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Operator of Pittsburgh-area casino fined $10,000 for letting in gambler on self-exclusion list

WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) -- The operator of Hollywood Casino at The Meadows in Washington County has been fined $10000 for letting someone gamble who was on a self-exclusion list, officials announced. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved a consent agreement on Wednesday to fine Washington Trotting Association, LLC, which operates the…

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Jackpot-winning lottery ticket worth $2.26 million in Washington County

CANONSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- A jackpot-winning lottery ticket worth $2.26 million was sold in Washington County. The Match 6 Lotto ticket matched all six winning numbers from Monday's drawing, 3-11-26-29-30-38, to win the jackpot prize, the Pennsylvania Lottery says. The Shop'n Save on West Pike Street in Canonsburg will earn a $10000 bonus for…

Lottery ・ 15 November 2023

Tribdem

Gambling offers benefits, but addiction is its dark side

The following editorial appeared in the Uniontown Herald-Standard. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Tribune-Democrat. The house always wins, as the saying goes, but gambling has generated plenty of other winners in Pennsylvania, too. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board recently reported that gambling generated an eye-opening…

Gambling Addiction ・ 08 May 2023

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Our opinion: Not all are winners with gambling

The house always wins, as the saying goes, but gambling has generated plenty of other winners in Pennsylvania, too. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board recently reported that gambling generated an eye-opening $515 million in revenue in March, the first time revenue crossed the half-billion-dollar mark since gambling was legalized in 2006. It…

Gambling Addiction ・ 05 May 2023

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Pa.'s monthly gambling revenue breaks $500M mark in March

The first rule in gambling: The House always wins. If you needed a reminder, look no further than Pennsylvania's monthly revenue tally from gambling, which shattered the half-billion-dollar mark for the first time ever in March. The $515.27 million in revenue from all forms of gambling, along with fantasy contests, online gaming and sports betting,…

Finance ・ 22 April 2023

Observer - Reporter

Gaming revenue exceeds a half-billion dollars for the first time

March was a bad month for bettors but a great month for gaming in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) reported this week that all forms of gaming, along with fantasy contests, generated $515 million in revenue in March, an increase of 11% from a year before and the first time Pennsylvania crossed the half-billion dollar line…

Finance ・ 20 April 2023

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Record-Breaking Gambling Revenue of $5.21 B Soars in Pennsylvania in 2022

Since gambling in Pennsylvania is riding the waves of an increasingly permissive environment, it comes as no surprise that 2022 was a massively successful year for the state, resulting in almost half a billion worth of dollars in terms of year-on-year increase totals. To find out what lies behind the success of casinos in PA, we'll be looking at…

Finance ・ 01 March 2023

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Bristol Casino generated nearly $12 million in July

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The Bristol Casino run by Hard Rock generated nearly $12 million in its first month off of table games and slots alone, according to a report published by the Virginia Lottery. Southwest Virginia city and county officials said they'll receive a cut of gaming tax revenue, and it could be transformative for the entire region. In…

Finance ・ 01 February 2023

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Pa. casino revenue dips in May, but sports betting up at Live! Casino Pittsburgh

Revenue at Pennsylvania casinos continued a gradual decline in May, a trend seen across the state since the record-breaking month of March. In all, more than $447.7 million in revenue was generated in May, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. That's a $13.8 million decrease from April, when revenue reached $461.6 million. It's also…

Finance ・ 05 January 2023

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Live! Casino Pittsburgh Team Constantly Adapting To Guest Needs

Live! Casino Pittsburgh has come a long way since opening its doors to gamblers a little over two years ago, While there might not have hotel rooms or Citizens Bank Park as its next door neighbor, there is no doubting that this Hempfield Township property is positively impacting the local community. Here are just a few of the highlights from the…

Land-based ・ 29 December 2022

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Hollywood Casino Morgantown brings in $2.8 million in December

