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The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Vegas set to prosper in ‘fun economy,’ UNLV experts say

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, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The term "fun economy" might sound cheesy,…

Industry ・ 25 January 2024

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The Largest US Casinos Outside Of Las Vegas

When one thinks of gambling meccas, Las Vegas undoubtedly comes to mind. However, high-stakes gambling and luxury entertainment appeal extends far beyond the legendary Strip. Many impressive casinos in the United States rival their Las Vegas counterparts in both scale and luxury. In this article, we'll journey through the largest casinos in the…

Land-based ・ 19 January 2024

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Gaming and Casinos Near Portland

If you've got a passion for poker or want to give the roulette wheel a spin, test your luck at these gaming centers and casinos near Portland. Located just off Southeast Division Street is the most spacious poker room in the city, the Final Table Poker Club. With buy-ins at as low as $20, the Final Table offers multiple Texas Hold'em and Big O…

Land-based ・ 12 January 2024

The Daily Gazette

- Report: New York casinos failing to meet revenue projections

SCHENECTADY - Despite recent gains, New York's four commercial casinos, including Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, have failed to meet revenue projections established four years ago, according to a new report released Thursday by the state's comptroller's office. The 24-page report found that local governments have collected $176 million in…

Finance ・ 04 August 2023

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New state lottery site launches, tickets can be bought online

After the Mega Millions jackpot soared to nearly $1 billion, Jackpot.com officially launched on Tuesday in New York, to allow residents to buy their lottery tickets online in the comfort of their homes, rather than travel to a local gas station or convenience store. The online platform allows New Yorkers to order tickets for Powerball, Mega…

Lottery ・ 02 August 2023

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- New state lottery site launches, tickets can be bought online

After the Mega Millions jackpot soared to nearly $1 billion, Jackpot.com officially launched on Tuesday in New York, to allow residents to buy their lottery tickets online in the comfort of their homes, rather than travel to a local gas station or convenience store. The online platform allows New Yorkers to order tickets for Powerball, Mega…

02 August 2023

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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

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

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

Winnings ・ 07 March 2023

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IGT's Wheel of Fortune awards three million-dollar-plus jackpots in North America during December

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Wednesday that its Wheel of Fortune and Powerbucks slots awarded three million-dollar-plus jackpots in the month of December. On December 8, an online Powerbucks slots player won CAD 1 million playing Wheel of Fortune Latin Getaways in Ontario, Canada. On December 15, an online Powerbucks slots player…

Sports ・ 13 January 2023

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Rush Street Expanded Konami's SYNKROS to Latest Rivers Casino

Rush Street Gaming expanded the scope of Konami Gaming's SYNKROS casino management system to cover the company's new world-class casino destination, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Rush Street Gaming selected the SYNKROS casino management system for its new land-based casino that is set to become the first permanent casino in…

Land-based ・ 31 December 2022

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Rush Street Gaming Expands Konami’s SYNKROS Casino Management System to include Rivers Casino Portsmouth

Rush Street Gaming announced the selection of Konami Gaming, Inc.'s SYNKROS® casino management system for Rivers Casino Portsmouth, a new world-class destination in Portsmouth, Va. Set to become the state's first permanent casino when it opens on January 15, 2023, Rivers Casino Portsmouth is the fifth location in Rush Street's portfolio to…

Land-based ・ 31 December 2022

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady to Train Future Table Games Dealers for Free

Image Source: Shutterstock.com Top gaming destination in New York opened 24 hours a day Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady has announced it would run a free Dealer Academy at the beginning of next year. The decision was taken as a means of the casino attempting to train its future table games dealers. The six-week training course will be initiated…

Land-based ・ 30 December 2022

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady to run free Dealer Academy

The academy begins on 2 January 2023 at the Rivers Casino training centre located at 220 Harborside Drive, Schenectady, New York, with classes held Monday through Friday for six weeks. "Kick off the New Year with a new career at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady," a statement from the operator read. "If you're looking for a fun, hands-on and…

