#New York State

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Cultural Impact: Casinos as Entertainment Destinations in New York State

New York features 18 licensed land-based casinos, mainly around New York City, showing how much the state's cultural role and perception of gambling have evolved. Over the years, the image and function of these casinos have changed dramatically-from being seen as dark, secretive places associated with nightlife activities like gambling and drinking…
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Cultural Impact: Casinos as Entertainment Destinations in New York State
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N.Y. Lottery: Player buys $19.2M New York LOTTO jackpot-winning ticket online

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - One lucky winner scored $19.2 million in a New York LOTTO drawing, according to lottery officials. The New York Lottery announced that one jackpot-winning ticket for the March 23 New York LOTTO drawing was sold to a New York Lottery subscriber; the subscription allows players to choose games and purchase lottery tickets…
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N.Y. Lottery: Player buys $19.2M New York LOTTO jackpot-winning ticket online
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Woman offered steak dinner instead of $43 million in jackpot winnings at US casino

A woman in New York, Katrina Bookman found herself facing disappointment after what initially seemed like a significant jackpot win. During her visit to the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York, in 2017, Bookman was to see $42949672 displayed on the slot machine screen. This windfall could have marked one of the largest slot machine jackpot…
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Woman offered steak dinner instead of $43 million in jackpot winnings at US casino
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Growth seen likely for online gambling

NEW YORK -- With Rhode Island last week becoming the seventh U.S. state to launch internet gambling, industry panelists at an online gambling conference predicted recently that several additional states would join the fray in the next few years. Speaking at the Next.io forum on internet gambling and sports betting, several mentioned New York and…
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California, Maryland, and New York Discussing Internet Gambling

Internet gambling is slowly but surely gaining traction in the United States. As more states begin to allow online sports betting, just seven currently allow players to win real money at online casinos. Rhode Island was the most recent and it may be the breaking point for others to join in. An industry panel convened recently at an online gambling…
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California, Maryland, and New York Discussing Internet Gambling
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Woman who won £33 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino

Imagine bagging a whopping $43 million (£33 million) jackpot, just to be offered a steak dinner instead of your winnings. That's exactly what happened to Katrina Bookman back in 2017. Bookman was playing the slots at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York, when she won what would have been the largest slot machine jackpot in US history -…
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Woman who won £33 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino
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Panel says New York, Maryland and maybe California could offer internet gambling soon

NEW YORK (AP) - With Rhode Island this week becoming the seventh U.S. state to launch internet gambling, industry panelists at an online gambling conference predicted Wednesday that several additional states would join the fray in the next few years. Speaking at the Next.io forum on internet gambling and sports betting, several mentioned New York…
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Panel says New York, Maryland and maybe California could offer internet gambling soon
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Gambling industry experts predict New York, Maryland next states to legalize online casino

Gambling industry panelists at the Next.io forum have predicted that New York and Maryland could be the next states in the US to launch online casino gaming. The most recent state to regulate the practice in the country was Rhode Island, which earlier this week became the seventh state to offer the vertical. Speaking at the online gambling…
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Gambling industry experts predict New York, Maryland next states to legalize online casino
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New York, Maryland, and possibly California could be welcoming online gambling

With Rhode Island this week becoming the seventh U.S. state to launch internet gambling, industry panelists at an online gambling conference predicted Wednesday that several additional states would join the fray in the next few years. Speaking at the Next.io forum on internet gambling and sports betting, several mentioned New York and Maryland as…
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New York, Maryland, and possibly California could be welcoming online gambling
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Panel says more states may offer internet gambling soon

NEW YORK - With Rhode Island this week becoming the seventh U.S. state to launch internet gambling, industry panelists at an online gambling conference predicted Wednesday that several additional states would join the fray in the next few years. Speaking at the Next.io forum on internet gambling and sports betting, several mentioned New York and…
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Panel says more states may offer internet gambling soon
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Panel: N.Y., Maryland could offer internet gambling

