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New York: Las Vegas Sands' $4 billion casino resort proposal faces scrutiny at Hempstead Town hearing

Las Vegas Sands' proposed $4 billion casino resort in Uniondale, facing scrutiny for its potential environmental impact, took center stage at a Hempstead Town hearing on Thursday. Engineers and planners are set to evaluate over 100 intersections, water availability, and air quality surrounding the Nassau Coliseum site. The gathering at the Long…

Travel ・ 20 January 2024

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands' proposed $4B casino draws 300 to public meeting

Engineers and planners are expected to survey traffic at more than 100 intersections, the availability of drinking water from public and private wells and the impact on air quality of Las Vegas Sands' proposed $4 billion casino resort on the site of the Nassau Coliseum, witnesses at a Hempstead Town hearing said Thursday. Hundreds of supporters and…

Travel ・ 19 January 2024

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands environmental review advances in Hempstead, despite court ruling

The $4 billion casino resort proposal at the Nassau Coliseum site moves forward Thursday with public meetings on an environmental study led by the Town of Hempstead, despite a legal battle between the county and Hofstra University that had put the process on hold. Two "scoping sessions" are scheduled at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale, at…

Law ・ 18 January 2024

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands casino opponents ask Hempstead to halt environmental study

Opponents of a $4 billion casino-resort proposal at the site of the Nassau Coliseum are calling on the Town of Hempstead to halt an environmental review of it until a state Appellate Court rules on the developer's rights to the property. "Say NO to the Casino," a group of local residents, is challenging whether Las Vegas Sands is allowed to study…

Law ・ 10 January 2024

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Online betting causes serious gambling problems for teens

According to the data provided, teens have increasingly started betting online despite a package of precautions. Instead of playing new releases of SpongeBob games, they are choosing to get into adult entertainment. Increasingly, teens and young adults have become addicted to online gambling, which is a concern for politicians and therapists in the…

Gambling Addiction ・ 30 December 2023

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Las Vegas Sands eyes Nassau Coliseum site for new casino

There's a new entry in New York's high-stakes competition for one of three downstate casino licenses. Las Vegas Sands is looking to set up a multibillion-dollar casino at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site on Long Island. The gaming juggernaut is the latest entry into the fray, joining about half a dozen other firms since Albany said it…

Industry ・ 14 December 2023

Politico

The race is on to build a casino in New York City

New York state has a ban on new casinos until 2023, but Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to end that moratorium this year, allowing up to three casinos to open downstate. And already nine gambling giants are eager to bid on the contracts and are likely to offer grandiose plans for casinos, hotels and entertainment venues to boost their proposals. Some are…

Travel ・ 06 December 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands casino study advances in Town of Hempstead

An environmental review of a proposed $4 billion casino resort at the Nassau Coliseum will forge ahead in the Town of Hempstead despite a legal battle over whether county lawmakers improperly struck a deal with developer Las Vegas Sands. Hempstead Town lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously voted to declare the town the lead agency in a multi-step…

Law ・ 06 December 2023

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Long Island local wins $2.29M at Jake’s 58 casino

ISLANDIA, N.Y. (PIX11) - A lucky Suffolk County local won $2.29 million at Jake's 58 Casino Hotel on Tuesday, casino officials said. The winner, who wants to remain anonymous, hit the $2294411.78 jackpot on their fourth spin on the Wheel of Fortune machine. "The anticipation and excitement of a multi-million-dollar winner at Jake's 58 had been…

Travel ・ 29 November 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands Casino proposal faces lengthy court fight, experts say

A $4 billion casino resort proposal at the site of the Nassau Coliseum could get tied up in court for years, legal experts say, over whether county officials skipped state environmental requirements and were pressured to fast-track a lease for the area's largest private investment in more than 15 years. The next steps in Las Vegas Sands' plan could…

Law ・ 20 November 2023

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The New York Supreme Court Annuls Nassau Coliseum’s Lease Transfer of Sands New York Casino

Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum made a lease transfer of Las Vegas Sands' land to develop a $4 billion casino in Uniondale, New York. But a New York State Supreme Court justice annulled it on Thursday. Nassau County lawmakers voted 17-1 in May 2023 giving Las Vegas Sands a 99-year lease to construct a gaming property. The gaming operator…

Law ・ 18 November 2023

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Judge says New York county erred in leasing site for Sands’ proposed $5B resort

An analyst said the decision is the least of the problems troubling the state's slow process to approve New York City-area casinos. Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you,…