Land-based ・ 13 December 2022

Casino City Times

Rivers Casino Schenectady celebrates holidays all month long

Gaming News 2 December 2022 (PRESS RELEASE) -- Every day is a holiday in December at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady where guests can enjoy spectacular live entertainment, a chance to win big with exciting gaming promotions, and delicious holiday dining offerings.This month's highlights include a chance to win a 2022 Infiniti QX80 SUV during the…

Land-based ・ 02 December 2022

Casino City Times

Top 10 favorite casino side bets

Everyone has their favorite casino game when it comes to gambling. Some may immediately head to a blackjack table, or wander or to a crowd surrounding a craps table to get in on the fun. But let's take it a step further. Why do you get drawn to these games? Is it the base gameplay? Or maybe it is the different kinds of bets you can make at each…

Top and Best ・ 31 October 2022

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Three Women Take Schenectady Casino to Court

Three Schenectady women have decided to take a local casino property to court over alleged assault earlier this year. Takeylyn Gibson and her twin daughters, Tajhanae and Tahziana Gibson claim that they were verbally and physically abused by several security guards of Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady. The three are now seeking financial…

Land-based ・ 30 October 2022

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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

Casino City Times

Top 10 memories from a gambling trip to New York

A little over a week ago, I spent a few days in the Saratoga and Schenectady areas in New York and did some gambling at both. This past Saturday, Saratoga held its Travers Day, arguably the biggest racing day of the year at the iconic race track. With a full day at Saratoga Race Course and a half day at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, there was…

Top and Best ・ 07 September 2022

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Jackpot Digital to Install Two ETGs at Buffalo Bill's Casino

Electronic table games manufacturer Jackpot Digital announced an agreement with Buffalo Bill's Casino Resort in Primm, Nevada, to install two Jackpot Blitz Electronic Table Games (ETGs) at the casino. The licensing agreement between the supplier of electronic table games to the casino and cruise ship industries and the land-based gaming…

Winnings ・ 27 July 2022

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Looks to Recruit Dealers

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is once again offering tremendous career opportunities for New York State residents. The upstate casino has recently informed that it is offering locals a chance to join its dealer academy and seek careers in the gambling sector. Currently, the commercial venue is looking to add over 20 new dealers to its…

Land-based ・ 29 June 2022

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El Cortez Hotel & Casino implements Optx’s casino management platform

Optx's data management platform has been selected by El Cortez Hotel & Casino, which aims to streamline player engagement and marketing operations. El Cortez, one of the longest continuously-operating hotel and casino venues in Las Vegas, has selected the digital platform to modernise the venue's operations, as well as increase efficiency through…

Land-based ・ 16 March 2022

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Boxing Returns To Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady In April

Schenectady, NY (February 15, 2022) - For the first time since September of 2017, professional boxing returns to Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Presented by Star Boxing® , the action-packed seven card fight night includes an epic battle for the WBC Continental Americas & NABA Gold Cruiserweight Title featuring…

Land-based ・ 17 February 2022

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Rivers Casino Schenectady celebrates five years

Gaming News 5 February 2022 (PRESS RELEASE) -- Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady will mark its 5th year of operations this Tuesday, 8 February 2022. It was five years ago, on 8 February 2017, that Rivers first opened its doors to excited casino gaming fans throughout the Capital Region and beyond. Rivers will also be celebrating its 5th…

Land-based ・ 05 February 2022

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Optx selected by Indigo Sky as casino data platform

Indigo Sky Casino & Resort has partnered with Optx, having selected the Las Vegas-based firm to provide a new casino data platform. Optx uses data to provide analytical insight on slot gaming, marketing campaigns, player development and artificial intelligence. The casino data platform allows operators to make informed choices on gaming content,…

Industry ・ 01 February 2022

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MMA-themed Cage Wars returns to Rivers Casino, New York