With Rhode Island this week becoming the seventh U.S. state to launch internet gambling, industry panelists at an online gambling conference predicted Wednesday that several additional states would join the fray in the next few years. Speaking at the Next.io forum on internet gambling and sports betting, several mentioned New York and Maryland as…
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New York casino expansion targets Asian Americans

As the race for one of the three viable casino licenses in New York has begun, sights are set on Asian Americans. Critics say major casino operators use aggressive advertisements tailored towards the community. Opponents argue the use of culturally significant symbols and celebrations preys on the historically marginalized group for profit. While…
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How to catch the warning signs of problem gambling

This year's Super Bowl broke sports betting records with the American Gaming Commission estimating people bet more than $23 billion on the big game. With March Madness right around the corner, billions more are expected to be wagered. March also happens to be Problem Gambling Awareness Month, serving as an important reminder to know the warning…
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LVS Suffers Legal Setback Over Its NY Casino Plans

Recently, New York State Supreme Court Justice Sarika Kapoor, the very same judge who formerly invalidated lease of the Las Vegas Sands (LVS) with Nassau County last November, decided that LVS doesn't have a legally acceptable lease to manage the Nassau Coliseum and the ground surrounding it. Additionally, this ruling poses another problem for the…
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LVS Suffers Legal Setback Over Its NY Casino Plans
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Final Decision on New Queens Casino Expected

After months of intense negotiation and public pushback, New York State Senator Jessica Ramos went public by saying she is nearing a decision about whether or not to endorse a new casino and resort at Citi Field's complex in Queens. Citi Field is home to the New York Mets. Steve Cohen owns the Mets. This past Wednesday was the third and most…
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Final Decision on New Queens Casino Expected
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but the casino only gave me a steak dinner instead

A WOMAN who had won a whopping $43 million prize was left disappointed when the casino offered her a steak dinner instead. Katrina Bookman hit the jackpot at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York City - but her victory turned sour soon after. Bookman decided to have a go on the slot machines and after pulling the lever, the woman was left in…
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but the casino only gave me a steak dinner instead
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Got questions about Ontario’s online gambling industry? Don’t bet on getting the answers

When Ontario announced a few years ago that it was giving the green light to online gambling, politicians made familiar promises about the scheme. It would be great for consumers. Great for the province's tax revenue. Great for jobs, great for the local innovation economy. (They didn't say anything about how great it might be for our blood pressure…
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Got questions about Ontario’s online gambling industry? Don’t bet on getting the answers
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Woman who won $43 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino

Instead of being handed $43 million for her jackpot'win', a woman was offered a steak dinner instead. Tough choice, right? Katrina Bookman was at the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens, when she decided to have a go on the slot machines. After pulling the lever, she secured what would have been the largest slot machine jackpot in US history -…
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Woman who won $43 million was offered a steak dinner instead of her winnings by casino
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Online casino legalization not included in New York Governor’s 2025 state budget

Online gaming legalization has been dealt a potential setback following the publication of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget for 2025. Igaming was not included as part of Governor Kochul's budget, which totals $233bn for the year, representing a 4.5% year-on-year (YOY) increase. The budget included no mention of the projected…
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Online casino legalization not included in New York Governor’s 2025 state budget
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New York Governor Fails To Include Online Casino In Budget

Just days after New York State Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced iCasino legislation for the second year in a row, Gov. Kathy Hochul effectively put the kibosh on it for 2024. In her annual budget, Hochul did not include any mention of online casino legalization or the potential $475 million in annual tax revenue Addabbo projects. By not including it…
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New York Governor Fails To Include Online Casino In Budget
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Senator Addabbo files fresh online casino bill in New York

New York State Senator Joseph Addabbo has formally delivered a fresh online casino bill in an effort to rectify last year's failed attempt to legislate the vertical in the Empire State. The senator introduced SB 8185 yesterday, January 11, as he once again makes a push to bring igaming to one of the US' most populus states. Among the proposed terms…
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Senator Addabbo files fresh online casino bill in New York
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New York State Senator To File New Online Casino Legislation