Travel ・ 15 November 2023

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GOING FOR THE JACKPOT: Casino operators all in on making the Big Apple the next big-time gaming center

Casino operators are all in on making the Big Apple the next big-time gaming center. News 12's Tara Rosenblum takes a look at the effects building Vegas-style casinos in the tri-state area would have locally.News 12's Tara Rosenblum, Rich Barrabi, Kurt Semder and Rachel Yonkunas contributed to this special report. Part 1: Interview with Empire City…

Winnings ・ 15 November 2023

CBS News

Judge blocks Las Vegas Sands' agreement to build casino at Nassau Coliseum site

UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- There are three coveted licenses up for grabs to run a Downstate New York casino. But with billions of dollars hanging in the balance, a judge just threw a curveball to one of those jockeying for position. Developers who want to turn the Nassau Coliseum site into a gambling casino and resort were told to go back to the drawing…

Law ・ 11 November 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands paid $241 million for Nassau Coliseum site lease

Taking another step toward a casino bid, Las Vegas Sands has paid a total $241 million to acquire a lease to control the Nassau Coliseum site, according to a new company filing. The price tag included a $92 million "goodwill" premium - more than the property's true value, according to the company's quarterly report filed Oct. 20 with the U.S.…

Industry ・ 27 October 2023

Newsday

NY should spend more to treat gambling addiction

New York State hit the jackpot last year, raking in $4.8 billion in revenues from a growing number of licensed casinos, expanded lottery games and, most notably, the legalization of sports betting, both in-person and online. According to state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, most of that money - $4.6 billion or 95% - went to education, with the $200…

Gambling Addiction ・ 26 October 2023

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Teens Are Developing ‘Severe Gambling Problems’ as Online Betting Surges

The growing acceptance of online gambling in the U.S. is permeating the nation's universities, high schools, and even middle schools at a rate that is of growing concern to politicians, therapists, and local helpline workers, who are noticing more underage and youth gamblers coming forward with problems. Since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of…

Gambling Addiction ・ 11 October 2023

The Real Deal

Local Colleges Divided on Sands’ Nassau County Casino

Las Vegas Sands' proposed casino in Nassau County has set off a debate between two local higher education institutions. Hofstra University and Nassau Community College are on opposing sides over the benefits of a casino at the site of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Newsday reported. Both schools are a short walk from where the gaming facility…

Law ・ 27 September 2023

BK Reader

Coney Island Residents Oppose the Opening of a Casino

A resort with a luxury casino is proposed to be built on the sandy entertainment strip in Brooklyn. However, the residents of Coney Island are skeptical about it. This was revealed in a community engagement report from the office of Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. The report was released on Tuesday. It was forty pages of printed text.…

Land-based ・ 09 September 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands' $4B Nassau casino proposal takes next step

Las Vegas Sands' proposed $4 billion casino-resort at the site of the Nassau Coliseum would require a zoning change that creates a new hospitality district in Uniondale, according to land-use plans the company filed with the Town of Hempstead Thursday. The application - a major step in the process for the Nevada-based company's proposal - seeks to…

Politics ・ 11 August 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Adds Canyon Ranch to NY Casino Bid

Las Vegas Sands is upping its efforts in its pursuit of a full-scale casino license in downstate New York. Just recently, the gambling leader announced that it has secured the leader in the destination wellness category, Canyon Ranch, for its US$4-billion bid for an integrated casino resort on Long Island at the Nassau Veterans Memorial…

Travel ・ 31 July 2023

New York Post

Long Island man busted for 'flaunting genitalia' at Las Vegas casino

He was really down for some strip poker. An out-of-control Long Island man went on a buck-naked rampage in Sin City, allegedly slugging a one-legged man before streaking into a casino - where he was caught on video "flaunting his genitalia while gyrating" on top of a poker table. Brian Danilczyk, 35, of West Babylon claimed he has zero memory of…

Land-based ・ 12 July 2023

Gambling

Competition Heats Up For Downstate New York Casino Licenses

A prominent New York real estate developer has joined the list of those seeking a license to operate a commercial casino in downstate New York. Larry Silverstein, chairman of Silverstein Properties, is seeking to build a casino in Manhattan about four blocks west of Times Square at 11th Avenue and 41st Street, according to the New York Times. The…

Industry ・ 06 July 2023

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Las Vegas the 11th worst city in the US for hotel service, nationwide survey finds

Las Vegas is ranked 11th in a nationwide survey that has analyzed the worst city for hotel service in the US. The survey conducted by Planetware.com analyzed nearly 8 million reviews on TripAdvisor of over 9000 hotels in 95 cities nationwide. The survey's key findings show that 10% of all Las Vegas hotels have TripAdvisor reviews with 1 or 2 stars.…