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is bringing back'Cage Wars' in an evening of MMA-style entertainment. The event will return to the New York facility on 11 March, having previously sold out a series of similar competitions. The most recent event, Cage Wars 50, took place on 21 January and featured 13 fights in the octagon-shaped ring. The…

UFC / MMA ・ 24 January 2022

New York Post

Lawmakers are pushing for casino licenses in NYC region

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

Law ・ 10 January 2022

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NY Rivers Casino Schenectady starts free training program for table game dealers

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady in New York started a new, free program to train the next group of table game dealers during their Dealer Academy classes. The classes began Monday and will run Monday through Friday for the next six weeks. Students learn how to operate roulette, craps, and other table games. The program takes participants of all…

Land-based ・ 06 January 2022

Gambling Insider

Three Rivers Casino Resort chooses OPTX

OPTX, the start-up technology brand focused on streamlining casino player data into real-time insights for casino operators, has incorporated Three Rivers Casino Resort into its client list. The recently founded company came to light in 2019, comprised of four casino executives sharing a unified vision of the correlation between people and…

Travel ・ 04 January 2022

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Three Rivers Casino Resort Selects OPTX's Casino Data Platform for Player Development, Slots, and Artificial Intelligence

Three Rivers Casino Resort Selects OPTX's Casino Data Platform for Player Development, Slots, and Artificial Intelligence LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OPTX, the fast-growing Las Vegas-based tech start-up focused on streamlining casino player data into real-time insights for casino operators, is proud to incorporate Three Rivers Casino…

Travel ・ 04 January 2022

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Rivers Casino in Schenectady hiring Table Game dealers

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is hiring Table Game dealers and offering free training. Rivers Casino's Dealer Academy, a $5000 value offered for free, begins on Monday, January 3, at the Rivers Casino training center located at 220 Harborside Drive, Suite #201 in Schenectady. Training classes will be from 2:30…

Land-based ・ 02 January 2022

The Daily Gazette

Cards on the table: Rivers Casino molds its newest class of dealers

SCHENECTADY - Pick a card … but not just any card. And pick it with perfect form. The many rules that dealers at Rivers Casino Schenectady must follow may seem overwhelming at the start. But with time and practice comes skill and confidence. The Daily Gazette joined the latest class of new table game dealers this week as they finished their…

Land-based ・ 27 December 2021

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Rush Street, Wynn, LVS Confirm Interest in NYC Casino

More than seven giants of the US gambling industry, including Rush Street Gaming, Wynn Resorts, and Las Vegas Sands (LVS), have now officially expressed their interest in a New York-area casino license. On Wednesday, Capitol Pressroom podcast host David Lombardo shared news of Rush Street officially expressing interest in acquiring one of three New…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 December 2021

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Rivers Casino Schenectady ready for New Year's Eve 2021

New Year ・ 15 December 2021

Poker News Daily

Jackpot Digital Moves into Oregon Poker Market

It is an innovation that has been trying to work its way into the poker rooms of the world for more than a decade. Electronic poker tables have been used on cruise ships, where they have been lauded for their efficiency and the ability to operate without human personnel (dealers, chip runners, etc.). Now, the Pacific Northwest will experience the…

Poker ・ 12 December 2021

The Daily Gazette

Schenectady's Rivers Casino mirrors industry trends as revenue hit new highs

SCHENECTADY - Fourteen months after reopening, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady has returned to full operations, open around the clock with events, entertainment, food and drink to go with the gambling. And like the American casino industry as a whole - which reported its best quarter ever from July through September - money is flowing freely at…

Land-based ・ 14 November 2021

Gambling News

Las Vegas Sands Is Reportedly Discussing Opening a Casino Near Citi Field

New York Mets' owner Steve Cohen is discussing a potential casino next to Citi Field with Las Vegas Sands Corp., as reported by numerous people who claim to be familiar with the discussions. These people claim that discussions are still in the preliminary stage. Considering the fact that the matter was private, they were given anonymity. At the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 01 November 2021

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Mets majority owner reported to be in talks with Las Vegas Sands for casino