For the second time in as many years, state Sen. Joseph Addabbo will introduce legislation to legalize New York online casino gaming. Addabbo told US Bets on Friday that he expects to file his new bill within the next two weeks. Earlier in the week in a procedural move, the New York Senate refiled last year's bill to legalize mobile casino apps as…
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New York State Senator To File New Online Casino Legislation
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Best New York Online Casinos

Legal online casinos will come to New York sooner or later. Online and mobile sports betting got the thumbs-up from state lawmakers and launched in January 2022. New York is now the No. 1 sports betting state in terms of annual revenue. Commercial casinos, tribal casinos and racinos with live casino gambling are already here. Plus, in 2023, the…
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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…
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The race is on to build a casino in New York City
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Proposed Casino Text Amendment Enters Review Process

On November 27, 2023, the City Planning Commission held a review session on the proposed Gaming Facility Text Amendment to the Zoning Resolution to streamline casino development in New York City. In 2013, New York State amended its constitution to allow up to seven commercial casinos to be built statewide. Commercial casinos are casinos that do not…
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New York, Seneca Nation temporarily extend casino compact

The gaming compact between the Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State, which was set to expire at the end of next week, has been extended through March, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul's Office. The clock is ticking for New York and the Seneca Nation to strike an agreement allowing casino gaming to continue at three Seneca-owned facilities in…
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New York, Seneca Nation temporarily extend casino compact
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Las Vegas Sands' $4B NY Casino Dream Faces Legal Hurdle

The gaming landscape in Uniondale, NY, is poised to undergo a seismic shift as Las Vegas Sands sets its sights on developing a monumental $4 billion casino hotel at the site of the storied Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. However, this vision may be clouded by an impending legal struggle that looms over the venue's future. At the heart of the…
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NY Online Casino Legalization: Economic Prospects & Impact

Currently, sports betting is legal in New York State, leaving a significant gap in the digital gambling sector for online casinos. In this article based on CasinosCanada.reviews, we look at the possible legalization of online casinos in New York to give you a detailed view of how things are changing. New York online casinos are not yet regulated,…
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NY Online Casino Legalization: Economic Prospects & Impact
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Casino Bonanza Stalls as Court Nullifies Nassau Veterans Memorial Lease Transfer

A New York State Supreme Court justice has recently nullified a previously agreed lease transfer of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, NY. The site has caught the attention of Las Vegas Sands which seeks to create a $4 billion casino hotel there. Earlier in May, the Republican-leaning Nassau County legislators displayed almost…
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Optimistic outlook for NY online casino legalization amidst Downstate licensing delays

After launching the nation's first retail sportsbook at Rivers Casino & Resorts in Schenectady and successfully launching NY online sports betting in 2022, New York is continuing its aggressive push into the legal gambling market. These developments have propelled the state-run industry to the top of the rankings across the country. The recent…
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Optimistic outlook for NY online casino legalization amidst Downstate licensing delays
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Analyst Says New York Casino Plans Won't Be Known Until 2025

Gambling industry analyst Brendan Bussmann of B Global disagrees with the common assessment that the process of awarding three downstate casino licenses in New York is going slowly. "It's not fair to [the word]'slow,'" Bussmann quipped. "This process has been the opposite of quick and painless." In fact, Bussmann believes we've still got a whole…
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Analyst Says New York Casino Plans Won't Be Known Until 2025
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Clock in ticking for new Seneca casino agreement

ALBANY - The clock is ticking for New York and the Seneca Nation to strike an agreement allowing casino gaming to continue at three Seneca-owned facilities in Western New York. Top Hochul officials did not deny that a Rochester casino was part of a deal with the Seneca Nation, and on Saturday, the Assembly refused to pass the bill authorizing…
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Clock in ticking for new Seneca casino agreement
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Tales of extraordinary Lottery wins

People have always been captivated by the tantalizing prospect of striking it rich in the blink of an eye. The allure of winning fast money has an irresistible appeal, drawing individuals from all walks of life into the exhilarating world of chance and fortune. Whether it's the spinning reels of online slot machines or the anticipation of lottery…
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Tales of extraordinary Lottery wins
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No dice: Vornado backs out of NYC casino race