Even though it fully opened on Dec. 22, the Hollywood Casino Morgantown had a profitable 10 days. Penn National Gaming's newest facility had total revenue of $2.8 million for December, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported Thursday. Broken down, the casino received $2.4 million from slot machines, $389818 from table games and $39535 from…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

The Mercury

Pennsylvania gaming revenue up 26% in January over 2021

HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported that total revenue generated from gaming and fantasy contests in January totaled $393.1 million, an increase of 26% compared to January 2021. However, that figure is below November's record month of $432.4 million. January was a record month for revenue generated from internet gaming,…

Finance ・ 18 November 2022

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PA Lottery Players Miss Powerball Jackpot, $8 Million In Winnings Awarded

As the multi-state jackpot game Powerball stole the spotlight in recent weeks, touting a record-breaking jackpot and making dozens of lottery players a million dollars richer, the Pennsylvania Lottery's own games didn't miss a beat. PA players have hit a whole slew of big prizes recently, including whopping Fast Play and Match 6 jackpots, and a…

Winnings ・ 16 November 2022

The Mercury

Pennsylvania gaming revenue in March reaches an ‘all-time high’

HARRISBURG - Gaming revenues in Pennsylvania reached a record in March. In fact - revenues for the month was the highest achieved in a single month. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reports that the combined total revenue generated from all forms of gaming along with fantasy contests during March 2022 totaled $462740098. That is an increase…

Finance ・ 13 November 2022

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PA Lottery Players Keep Up Their Winning Ways In October

October brings a change of the season and new Halloween-themed PA Lottery games, but one thing remains constant: players are hitting big jackpots across the Keystone State. Three prizes of $1 million or more top the list of this month's largest payouts. New games are fun to try, but so far this month the classic draw games have rewarded players the…

Lottery ・ 26 October 2022

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Latest Casino Name Change: Just Call It Mohegan Pennsylvania

The racetrack-casino formerly known as Mohegan Sun Pocono and even Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs before that is now going with a pithier name: Mohegan Pennsylvania. The change was announced Monday by Mohegan, the Connecticut-based tribal gaming entity that itself shortened its name earlier this year from Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment. "Many of our…

Law ・ 26 October 2022

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Live! Casino guest wins over $300K playing blackjack

A Washington County man is celebrating after winning more than $300000 playing blackjack at Live! Casino Pittsburgh in Hempfield Township. Kevin Lin of California walked away with $311406 after placing a $5 bet on the Blazing 7's progressive jackpot while playing blackjack Wednesday, Aug. 18, at Live! Casino Pittsburgh.

Blackjack ・ 29 August 2022

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Pennsylvania casino revenue jumps to $429M in July after late spring lull

Pennsylvania casinos saw an increase in revenues last month, state regulators said, a shift from the gradual decrease felt across the industry since the record-breaking month of March. In all, casinos generated more than $429 million in revenues in July, according to a report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. That's $39.2 million more…

Finance ・ 18 August 2022

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Pa. casinos post record $5B in revenue in 2021-22 fiscal year

Pennsylvania casinos saw substantial growth during the last fiscal year, with the industry posting a record $5 billion in revenue, state regulators said. In all, the state's 16 casinos generated $5.04 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2021-22, which runs from July 1 through June 30, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. That's $1.2…

Finance ・ 19 July 2022

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Minding Your Business: The casino is learning ground for us all

There's a lot going on in the Tri-Cities at the moment. Bristol just launched its temporary casino and Kingsport is preparing to start its week of Fun Fest events. Below are a few bits of business and event news that will hopefully offer a little fun. • According to the American Automobile Association, the Tennessee gas price average (as of Monday)…

Sports ・ 11 July 2022

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Pennsylvania Gambling Results Continue Downward Trend

May is over and casinos in Pennsylvania have been able to muster the latest numbers which have confirmed the downward trend the Keystone State has experienced for a while now. Following an all-time high posted in March, Pennsylvania's casinos have been slipping on the results. Revenue for the month of May this year stood at $447.7 million based on…