A sports business website has reported that Steven Cohen, majority owner of the New York Mets baseball team, is in preliminary talks with Las Vegas Sands Corp. to build a casino next door to the Mets' Citi Field. A Las Vegas Sands spokesman would not comment on the report but issued a statement about the company's continuing interest in the New…

Gaming Authorities ・ 30 October 2021

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Rivers Casino & Resort change operating hours to 24/7

Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, New York is ready to finally offer round-the-clock operations. The casino announced 24/7 services will begin again on Friday, October 22. The casino shut down in March 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and reopened with reduced operations soon after. The property continued to operate at a decreased…

Land-based ・ 22 October 2021

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Rivers Casino back to 24/7 operations Friday, October 22

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady will resume 24/7 operations this Friday, October 22. This is the first time Rivers Casino is operating 24/7 since March of 2020. Gaming Floor (slots/video poker etc.): open 24/7. Full beverage service until 4 a.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through Thursday until 2 a.m.…

Land-based ・ 22 October 2021

Casino City Times

Rivers Casino Schenectady resume 24/7 operations on 22 October

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady announced today that it will resume 24/7 operations on Friday, 22 October 2021. Rivers Casino's daily hours of operation have been from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m., and the casino hasn't been open 24-hours a day since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020. The new hours will result in expanded hours for many of…

Land-based ・ 21 October 2021

Times Union

Rivers Casino in Schenectady to resume 24/7 operations Friday

SCHENECTADY - Rivers Casino & Resort will resume round-the-clock operations on Friday after having to shut down in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and then drastically reduce operations even after it reopened about a year ago. Rivers has most recently been operating from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Land-based ・ 21 October 2021

Times Union

Casino & Resort rebounding after dark stretch

SCHENECTADY - Rivers Casino & Resort is bouncing back from the pandemic. Like the food and beverage, hospitality and travel sectors, Rivers Casino & Resort at Schenectady's Mohawk Harbor was among the U.S. industries hardest-hit by the state's shutdown orders last spring. Rivers instantly furloughed 1000 employees last March, numbers that hardened…

Land-based ・ 06 October 2021

Casino News Daily

Penn National Gaming Announces NY Deal With Rivers Casino

Penn National Gaming announced its most recent deal with Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, New York. It is a strategic 20-year partnership, which will provide it with access to the New York mobile sports betting and online casino market, subject to legislation being enacted and regulatory approvals. Penn National's Vice President of…

Land-based ・ 31 August 2021

Casino City Times

Rivers Casino Schenectady poker room to reopen

announced today that it will reopen its poker room this Wednesday, 1 September 2021. The Rivers Casino poker room has been closed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020. The poker room's hours of operation will be from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. daily. "One of the questions we've been asked the most is when will our poker room will be…

Poker ・ 30 August 2021

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A Job Opening is Coming to Rivers Casino in NY This Week

New York is home to a fast-growing gambling industry. The casino companies here are now working hard to bring in more guests. It seems they want more employees, as well. New reports claim that the Rivers Casino in NY is set to hold a major job fair on Thursday! There are many in the Schenectady area looking for a job at this popular casino right…

Land-based ・ 03 August 2021

Casino City Times

Rivers Casino Schenectady ready for August with promotions

Land-based ・ 02 August 2021

The Daily Gazette

Saratoga Casino will reopen Wednesday, Rivers Casino won’t

Rivers Casino Wednesday morning announced it will reopen to the public Wednesday and will do so at 6 p.m. The Rivers Sportsbook will reopen then, as well as the slots. Table games won't yet be available, but will be as soon as possible, officials said. The new daily hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Watch for more information later…

Land-based ・ 14 July 2021

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Johnny Rivers coming to Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady

Land-based ・ 13 July 2021

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Governor Approves New York Casinos for 100% Capacity.