Land-based ・ 06 June 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Casino Project in New York Approved

Nassau County, New York State legislators approved the Las Vegas Sands' 99-year lease to build and manage a $4 billion casino on the site of Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. The civic association "Say No to the Casino", in collaboration with various pressure groups, has opposed the idea. They claimed that the Las Vegas Sands Casino on Long Island…

Law ・ 24 May 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Sands Corp. gets Nassau Coliseum land

The Nassau County Legislature, the 19-member government entity that oversees Nassau Coliseum land, voted overwhelmingly Monday to transfer 72 acres to Las Vegas Sands Corp. to develop a downstate New York integrated resort with a casino. Following a 5½-hour hearing, the Legislature voted 17-1 with one member absent to transfer the land to the Las…

Law ・ 24 May 2023

Long Island Press

Las Vegas Sands Casino Plan Advances as Nassau Pols OK Lease

Nassau County lawmakers approved Monday a 99-year lease with Las Vegas Sands, which proposed replacing the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum with a $4 billion casino resort in Uniondale, over the objection of neighbors concerned about crime. The Republican-majority county Legislature voted nearly unanimously in favor of the proposal, with…

Law ・ 23 May 2023

NBC New York

Long Island News: Las Vegas Sands Gets Approval to Develop Casino Around Nassau Coliseum

Plans to bring a casino to Long Island have taken a big step forward, but there's still a long way to go. The Nassau County Legislature voted 17-1 Monday night to to grant Las Vegas Sands a 99-year lease to develop the 72-acre area around the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale. The $5-billion project will include a casino, hotel, entertainment venue and…

Law ・ 23 May 2023

ABC 7 NY

Nassau County to vote on proposed Las Vegas Sands casino at Nassau Coliseum

NASSAU COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) -- Nassau County lawmakers are set to vote on a proposed casino at the Nassau Coliseum. Las Vegas Sands wants to turn the location into a $4 billion entertainment center and resort. Last month, the county reached a lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands that gives them control over the Nassau Coliseum site. The…

Law ・ 22 May 2023

New York Post

Hofstra president Susan Poser debunks Sands casino as bad bet, urges local lawmakers to nix it

The president of Hofstra University is urging Long Island lawmakers to nix a plan for Las Vegas Sands Corp. to put a casino at the Nassau Coliseum near its campus - claiming it'll be more trouble than it's worth. "The casino proposed by Las Vegas Sands runs directly counter to the interests of our local population and will create dangers rather…

Law ・ 08 May 2023

Newsday

Casino stakes high for Hempstead Town

But a small change tucked into the voluminous state budget could mean a massive multimillion-dollar windfall for the Town of Hempstead - if officials play their cards right. The change comes in how casino-related revenue will be divided up for municipalities outside of New York City. Previously, the formula worked so that the host county would…

Finance ・ 05 May 2023

European Gaming

Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated. Location identity company Incognia announced its entrance into the regulated US gaming market with the launch of its integrated…

Industry ・ 02 May 2023

The Real Deal

Las Vegas Sands Inks Nassau Coliseum Lease

Las Vegas Sands has agreed to lease the land needed for its Long Island megadevelopment, which could include a casino. The company's deal would give Sands control of the Nassau Coliseum property in Uniondale for the next 99 years, Newsday reported. The agreement is the first in a litany of steps that could bring full-scale gambling to Nassau…

Politics ・ 29 April 2023

Trip Pub

Long Island officials reach agreement to lease Nassau Coliseum to Sands for casino bid

Nassau County officials said Wednesday that they have reached a deal to transfer the lease for the Nassau Coliseum site to Las Vegas Sands, a major step in the gambling giant's push to win a coveted gaming license and bring a bustling casino to Long Island. The 99-year lease agreement does not guarantee that the Uniondale site where the New York…

Law ・ 28 April 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands lease gets OK from Nassau Planning Commission

Nassau County's Planning Commission on Thursday unanimously agreed to transfer the county's Coliseum lease to Las Vegas Sands, which has proposed a $4 billion casino-resort on the property. The lease agreement, announced by County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Sands executives on Wednesday, now moves to county legislative committees and the full…

Law ・ 28 April 2023

Long Island Press

Las Vegas Sands, Nassau County Executive Announce Nassau Hub Deal

The Nassau Hub in Uniondale is one step closer to being the site of a casino. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Las Vegas Sands CEO Rob Goldstein have come to a lease agreement for the Nassau Coliseum property, they announced during a news conference on Wednesday. "We are going to develop the Coliseum site into a world-class hotel, a…