Land-based ・ 04 July 2022

Observer - Reporter

Hollywood Casino at The Meadows opens Barstool

The fun never stops at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, which announced this week the addition of Barstool Sportsbook to the casino's entertainment offerings. The Barstool Sportsbook area inside Hollywood Casino is "the newest best-in-class entertainment destination in the region," according to a news release. Barstool Sportsbook boasts a…

Sports ・ 07 June 2022

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PM Brief: Orrin Hatch’s funeral, sanctuary lawsuit & first tribal-owned casino in Las Vegas

The KUER Newsroom will soon discontinue both the AM and PM written news briefs. The audio will continue to be available in and. The audio feed will soon be added to the as well. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Plaintiffs amend lawsuit in sanctuary case Utah Sanctuary leaders and other immigrant rights organizations have filed an amended complaint in…

Law ・ 28 April 2022

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Pa. casinos reach new heights with $462.7M in March wagers

Pennsylvania casinos shattered another monthly record, generating more than $462.7 million in March, state regulators said. That's $30.2 million more than in November, which held the million, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Last month's revenue also increased 14%, or $59.6 million, compared to March 2021. The new record pulled…

Industry ・ 19 April 2022

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Pennsylvania regulator fines four casinos and two manufacturers totaling $238K

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved Wednesday consent agreements between the PGCB's Office of Enforcement Counsel and two licensed manufacturers plus four casino operators resulting in a total of $238500 in fines. The Board also approved the placement of another adult on its Involuntary Exclusion List for choosing to gamble in a casino…

Industry ・ 15 April 2022

Gambling News

PGCB Hands Fines, Expects Strong Gaming Revenue for March

The gambling regulator in Pennsylvania approved multiple fines surpassing $230000 earlier this week. Despite the fines, a new report reveals that March is expected to be a strong month for casinos in the state. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), which is the gambling regulator in the state, announced Wednesday that it approved consent…

Finance ・ 14 April 2022

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Another Push For Casino Smoking Ban Resurrected By Lawmaker

The recent push to ban casino smoking has garnered than Pennsylvania, but a lawmaker who has long pressed the issue used a Rivers Casino Pittsburgh license renewal hearing to resurrect it. State Rep. Dan Frankel of Pittsburgh told members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Wednesday that he and a fellow Democrat, Senate Minority Leader Jay…

Law ・ 17 March 2022

The Indiana Gazette

THE WAY WE SEE IT: Casino could be a crowd magnet

From the proverbial water coolers to the threads of social media, there's no shortage of amateur marketing wizards pushing plans for the new future of Indiana Mall. An as-yet-undisclosed buyer bid more than $6.75 million for the mall in an online auction that closed March 2. The sprawling 1979-vintage retail center, said to be the second-largest…

Travel ・ 12 March 2022

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Pa. casinos landed $393M in revenues for January, state records show

Revenues at Pennsylvania casinos continued a gradual decline last month, a trend seen across the state since the record-breaking month of November, state regulators said. In all, more than $393.1 million was recorded in January, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. That's a $39.3 million decrease from November, when revenues…

Finance ・ 20 February 2022

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PGCB sets public hearing dates for license renewal of Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, Rivers Casino Pittsburgh

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has set dates to hold public hearings on license renewal of Hollywood Casino At the Meadows, and Rivers Casino Pittsburgh. The hearings will be held on March 15 and March 16, respectively. During the meetings, the regulator is set to take public comment on the renewal of the Slot Machine Operator license for…

Land-based ・ 02 February 2022

Observer - Reporter

Casinos set revenue record, and it's a good bet they'll set another

One minute into the interview, Doug Harbach stated the obvious. "Comparing 2021 to 2020 is unfair," said the communications director of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, which regulates legalized gambling statewide. The state's 16 casinos generated $4.73 billion in revenue last year, a significant increase from $2.65 billion in 2020, when 14…