Vornado Realty Trust CEO Steven Roth revealed Tuesday that a New York City casino is likely not in the cards for the company. "It's highly likely that we will not pursue the casino license," he said on an earnings call. Real estate giant Vornado previously expressed an interest in entering the crowded bidding war for one of three casino licenses on…
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No dice: Vornado backs out of NYC casino race
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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…
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NY should spend more to treat gambling addiction
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New York Reports Gambling Revenues Are Up-And So Are Problem Gambling Calls

Online sports betting in New York added $727.4 million in tax revenues in the state's fiscal 2022-2023 year-and it looks like the trend will continue into the first quarter of the current fiscal year, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. But not all news is good news. The New York State Gaming Commission also noted a 26%…
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New York Reports Gambling Revenues Are Up-And So Are Problem Gambling Calls
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Woman who won $43 million at a casino was offered a steak dinner instead

Whilst most of us dream of winning big at a casino, the reality sadly isn't always as exciting. Having played various machines at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, Katrina Bookman thought she was about to leave with a $42949672 million prize. However, the gambler was left feeling a little cheated after being offered an alternative prize of a…
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Woman who won $43 million at a casino was offered a steak dinner instead
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Potential resurrection of New York, Massachusetts casino developments bodes well for Genting Malaysia

Maybank Investment Bank said Sunday they could raise Genting Malaysia's long-term earnings estimates by as much as 74% following news that two key potential casino developments in the United States could be back on the menu. As per local news reports, the New York State Gaming Commission has now resumed the Request for Applications (RFA) process…
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Potential resurrection of New York, Massachusetts casino developments bodes well for Genting Malaysia
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Concerns Grow of NYC Casinos Affecting Catskills Communities

New York is in the process of awarding three full-casino licenses for the downstate region, and New York City is among the favourites to land at least two if not three. However, this has raised some concerns in Catskills communities, as the new casinos would likely affect Resorts World Catskills operations, as the region is reliant on revenue from…
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Concerns Grow of NYC Casinos Affecting Catskills Communities
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Will we see New York join other sections of North America in legalizing online gambling?

In recent years, online gambling has become a focal point in North America, driven by trends like technological advancements, widespread internet access, and changing consumer preferences. This article emphasizes the legalization of online gambling, particularly focusing on the current status and history in New York State. New York, a populous and…
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Will we see New York join other sections of North America in legalizing online gambling?
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Eleven New York Casino Bidders Wait For Answers

At some point in September - date to be announced - the New York State Gaming Commission will hold a meeting during which it may have answers to hundreds of questions posed by the 11 potential bidders for the state's three downstate casino licenses. "May" is the word of choice because this question-and-answer process started back in February, when…
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Eleven New York Casino Bidders Wait For Answers
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How US Online Casinos Changed Since the Legalization of Gambling

Legal online gambling is rapidly spreading in the US as more states legalize online casinos. Most states legalized online gambling after the Supreme Court ruling in 2018, giving states permission to legalize casinos and sportsbooks. The legalization has transformed the country's gaming industry into a booming business, fascinating millions…
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Brooklyn's Unique Approach: Navigating Online Gaming Regulation Amidst U.S. States

Technological advancements like the invention of the internet and mobile devices are at the forefront of the massive change witnessed in online gaming. States in the US often have varied approaches toward online gaming. This article will review the approach taken by Brooklyn, New York, and have a deep dive into what it looks like to navigate gaming…
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Roblox 'illegally facilitated child gambling': lawsuit

Roblox, the online video game maker of popular hits such as "Murder Mystery 2," "Adopt Me," and "Slap Battles" is being sued by the parents of two minors who allege that the company is illegally facilitating child gambling. Rachelle Colvin, a California resident, and Danielle Sass, who lives in New York state, filed suit against the San Mateo,…
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Roblox 'illegally facilitated child gambling': lawsuit
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Resorts World Casinos hit jackpot for New York’s public schools

Resorts World Casino New York City, the state's largest taxpayer, announced today it has reached a major milestone in supporting New York's public schools. As of 21 July, Resorts World crossed the $4 billion mark in revenue generated for New York's lottery education fund. That means that in just 12 years, Resorts World has produced enough revenue…
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Jackpot brings its lottery app, online ticket sales to NY