Industry ・ 27 April 2023

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Nassau County gambles on Las Vegas Sands

Plans to redevelop more than 70 acres at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale took a huge step forward Wednesday after Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman revealed the county has come to terms on a lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands. The agreement would give the Sands control over the land where it plans to spend $4 billion on a resort that would…

Finance ・ 27 April 2023

8 News Now

Las Vegas Sands set to develop Long Island casino

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Officials in New York's Nassau County have reached a lease agreement with the Las Vegas Sands to develop a "world class-hotel and entertainment center" at the site where Long Island's NHL team won four Stanley Cups. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in a formal announcement Wednesday said the deal will give the Las Vegas…

Industry ・ 27 April 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Sands signs deal for NY casino resort site

New York's Nassau County signed a preliminary 99-year lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands Corp. for use of its 80-acre Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site for development of an integrated resort with a casino on Long Island. In a news conference in New York on Wednesday, Sands Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein and Nassau County Executive Bruce…

Land-based ・ 27 April 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands strikes Coliseum lease agreement for $4B casino resort

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Las Vegas Sands CEO Robert Goldstein on Wednesday announced an agreement that would give the company control of the Coliseum property in Uniondale for the next 99 years - a key step toward developing a $4 billion casino resort in the heart of the county. If the lease agreement is approved by the county…

Travel ・ 27 April 2023

ABC 7 NY

Nassau County strikes deal with Las Vegas Sands to bring casino to area

NASSAU COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) -- Nassau County reached a lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands that gives them control over the Nassau Coliseum site. The county will get a lump sum payment, as well as annual revenues to the county and the Town of Hempstead and surrounding communities exceeding $100 million per year. "And we believe that will…

Law ・ 27 April 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Sands speeding up Marina Bay Sands resort’s renovation project in Singapore

Las Vegas Sands Corp. will speed up its $1 billion renovation of the Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore. In a proxy statement issued by Sands Friday, ahead of its May 11 annual meeting, Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein said the project to upgrade two towers at the iconic property is expected to be completed by the end of the year. "Following the…

Travel ・ 07 April 2023

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

Newsday

Sands, seeking casino license, funds programs in Nassau, including visit by David Beckham

Since announcing it wants to build a casino in Uniondale, Sands New York has spread money around Nassau to sponsor a wide range of local programs, including bringing in soccer superstars and a former NFL star to grace a youth events. The group also has sponsored Irish American government day in Garden City, training programs at Nassau Community…

Industry ・ 25 March 2023

AMNY

Rolling the dice: A closer look at the 10 contenders seeking lucrative New York casino licenses

This story was reported by Timothy Bolger, Ben Brachfeld, Jada Camille, Aidan Graham, Carlotta Mohamed, Dean Moses, Bill Parry, Aliya Schneider, Robbie Sequeira and Ethan Stark-Miller. It was edited by Christian Murray and Robert Pozarycki. New Yorkers are bearing witness to a World Series of Poker-style showdown featuring ten bids involving some…

Land-based ・ 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

City & State New York

How do you convince Manhattanites a casino will be good for their neighborhood?

Casino companies are used to having a house advantage. But in the bidding process for three downstate casino licenses, it's the local communities that those companies are hoping to call home that just might have the edge. Roughly a dozen casino companies and real estate developers are mulling or planning on bidding for one of three casino licenses…

Industry ・ 07 March 2023

AMNY

NYC casino bidding war: Latest entrant pitches huge hotel and Ferris wheel near UN

Are you ready for a high-rollin', high-flyin' time near the UN? Yet another entrant has joined the field in the fierce bidding war for a casino license in New York City - this time led by a billionaire developer who also wants to construct a huge Ferris wheel on vacant land just south of the United Nations. The wheel is the centerpiece of a joint…

Land-based ・ 02 February 2023

chinadaily.com.cn

Developers seek casinos in Manhattan

A proposal seeking one of New York City's three casino licenses would include a massive Ferris wheel near the United Nations' headquarters in Midtown Manhattan with a mostly underground casino. Another proposal would convert the top three floors of Saks Fifth Avenue's flagship department store on Fifth Avenue across from Rockefeller Center and St.…