Finance ・ 31 January 2022

Bradford Era

Pa. casinos had a record year in 2021

PITTSBURGH (TNS) - It was a jackpot of a year for Pennsylvania casinos. Despite the pandemic, casinos generated $4.7 billion in total revenue - the money gamblers lost - in the 2021 calendar year, a new high, according to the state gambling control board. That's nearly $2.1 billion more than the $2.65 billion hauled in last year when the casinos…

Covid ・ 22 January 2022

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With well over 12 gambling enterprises, main town and Ebony Hawk supply limited bet gambling

With well over 12 gambling enterprises, main town and Ebony Hawk supply limited bet gambling Live blackjack and web based poker dining tables can be purchased in the larger gambling enterprises and a few for the more compact casinos, also. There is also three-card poker provided with live dealers. Texas Holda€™em appears to be the most frequent and…

Baccarat ・ 06 January 2022

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Pennsylvania casinos not ready to cut smoking from gambling experience

Like flashing lights, dings and coins splashing into a slot machine tray, an equally familiar - even stereotypical - casino experience involves plumes of smoke wafting skyward from patrons puffing on ash-tipped cigarettes. Casinos, and the states that host them, have permitted smoking for decades, with the industry bypassing a sweeping ban that in…

Politics ・ 03 January 2022

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Pennsylvania casinos continue to shatter records, generate $432 million in revenues in November

Pennsylvania casinos again shattered monthly records, generating more than $432.5 million in November, state regulators said. That was nearly $6.5 million more than October, which set a revenue record at nearly $426 million, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. In addition, revenues last month were up 52%, or $148 million, compared…

Finance ・ 21 December 2021

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'Business as usual' after $1.8 billion transaction involving Westmoreland casino

After more than a year in operation, the Live! Casino Pittsburgh property at Westmoreland Mall is changing hands. In a $1.8 billion deal, Wyomissing-based Gaming and Leisure Properties in Berks County will acquire three properties owned by Baltimore-based The Cordish Cos., including Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia…

Travel ・ 07 December 2021

The Mercury

State reports record gaming revenue in October

Gaming revenue for the state's casinos and fantasy contests was a record $426 million in October, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board said this week. It is a 33% increase from October 2020, and beats the previous high set in July. Total tax revenue was $172.3 million. For properties owned by Wyomissing-based Penn National Gaming Inc. , revenue at…

Finance ・ 25 November 2021

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Pennsylvania casinos shatter record, generate $425 million in revenues

Pennsylvania casinos generated more than $425.9 million in October, eclipsing a revenue high set in July, state regulators said. Casinos generated $2.25 million more last month than in July, when revenues topped $423.6 million, according to a report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. In addition, revenues last month increased by 33%, or…

Finance ・ 23 November 2021

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Penn National's Newest Mini-Casino Slated For Dec. 22 Opening In Berks

Pennsylvania's 16 casino, one of the five mini-casinos that will operate as a result of 2017 gaming expansion legislation, is to open in Berks County Dec. 22 as Hollywood Casino Morgantown. Penn National Gaming announced in a press release Monday morning its intention to open at noon on the Wednesday three days before Christmas, subject to…

Sports ・ 23 November 2021

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New Gaming Venues Approved, Others Are Fined And Reducing Slots

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Wednesday fined three casinos for violations of regulations, gave a green light for opening of a mini-casino in Berks County and an OTB race and sportsbook in Chester County, approved two casinos' plans to reduce their number of slot machines, and heard one casino outline an intensified program to prevent…

Sports ・ 11 November 2021

Iowa Public Radio

Linn County will vote on a gambling referendum Tuesday. The outcome could have impacts statewide

Linn County residents once again have the chance to weigh in on whether gambling should be allowed in the community. The referendum on the ballot Tuesday could have implications for communities across the state that rely on revenues from existing casinos. The gambling industry has grown significantly in Iowa since lawmakers opened the door for…