NEW YORK (PIX11) - The next time you want to purchase a lottery ticket in New York, you may want to check your phone first. Jackpot.com launched Tuesday in New York, letting residents buy official state lottery tickets from their phone, tablet or desktop. Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life, New York Lotto and Pick 10 tickets are available for…
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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…
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Las Vegas Sands Adds Canyon Ranch to NY Casino Bid
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Del Lago Casino: The Ultimate Guide to Gambling and Entertainment

Del Lago Casino is a premier gambling and entertainment destination located in Tyre, New York. It opened its doors to the public in February 2017 and quickly garnered a reputation as one of the top casinos in the region. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Finger Lakes region, Del Lago Casino offers a wide array of gaming options, luxurious…
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Del Lago Casino: The Ultimate Guide to Gambling and Entertainment
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New Details On Turning Stone Casino Resort Expansion Plan

On July 24, the Oneida Indian Nation officially revealed details of its $370 million capital investment in the biggest expansion and financial reinvestment in Turning Stone Resort Casino in the last 20 years, following the announcement of those plans in September 2022. Additionally, the reinvestment project will feature a full expansion of the…
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New Details On Turning Stone Casino Resort Expansion Plan
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Hochul Raises Casino Developer Cash Ahead of Licensing Decisions

A bidding war for New York City area casino licenses is underway, and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Democratic Party are taking large donations from the gaming companies and real estate giants developing pricey proposals, according to recently-released campaign finance filings. In the past two months, Hochul's fundraising committee…
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Hochul Raises Casino Developer Cash Ahead of Licensing Decisions
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IGT Unveils Colorful Online Gambling Palette

International Game Technology is renowned for being one of the online gaming powerhouses out there, introducing new products to its fans regularly. The offering is a go-to gambling experience for many Canadians, as they seek to enhance their spare time and potentially win big as a result of that. Everything within the diverse portfolio of this…
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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…
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Competition Heats Up For Downstate New York Casino Licenses
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Local leaders riled by apparent deal with Seneca Nation for Rochester casino

Local political leaders say they are dismayed that the New York State Senate and Gov. Kathy Hochul's office apparently have agreed to a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation that includes a full casino in the city of Rochester. Seneca Nation leaders on their own announced last week that a "conceptual agreement" on a new 20-year compact had been…
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Local leaders riled by apparent deal with Seneca Nation for Rochester casino
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Exclusive details in deal to put Seneca casino in Rochester

ALBANY - On Friday evening in Albany, an explosive rumor began circulating about a secretive gaming compact struck between the Seneca Nation and Gov. Kathy Hochul's administration. Two days earlier, the Nation and Hochul's office had struck a deal on the broad outlines of a new, 20-year agreement. The details of the deal were kept secret. Yet the…
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Exclusive details in deal to put Seneca casino in Rochester
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71-year-old retired handyman wins record $486 million jackpot

A 71-year-old handyman had just hung up his tool belt to officially retire. Then he got a big chunk of change to fund his next chapter. Johnnie Taylor, the recently retired New York resident, just won the $476 million Mega Millions jackpot - the largest ever won in the state since the game began in 2002. "It still doesn't feel real," Taylor…
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71-year-old retired handyman wins record $486 million jackpot
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NY man, 71, claims Mega Millions jackpot

Believe it, Johnnie Taylor, believe it. A Queens, New York man is living the dream after winning a $476 million Mega Millions jackpot in April - the largest jackpot win in the state's Mega Millions history. "It still doesn't feel real," Taylor told the New York Lottery on Monday when he claimed his prize, stating that his wife didn't believe him…
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NY man, 71, claims Mega Millions jackpot
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NY Lottery Scratch-Off Games In June That Have Top Most Prizes

It's June all across New York and are you ready for spring with some cash? Are you ready to win millions on these scratch off games? All across New York State, you could be playing some of these different Scratch-Off tickets offered by the New York Lottery. There are million dollar grand prize winning tickets, and jackpots even higher sitting in…
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NY Lottery Scratch-Off Games In June That Have Top Most Prizes
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I had proof of win but they refused to pay me & offered a free meal instead