Law ・ 02 February 2023

The New York Times

Latest NYC Casino Bid Includes a Ferris Wheel Near the UN

After more than two decades, a developer's megaproject could finally take root at the sprawling, fallow site near the United Nations headquarters in Midtown. Its latest bid: a proposal for Manhattan's first Vegas-style casino. Soloviev Group, the longtime owner of the 6.7-acre plot, said on Tuesday that it will partner with Mohegan, the casino and…

Industry ・ 31 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Eyes Casino For NY's Long Island

Move over Macau and Singapore. Las Vegas Sands is betting on Long Island, unlike other city-centric developers spending millions to win a casino license in New York. All these new proposals are focusing on corporate meeting spaces and tourism boosts to the economy to turn the odds in their favor. Las Vegas Sands is pursuing a multi-billion flagship…

Travel ・ 31 January 2023

Country 106.5 WYRK

Massive Vegas Style Casino Coming To New York?

New York State has made million in tax revenue from online sports betting and casinos and soon there may be a "Vegas" style casino located in the state. Currently, there are 12 land-based casinos in the state which are overseen by the New York State Gaming Commission. Also within the state border are 15 tribal casinos that are regulated by the…

Travel ・ 31 January 2023

Newsday

New Nassau casino no gamble

Hofstra University president Susan Poser's op-ed opposing Las Vegas Sands' proposal at the Nassau Hub was curiously quiet on the important fact that the project would create thousands of good union construction jobs and long-term careers for Long Islanders and Hofstra graduates ["A casino at the Hub is a very bad idea," Opinion, Jan. 17]. It is…

Industry ・ 30 January 2023

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New York Senator Wants Casinos To Be Licensed In 2023

This year, a New York politician wants to legalize complete casinos near New York City. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, a Democrat from Queens, said that he doesn't wish the licensing procedure for three casinos in the metro region that are designed to resemble Las Vegas to "linger." Addabbo chairs the state Senate's Committee on Racing, Gaming, and…

Law ・ 15 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands eyes Long Island for large casino project

Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) announced its intention to pursue the development of a multi-billion-dollar flagship hospitality, entertainment and casino project on Long Island, New York. The company said it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The transactions…

Industry ・ 15 January 2023

The Street

Saks Fifth Avenue Takes a Gamble on NYC Casino

Saks Fifth Avenue is feeling lucky. The iconic New York City department store, which opened its doors on September 15, 1924, is looking to get into the casino business. Hudson's Bay Company, the owner of the Saks Fifth Avenue department store chain, said it would bid with the state to convert the top three floors of its flagship store in Midtown…

Industry ・ 14 January 2023

WSHU

Las Vegas Sands pursues a downstate casino license at old Nassau Coliseum site

Las Vegas Sands, the resort company and casino, announced Thursday that it will pursue a license to operate an entertainment destination and casino on the property of the former Nassau County Coliseum in Uniondale. Sands Corp. is vying for one of from the New York State Gaming Commission, which applications opened for last week. Former Governor…

Law ・ 14 January 2023

The New York Times

Saks Fifth Avenue Owner Unveils Plan for Casino at NYC Store

The race to build New York's first full-service casino is going upscale. Hudson's Bay Company, the owner of the Saks Fifth Avenue department store chain, said it would bid with the state to convert the top three floors of its flagship store in Midtown Manhattan into a Monte Carlo-style casino. The project is one in a growing list of bids to secure…

Industry ・ 13 January 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Sands Corp. to build Long Island casino resort

Las Vegas Sands Corp. is proposing to build a multibillion-dollar resort on Long Island, New York, as part of a bid for one of three downstate New York casino licenses. Las Vegas Sands said Thursday it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site that's currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The…

Land-based ・ 13 January 2023

Gambling

New York Senator Wants Big Apple Casinos Licensed This Year

A New York lawmaker is pushing for full casinos to be licensed in the New York City area this year. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, D-Queens, told Gambling.com he doesn't want the licensing process for three Las Vegas-style casinos in the metropolitan area to "linger." Addabbo is chairman of the state Senate Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering. Any delay…

Law ・ 13 January 2023

ABC 7 NY

Las Vegas Sands announces plans for multi-billion dollar casino in Nassau County, Long Island

NASSAU COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) -- The Las Vegas Sands announced plans Thursday to pursue the development of a multi-billion dollar casino and entertainment project on Long Island. The company has agreed to purchase the long-term lease of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. It would allow the company to control about 80 acres in Nassau…

Industry ・ 13 January 2023

iGaming Business

Las Vegas Sands reveals Long Island casino plans in New York

The operator has agreed to purchase the long-term lease of the site currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. While the deal remains subject to certain approvals, the transaction would grant Sands control of up to 80 acres. Initial plans for the development state casino gaming would represent less than 10% of the total square footage…