Law ・ 01 November 2021

Reading Eagle

Gaming revenue in Pennsylvania goes up in September

The state reported monthly revenue from gaming and fantasy contests of $415.6 million, a year-over-year increase of 46%. Total tax revenue was $169.1 million. Wyomissing-based Penn National Gaming Inc. had an especially good month at its Hollywood Casino at Penn National, which saw a 96.5% increase in revenue when compared to September 2020. The…

Finance ・ 26 October 2021

Bradford Era

Pa. casinos produce another big month of revenue

PITTSBURGH (TNS) - Pennsylvania casinos didn't set any records in September, but they still had a good run. Total revenue generated by the state's 15 casinos - the money gamblers lost - hit $415.6 million last month, a 46% increase over the same month in 2020, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Leading the way was sports wagering,…

Finance ・ 22 October 2021

Gambling News

Pennsylvania Gambling Revenue in September Reaches $415.6 Million

Pennsylvania casinos are in for a celebration as September 2021 has proved to be far better than September 2020 as the total generated revenue by all of the gambling facilities, as reported by the state's regulators for this month, is $415.6 million. That is a 46% increase than September 2020, which equals $130 million higher revenue. September…

Finance ・ 21 October 2021

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Pennsylvania casino revenues top $415M in September

Pennsylvania casinos generated more than $415.6 million in September, a 46% increase compared to revenues generated during the same period last year, state regulators said. In all, casinos saw $130 million more in revenues last month than in September 2020, when they generated $285.5 million, according to a report from the Pennsylvania Gaming…

Finance ・ 19 October 2021

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Unveiling the newly rebranded Hollywood Casino at the Meadows

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Pa. (WTRF) - The Meadows Casino and Racetrack, and Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency hosted an unveiling of the new brand, called Hollywood Casino at the Meadows. Rebranding into Hollywood Casino at the Meadows has been a two-year process, with millions of dollars being invested into upgrades and other quality-of-life…

Sports ・ 16 October 2021

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Meadows Casino Going Hollywood, As In Name Change By Penn National

Penn National Gaming is renaming the Meadows Racetrack & Casino to align it with the Hollywood Casino brand already used at its two other Pennsylvania properties and for another one expected to open this year. The nationally known gaming company that is headquartered in Pennsylvania announced that the Washington County property will officially…

Law ・ 12 October 2021

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Lottery luck visits Maryland Powerball, FAST PLAY, Bonus Match 5 players

MARYLAND - Maryland Lottery players have lots to celebrate after a weekend that delivered big wins in the Powerball, FAST PLAY Lucky Numbers and Bonus Match 5 games. Many of our Powerball jackpot chasers won prizes ranging from $4 to $50000. Although no one hit the jackpot, Maryland had 60684 total winners in the Saturday, Oct. 2 drawing. The…

Lottery ・ 04 October 2021

Reading Eagle

Pa. table games revenue hits all-time high in July

In the relatively short history of casino gaming in Pennsylvania, slot machines have brought in most of the revenue. In the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's report for July, that was still the case as slots accounted for $222.8 million in total revenue. According to the report, it was the fourth-highest month ever in the state. However, table…

Finance ・ 21 August 2021

Trib Live

Pennsylvania casino income continues to break records

Pennsylvania casinos continue to see year-over-year growth, with the industry posting a record $3.87 billion in revenues last fiscal year, according to state regulators. The influx of revenues for casino operators comes after covid-related restrictions had facilities shuttered for several months during the 2019-20 fiscal year, with casinos…

Land-based ・ 19 August 2021

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Old Dinosaur Finds Challenge In Becoming Cashless Casino Early Adopter

Penn National Gaming has begun using three Pennsylvania casinos to promote its new "three C's" conversion to cash-less, card-less, and contact-less gaming, which it touts as a key advance to attract a new generation of gamblers. I've long had my own three C's when it comes to any new technology: confused, confounded, and change-averse. There's a…

Mobile ・ 17 August 2021

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Comprehensive Review of Trop Casino Greenville

