financially. "The…

Sports ・ 23 November 2021

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul urged to expand gambling in Queens and Yonkers

Supporters of Vegas-style gambling in New York are hoping that new Gov. Kathy Hochul will be more willing to introduce it in Queens and Yonkers than former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was. Officials for MGM Empire City Casino claim the venue could live up to its full potential if it gets a full-scale license, which would also financially benefit surrounding…

Travel ・ 23 November 2021

CBS New York

Supporters Of Vegas-Style Casino Gambling In New York Hope Gov. Hochul Is More Game Than Former Governor Cuomo

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) - With former governor Andrew Cuomo out of the game, supporters are hoping for better luck getting Vegas-style casino gambling in Queens and Yonkers. They're going all in on pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul to issue gaming licenses, promising a jackpot of jobs. NYPD: Malikah Shabazz, Daughter Of Malcolm X, Found Dead In Brooklyn…

Politics ・ 23 November 2021

Gambling

What Will Online Gambling Legalization Mean for Connecticut State?

A new era of online gambling will get underway in when FanDuel, DraftKings and PlaySugarHouse launch this month. The state should eventually earn around $100 million per year by taxing this nascent industry, according to Gov. Ned Lamont. This article explores the economic impact that will have upon Connecticut, and how the state will spend the…

Lottery ・ 05 October 2021

New Jersey Online Gambling

Yonkers Racino Still Doing Brisk Business Amid Talks Of Casino Upgrade

It was business as usual on a Tuesday lunch hour at the Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway, with a bit of an attendance boost due to a 50% off promotion at The Big Kitchen food court for rewards club members age 50 and up - which is most of the venue's clientele anyway. The harness track's 15-year-old racino - which boasts slots, but no…

Law ・ 30 June 2021