Travel ・ 12 January 2023

The Bronx News 12

Las Vegas Sands plans to lease Nassau Coliseum for multibillion-dollar flagship casino

News 12 Long Island has learned that Las Vegas Sands is looking to develop a multibillion-dollar flagship hospitality, entertainment and casino project at Nassau Coliseum.The decision to pursue the development comes after the recent release of the New York State Gaming Commission's request for application for three downstate New York gaming…

Travel ・ 12 January 2023

Yogonet

Las Vegas Sands reportedly exploring Nassau County as location for potential New York casino bid

Nevada-based casino and resort giant Las Vegas Sands is reportedly eyeing Nassau County for a potential casino application in New York, according to local media. The firm's interest in pursuing an opportunity in the Empire State follows a New York Gaming Facility Location Board vote on Tuesday that opened up the application process for three…

Law ・ 12 January 2023

The Real Deal

Las Vegas Sands Pitches Nassau Coliseum for New York Casino

Sensing opportunity, the Las Vegas Sands entered New York's casino sweepstakes, setting its sights outside of the city. The Sands entered into an agreement to purchase the long-term lease of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site in Uniondale on Long Island, News 12 Long Island reported. Financial terms of the agreement, which requires further…

Bonuses ・ 12 January 2023

World Casino News

Las Vegas Sands Plans New Project on Nassau Coliseum Site

The casino and resort giant from Las Vegas, Las Vegas Sands, has begun working on its expansion plans. The company has submitted a bid to gain the rights to build a new tourism destination on the site of the Nassau Coliseum in downstate New York. The plans for building a new property include private funding, and the destination is expected to be…

Land-based ・ 12 January 2023

Long Island Press

Las Vegas Sands Proposes Casino at Nassau Coliseum

Las Vegas Sands has proposed turning the largely dormant Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale into a casino as New York State considers applications to open three such facilities in the downstate region. "We strongly believe Long Island can be home to one of the region's great entertainment and hospitality developments," said Robert G.…

Industry ・ 12 January 2023

Yogonet

Sands joins downstate NY casino race with multi-billion dollar Long Island bid

Las Vegas Sands announced Thursday it will bid for a multi-billion dollar casino at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site on Long Island, New York. The company's move to pursue an opportunity in the Empire State follows a New York Gaming Facility Location Board vote earlier this month that opened up the application process for three downstate…

Travel ・ 12 January 2023

iGaming Brazil

Las Vegas Sands Proposes Multi-Billion Dollar Casino Development on Long Island, New York

Las Vegas Sands has confirmed that it is pursuing the development of a multi-billion dollar hospitality, entertainment and casino project on Long Island, New York, with the recent release of the New York State Gaming Commission Application for three gaming licenses in the center of New York State. The company has signed agreements to purchase the…

Industry ・ 12 January 2023

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands proposes multibillion dollar project on Nassau Coliseum site

Las Vegas Sands, the casino and resort company, has submitted a bid to build a privately-funded, multibillion dollar tourism destination on the site of the Nassau Coliseum, after striking a deal to become the new tenants on the county-owned property, officials confirmed to Newsday. Officials with knowledge of the proposal, which would include a…

Industry ・ 12 January 2023

Newsday

Blakeman endorses a potential casino at the Nassau Hub

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said Friday that he supports a full-scale casino coming to the Nassau Hub, though he wants nongambling activity to dominate any potential development project. "It's got to be primarily an entertainment center and hospitality business with the casino as an ancillary use there … I think that an entertainment…

Law ・ 07 January 2023

Review Journal

Chinatown in Las Vegas to add new dim sum restaurant

Some dispatches from the latest Las Vegas restaurant reconnaissance: • A new dim sum spot is coming to the Chinatown space once occupied by Joyful House Chinese Cuisine, according to Joe Muscaglione, the longtime Chinatown restaurateur and co-owner of ShangHai Taste and Sea Fresh seafood bar. Public records indicate the name of the new restaurant…

Travel ・ 04 January 2023

US Bets

New York Casino Location Board Ready For Big Apple Applicants

The panel charged with determining where to locate New York City-area casinos issued a request for applications (RFA) on Tuesday in its first public meeting, signaling the start of the expensive, high-stakes competition for the three licenses being dangled. The Gaming Facility Location Board, part of the New York State Gaming Commission, announced…