Trop Casino Greenville is a smaller casino in Greenville, Mississippi. And it's perhaps the smallest of its kind in thesState of Mississippi. So, you're not venturing out to this one if you're looking for a complete vacation getaway. However, if you like a more intimate gaming experience, or if you just dislike all those resort-style attractions at…

Travel ・ 07 August 2021

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Pa. has record year for gaming revenue

Despite a fiscal year that featured casinos closing down because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported record revenue. In a report released Monday, the PGCB said total revenue was $3.875 billion between July 1, 2020 and June 30, beating the previous mark of $3.309 billion set during the 2018-19 fiscal…

Finance ・ 20 July 2021

Reading Eagle

Internet gaming in Pennsylvania surpasses $100 million

Internet gambling helped the bottom line for gaming companies during the coronavirus pandemic. In the latest monthly report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, internet gaming surpassed $100 million in revenue for the first time in May with a total of $101.2 million, an 81.3% year-over-year increase. Wyomissing-based Penn National Gaming…

Land-based ・ 23 June 2021

Yogonet

Pennsylvania casino revenues up 42% from pre-pandemic levels

ecently released figures show that Pennsylvania casinos saw a more than $9 million revenue increase in May compared to the previous month, reports The Tribune-Review. According to data from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, combined gambling revenues last month exceeded $413 million compared to the $404 million reported in April. A comparison…

Covid ・ 18 June 2021

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Pennsylvania casino revenues top $413 million in May

Pennsylvania casinos saw a more than $9 million revenue increase in May compared to the previous month, recently released figures show. Combined gambling revenues last month exceeded $413 million compared to $404 million reported in April, according to data from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. A comparison was not provided between May and…

Finance ・ 17 June 2021

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Pennsylvania casinos top $400 million for 2nd consecutive month

For the second consecutive month, revenue streams at Pennsylvania casinos topped $400 million, according to a report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Combined gambling revenues totaled more than $404.1 million in April. That's up significantly from the $46.1 million seen in April 2020, when non-life-sustaining businesses were forced to…

Land-based ・ 19 May 2021

The Gazette

Another Linn County gambling vote, but gaming has changed

Given all the talk this week about a Linn County gambling referendum this fall, I tried this past week to get in touch with Jonathan Swain. He's president of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, the casino company leading a group of investors that holds all the cards when it comes to the possibility of a casino, someday, in Cedar Rapids. The Cedar…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 May 2021

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PA Casinos Aren't Exactly Back To Normal Yet, But They're Getting Close

The rebound of the casino industry from 2020's sad, dark nadir appears to be in full swing in the spring of 2021, with Pennsylvania's properties no exception. National operators, including those with casinos in Pennsylvania, have reported seeing a resurgence of gaming revenue and overall patronage in April-May to accelerate positive trends they…

Travel ・ 12 May 2021

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Casino gambling revenue increased across Pennsylvania in October, report shows

As casinos work to rebound after being forced to shutter this spring because of the coronavirus pandemic, overall gaming revenues were up in October compared to the same period last year, according to new figures from Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Total gaming revenues from across the state hovered around $320.2 million in October, an almost…

Finance ・ 04 February 2021

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Pennsylvania casinos saw revenue drop by $759 million in 2020, state reports

Jan. 22-Pennsylvania casinos saw total revenues decrease by $759 million in 2020, a year plagued by the coronavirus pandemic that forced the properties to shutter for several months. According to a new report from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, $2.65 billion was generated last year from the state's 13 casinos through slot machines, table…

Finance ・ 23 January 2021

The Washington Post

Alliance of Democrat and Republicans could bring casino gambling to Virginia

RICHMOND - An unlikely alliance between a black Democrat and white Republicans from the opposite end of the state has Virginia poised to pull the lever on casino gambling after decades of resisting its lure. The Senate and the House of Delegates have approved versions of a complicated bill that would permit casinos in five cities - and potentially…

Politics ・ 19 January 2021