A WOMAN'S dream turned into a nightmare after she had won over $40million only to be offered $2.25 and a steak dinner, according to her lawsuit. Katrina Bookman from New York filed a lawsuit that claimed she was playing slots at the Resort World Casino in Queens, when she was shown a winning ticket of $42.9million. Despite the machine telling her…
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I had proof of win but they refused to pay me & offered a free meal instead
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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…
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Las Vegas Sands Casino Project in New York Approved
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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…
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Gov. Hochul recuses herself from Seneca casino compact talks

ALBANY - Gov. Kathy Hochul has recused herself from negotiating a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation, instead tapping two senior aides to hash out the agreement. Hochul is recusing herself from negotiating a renewal of the Seneca Nation compact because her husband, William Hochul, is senior vice president, general counsel and secretary at…
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Gov. Hochul recuses herself from Seneca casino compact talks
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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…
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Hofstra president Susan Poser debunks Sands casino as bad bet, urges local lawmakers to nix it
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Billionaire Steve Cohen Eyes New York Casino

Billionaire Steve Cohen is vying for a license to build a casino adjacent to the Mets' Citi Field in Queens. Cohen owns the Mets. The space is currently a parking lot and park. According to Bloomberg, Cohen has hired a team of lobbyists to work on the project. The State of New York is charging $500 million for each license and requiring a minimum…
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Billionaire Steve Cohen Eyes New York Casino
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Dissecting the Regulations Governing New York’s Online Casino Gambling

Online casino gambling in New York is subject to a number of laws and guidelines that are specific to the state. Say, for example, that you wish to go to a reputable, safe, and well-rated online casino in the State of New York. You can't just do it carelessly, as there is a set of guidelines you should look at. In the past few years, online…
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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…
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Long Island officials reach agreement to lease Nassau Coliseum to Sands for casino bid
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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…
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Las Vegas Sands, Nassau County Executive Announce Nassau Hub Deal
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Mohegan seeking to boost NY casino bid odds by pledging local businesses support

Mohegan is seeking to boost its odds of securing one of New York's three commercial casino licenses to be made available for the downstate region. The company is pledging to support local small businesses and already signing up loyalty program partners in the Big Apple. The gaming and hospitality firm, controlled by the Mohegan Tribe in…
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Mohegan seeking to boost NY casino bid odds by pledging local businesses support
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A casino in Times Square? Manhattan coalition and Broadway group certainly hope not

NEW YORK, N.Y. - A new alliance of Manhattan groups and associations, including The Broadway League and the many theatre owners and producers it represents, are aiming to stop Caesars Palace Times Square from rising. The "No Times Square Casino" Community Coalition, which unveiled its messaging and purpose Friday, says major traffic congestion, a…
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A casino in Times Square? Manhattan coalition and Broadway group certainly hope not
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What Happened to Katrina Bookman?

Sure, casinos are all about having fun, but at the end of the day we're all in it to win it. And if a machine told you that you'd hit the jackpot you'd be ecstatic - your life would change forever. So you can imagine the excitement when Katrina Bookman entered Resorts World Casino in New York and hit a win for almost $43 million. But when she came…
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What Happened to Katrina Bookman?
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How Casino Culture Influenced New York City

People tend to think of Las Vegas when discussing casino culture in the US and this is for good reason. Las Vegas is the Mecca when it comes to casinos, attracting tourists from all over the world, but New York is quickly becoming a hotspot for casinos and it's easy to see why. Historically, gambling laws in New York have been strict, limiting…
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How Casino Culture Influenced New York City
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New York state sen. Joseph Addabbo introduces bill to legalize online casino games

New York state Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced on Wednesday bill S4856, which seeks to legalize online casino gaming, including slots, table games, and live dealer games. The bill includes a 30.5% iGaming tax rate. Most states average 15% to 18% for their iGaming tax rates. Despite the bill's introduction, it faces an uphill battle for passage. Gov.…
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Will New York Online Casinos Ever Open?