Law ・ 04 January 2023

Patch

Very Merry Westchester Resident Wins $1M Jackpot At Empire City Casino

YONKERS, NY - A Yonkers man found out he was on Santa's nice list in a big way, winning an over $1M jackpot. Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts announced that one lucky player received an early holiday present and became the newest member of the Empire City millionaire club. Leo R., of Yonkers, hit the largest jackpot of 2022, winning $1088271 with…

Winnings ・ 31 December 2022

World Casino News

Las Vegas Sands looking for casino location at Long Island

Las Vegas Sands Corporation, one of the largest gambling operators in the world, is looking for a location in Long Island to build a casino following the suggestion of its senior vice president, David A. Paterson, a former New York governor. Long Island locations: Paterson said that they still do not know the location of the future facility and…

Industry ・ 09 December 2022

Elite Sports NY

Board Approved for New York Downstate Casino Expansion

A board to determine the location and siting of up to three potential downstate New York casinos was approved this afternoon by the New York State Gaming Commission. The commission appointed New York Women's Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Quenia Abreau, former New York City Housing Commissioner Vicki Been, and Stuart Rabinowitz, who served…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

Newsday

Las Vegas Sands looking at Long Island sites for casino

One of the world's largest gambling businesses, Las Vegas Sands Corp., is looking to build a casino on Long Island at the suggestion of its senior vice president David A. Paterson, a former New York governor. "We don't know where the location is at this point," Paterson said in a Newsday interview on Thursday. "But I'm the one who suggested that…

Industry ・ 01 December 2022

The New York Times

A Casino Atop Saks? Lobbyists Push for Manhattan Gambling Site

A Monaco-style casino atop Saks Fifth Avenue, across the street from St. Patrick's Cathedral. A gambling den with East River views, alongside a popular wedding venue. A Hard Rock casino in the center of Times Square. In the next several days, as part of state budget negotiations, Gov. Kathy Hochul and legislative leaders may well hash out a deal…

Politics ・ 01 December 2022

The New York Times

5 Things to Know About NYC-Area Casinos That May Be Coming

Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know now is that in April, New York State approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

Silive

Three casino licenses approved for NYC area; here’s what we know

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- New York State's fiscal year 2023 budget has been officially signed into law, fast-tracking a possible jackpot for New York City with up to three full casino licenses on the way. The Class III licenses would allow poker and other table games, slot machines and retail sports betting. The state is still establishing the process…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

8 News Now

Tips from Las Vegas pizza pie makers

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - If you love pizza and work at perfecting your homemade recipe, here's a treat: Two Las Vegas pie makers share a couple of tips. Both Vince Rotolo, of Good Pie, and Madisen Saglibene, of Pizza Stone'd, swear by the best ingredients. And, of course, flavors and styles that appeal to you and your family. They are New York natives:…

Strategy Guide ・ 10 November 2022

Bronx Times

White Plains resident hits more than $585K at Empire City Casino

One very large stocking stuffer came a White Plains resident's way as Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts announced its second largest jackpot of the year a few days before Christmas and New Year's. White Plains Resident James S. recently hit the $585532.38 jackpot with a $20 bet over the weekend on the IGT Wheel of Fortune Triple Stars slot machine,…

Winnings ・ 03 November 2022

US Bets

New York Casino Board Adds Members As New Proposal Emerges

All five boroughs now have checked in with a plan to build a Las Vegas-style casino in their corner of New York City. Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella is the latest official to make a pitch for one of the three downstate casino licenses that will be under consideration by the New York State Gaming Commission beginning this month. Since…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 October 2022

Vegas Inc

Some of Las Vegas' big gaming companies want a bite of the Big Apple

NEW YORK - With the latest edition of the New York Post in one hand and a beer in the other, George Miller fumbled for a betting slip he feared might have been blown away on a blustery day at a racetrack parking lot on the outskirts of New York City. A Long Island resident, Miller likes to come to the Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens to play the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 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

Gambling

Major Casinos Compete For Manhattan License

New casino licenses won't be issued in New York until at least next year, but major gaming operators already are vying to open resorts in New York City. Las Vegas-based Caesars Entertainment is the latest to seek one of three downstate casino licenses, announcing plans this week for a casino in Times Square. Caesars is teaming with SL Green Realty…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 October 2022

The New York Times

Where Could a Casino Be Built in New York City? What We Know

For years, casino companies have salivated over the prospect of a casino in New York City, one of the last major untapped gambling markets in the United States and a global tourist destination anchoring a metropolitan area with about 23 million residents. They may soon get what they were looking for. In April, elected officials in Albany authorized…