New York casinos can now operate at 100% capacity, thanks to a recent change in COVID-19 restrictions. Earlier this week, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the immediate removal of restrictions because of the percentage of vaccinated individuals in the state. A total of 70% of individuals in New York ages 18 and older have received at least their…

Politics ・ 09 July 2021

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady announce July promotions

Land-based ・ 05 July 2021

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Mohegan Sun to jump-start online gaming in CT

With results flat from its foray into interactive gaming in Pennsylvania amid intense competition there, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment is rebooting its efforts with a new Mohegan Digital division to create gambling apps and websites starting on its home turf of Connecticut. The announcement comes weeks after Connecticut approved interactive…

Industry ・ 02 July 2021

The Daily Gazette

Rivers Casino in Schenectady to train, hire new card dealers

SCHENECTADY - Rivers Casino & Resort is looking to hire some new card dealers, casino officials said Thursday. The waterfront gambling hall was shut down for six months in 2020 due to COVID-19 but was able to reopen in September, and return about 630 of its employees to work. That was down from a pre-pandemic workforce of roughly 1050. The casino…

Land-based ・ 30 June 2021

The Daily Gazette

New GM of Rivers Casino has extensive resume at casinos across nation and beyond

SCHENECTADY - The title is new but the role is familiar for the recently appointed general manager of Rivers Casino & Resort. Rick Richards is about two weeks into his new job and about 40 years into his casino career. He was GM of a small casino in his mid-20s and has since held other management roles at numerous other casinos, including a few…

Land-based ・ 27 June 2021

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New York casinos now free from mandated restrictions, return to 100% capacity

ew York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Tuesday that the state is lifting all state-mandated coronavirus restrictions, including casinos, after reporting that 70% of the state's adults have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Capacity restrictions, social distancing rules, cleaning protocols, health screenings and contact tracing…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 June 2021

The Daily Gazette

Rivers Casino back to full capacity but still recovering from shutdown

SCHENECTADY - Rivers Casino & Resort is running at full capacity for the first time in 15 months in the wake of the state lifting most COVID-related restrictions. This does not equate to full operations, however: The casino is closed four hours a day and there's no live entertainment, no poker room and no beverage service on the casino floor. Gross…

Land-based ・ 17 June 2021

The Daily Gazette

Rivers Casino no longer requiring masks for customers

SCHENECTADY - Patrons at Rivers Casino & Resort no longer need to wear masks as long as they are fully vaccinated, casino officials announced on Friday. In the latest sign of a shift toward normality following COVID-19 social gathering restrictions in place for the last 15 months, the casino said it will follow the guidelines recommended by the…

Land-based ・ 22 May 2021

Gambling

Golden Nugget Gains New York Online Gaming Market Access

Just two days after Penn National Gaming announced a 20-year strategic partnership with Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, New York, another gaming company entered into an agreement with a New York casino on Wednesday. (GNOG) announced Wednesday it has entered into a 20-year partnership with Tioga Downs Race Track for future online gaming…

Industry ・ 10 May 2021

The Daily Gazette

Schenectady, Saratoga casinos say reopening has gone well; revenue down 30%

SCHENECTADY - A month after they reopened, New York's casinos have had varying degrees of success in rebounding from their six-month COVID-19 shutdown. For the first four full weeks of operation, gross gaming revenue at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady was down 29 percent compared with the same four weeks in 2019. Declines at the state's three…

Finance ・ 07 May 2021

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New York reopened casino revenues in line with expectations after first full month

or the first four full weeks of operation since reopening after a six-month COVID-19 shutdown, gross gaming revenue at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady was down 29 percent compared with the same four weeks in 2019. Declines at the state's three other non-Indian casinos ranged from 25 percent (Resorts World Catskills) to 34 percent (Tioga Downs)…

Finance ・ 15 February 2021

Casino Reports

Will NYS See Legal Online Betting in 2021?

New York State is preparing for a brand new era of its gambling field, ready for an expansion that has been in the working for years. Governor Andrew Cuomo recently voiced his support for mobile sports betting with certain conditions that will shape the local market by a lottery-run model. This could be potentially harmful to the budding niche. For…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 January 2021