Since New Jersey put its stamp of approval on legal online gambling in 2013, many states followed in its wake. Popular online casino "destinations" include Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Michigan. Today, several states are waiting in the wings for legal online casino approval. New York is one of them. The current online gambling market in the US is a…
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Will New York Online Casinos Ever Open?
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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…
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Addabbo: Time Is Running Out To Legalize NY iCasino This Year
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Stay Updated on the Latest Online Casino News Canada

The world of online casinos in Canada is always in flux, and between new tech solutions, changing regulations, and increased accessibility, it can be difficult to keep up. Today, we'll explore the latest online casino news Canada, taking a look in to technology solutions providers for the iGaming industry, Pragmatic Play's latest move in Ontario,…
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Billy Joel hits jackpot opening new stage at Fallsview Casino

Saturday, Feb. 25 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Never underestimate the power or resiliency of a song. There was a moment Saturday night during Billy Joel's christening of the new OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino when the singing-songwriting pianist from New York City donned his harmonica and pulled out his signature tune that was…
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Billy Joel hits jackpot opening new stage at Fallsview Casino
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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…
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New York Introduces Bill To Legalize iCasino
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Woman Won $43 Million Jackpot and Was Offered a Steak Dinner by the Casino Instead of Her Winnings

Which would you prefer: a steak supper or $43 million? Unfortunately, even after winning the jackpot on a slot machine, one woman didn't have many options. At the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens, Katrina Bookman was playing the slots when she won what would have been the highest slot machine prize in US history: $42949672. She used the…
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'Slots' Of Change At Empire City Casino While You Were Away

YONKERS, NY - If you haven't been to the Empire City Casino in a while, you might be surprised how much has changed while you were gone. Empire City has announced they added 1000 new games. The casino's gaming floor is the sixth largest casino floor in the country and the largest of MGM Resorts properties. The upgrade promises to deliver a new…
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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.…
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Developers seek casinos in Manhattan
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Mohegan Named Casino Operator for Soloviev Group’s NYC Casino Bid

NEW YORK, NY - Mohegan has joined Soloviev Group's bid as the casino partner of Freedom Plaza. This announcement comes as a result of the New York State Gaming Commission's request for applications to develop and operate up to three downstate casinos and strategically leverage the category expertise, values, long-term vision, and culture of Mohegan…
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Mohegan Named Casino Operator for Soloviev Group’s NYC Casino Bid
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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…
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Massive Vegas Style Casino Coming To New York?
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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…
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New York Senator Wants Casinos To Be Licensed In 2023
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Breaking down the rules and regulations surrounding online casino gaming in New York

Online casino gaming in New York comes with a set of certain rules and regulations associated with online gaming in the state. So, say you want to visit a top-rated, safe, and reliable live casino from the state of New York. Can you do it carelessly or is there a set of rules you should examine? It would have to be the latter. To help you…
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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…
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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…
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Saks Fifth Avenue Takes a Gamble on NYC Casino
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Mets owner Steve Cohen seeks Queens input while eyeing casino bid

Mets owner Steve Cohen wants input from locals in Queens about the future of the property around Citi Field as he eyes submitting a bid to open a casino near the stadium. Cohen announced Monday he'll be hosting a Jan. 7 public "visioning session" at Citi Field in Flushing to discuss ideas to "re-imagine space" around the ballpark. "For months, we…
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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…
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Las Vegas Sands pursues a downstate casino license at old Nassau Coliseum site
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U.S. Set Gambling Record In 2022 With More Than $54.9 Billion In Revenue

A mericans gambled away a record-breaking amount of money in 2022. The nation's casinos and mobile gaming apps rang up a record $54.93 billion in revenue during the first 11 months of 2022. With one month still being tallied, 2022 has already smashed the $53.04 billion record by 13.5%, according to data collected from state regulators by…
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U.S. Set Gambling Record In 2022 With More Than $54.9 Billion In Revenue
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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…
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New York Senator Wants Big Apple Casinos Licensed This Year