New Year ・ 21 October 2022

World Casino News

Thor Equities interested in New York City casino license

The process of bringing three casinos to the downstate area of New York continues, with a board formed and more companies showing interest in licensing. Just after board members were announced for the location and siting of the new casinos were named, a real estate development firm made known its interest in licensing. Thor Equities appears to be…

Land-based ・ 13 October 2022

Elite Sports NY

Thor Equities Planning Coney Island Casino Bid

Just a week after a board was formed to determine the location and siting of up to three downstate New York casinos, one real estate development firm is already making its intentions known. A source confirmed to ESNY that Thor Equities, a real estate development, leasing and management firm, will be submitting a "robust" bid to the New York casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 October 2022

Gothamist

NYC casino process moves ahead as key siting board gets members

A business leader, a former university president and a former New York City deputy mayor will oversee the bidding process for New York's three remaining casino licenses, which are expected to be awarded in New York City and the surrounding area. The state Gaming Commission on Monday unanimously approved the first three members of the Gaming…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 October 2022

Brooklyn Eagle

Mets’ casino gamble could crap out in parking lot

EDITORS' NOTE: The location of CitiField, home of the Nets, was solicited by Robert Moses, the architect famous for car-centric urban development and design around the New York metropolitan area and contiguous states. Since the last midcentury and post-war fruition of personal automobiles - quintessential to the suburban lifestyle - the Queens…

Land-based ・ 15 August 2022

Newsday

5 casinos to visit that offer more than just gambling close to Long Island

Considering a casino visit this month or in the fall? Play your cards right and you'll walk away a big winner beyond the busy gaming tables and blinking slot machines on your next trip. That's actually a safe bet because these destinations offer a veritable all-you-can-buffet of options when it comes to entertainment (Blondie or Rod Stewart? Wanda…

Christmas ・ 04 August 2022

New York Post

NYC developers eyeing casinos for Hudson Yards, Times Square, Willets Point, Coney Island

New York City developers and gaming operators are putting their chips on the table in a frenzied bid for the right to open local casinos, including in Times Square and Hudson Yards, The Post has learned. Some of the other sites being eyed are Willets Point near the Mets Citi Field ballpark in Queens and Brooklyn's Coney Island, according to sources…

Politics ・ 25 July 2022

The Derrick

Nevada gambling license approved for new Sparks casino

RENO, Nev. (AP) - State regulators have approved a gambling license for the first newly constructed casino in the Reno-Sparks area more than two decades. The Nevada Gaming Commission voted Thursday to approve the license sought by Las Vegas-based Olympia Gaming for the Legends Bay Casino in Sparks. For copyright information, check with the…

Law ・ 24 June 2022

Gambling

New York City Casinos Could Be Ready Year From Licensing

Las Vegas-style casinos could be operational in the New York City area in one to five years after being licensed, a state senator says. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, D-Queens, told Gambling.com two area resorts already with slots could offer complete casino games within a year from licensing. Addabbo is chairman of the state Senate Racing, Gaming and…

Land-based ・ 06 June 2022

Captain Altcoin

New York City Casino Will Include Crypto Trading Floor

The term "cryptocurrency" refers to a type of digital currency. It is possible to manage and exchange traditional currency online, but this is not the same as owning cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrencies are distinct because they are a decentralized and democratic alternative to government-issued currency. Governments control the supply of money in…

Land-based ・ 01 June 2022

QCHRON

York course sets up casino game careers

As the gaming industry in New York grows, York College is prepared to provide career options for individuals interested in that job sector. For approximately two years three Department of Business and Economics professors from the Jamaica-based CUNY school collaborated with a team of executives from Resorts World New York City, the Big Apple's only…

Games ・ 26 May 2022

PYMNTS

Bet There'll Be Fewer Online Casinos Next Year?

Pimlico Race Course. The name conjures greats of horse racing that have thundered down its track over the decades - Man o' War, Seabiscuit, Secretariat - and, as the 2022 Preakness is run this weekend at Baltimore's iconic course, sports wagering is on the table as never before. As step two in the tripartite title known as the Triple Crown, awarded…

Sports ・ 21 May 2022

Vegas Inc

5 things to know about 3 casinos that may be headed to NYC area

NEW YORK - Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know is that in April, New York state approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 May 2022

The New York Times

5 Things to Know About 3 Casinos That May Be Headed for N.Y.C. Area

Whether New Yorkers are ready or not, casinos will soon be coming to the New York City area. Precisely how soon and how many remains to be determined. What we know now is that in April, New York State approved the issuance of three new casino licenses intended for the area. Technically, one or more of the licenses could be issued to a casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 02 May 2022