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New Governor Could Revive Rockingham Park

New Governor Could Revive Rockingham Park

The election of Maggie Hassan as the new governor of New Hampshire Nov. 6 makes expanded casino gambling and the return of live racing to Rockingham Park a real possibility.

 Wednesday, November 07, 2012
NY Governor Wants to Expand Gaming

NY Governor Wants to Expand Gaming

With state money tight, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is proposing a plan to create the world's largest convention center at Aqueduct financed by the operator of the track's new casino facility.

 Wednesday, January 04, 2012
Penn Gaming Has Agreement to Buy Beulah Park

Penn Gaming Has Agreement to Buy Beulah Park

Penn National Gaming Inc. said March 8 that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Beulah Park in Grove City, Ohio.

 Monday, March 08, 2010

PA Study: Negative Impact of Table Games

A study commissioned by the Pennsylvania Equine Coalition contends that the introduction of table games at Pennsylvania casinos and racinos will result in a decline of slot machine wagering of between 8% and 13%, potentially resulting in a decline in state revenues.

 Wednesday, August 12, 2009
KEEP Rally Draws Nearly 1,000

KEEP Rally Draws Nearly 1,000

Nearly a thousand people traveled to Kentucky's state capitol in Frankfort June 17 to rally for a cause they have stood behind for years: to boost the horse racing industry by way of expanded casino gaming.

 Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Jockeys' Guild Shows Support for Gaming in KY

Jockeys' Guild Shows Support for Gaming in KY

The Jockeys' Guild has sent a letter to Kentucky legislators stating its support of Gov. Steve Beshear's proposal for expanded gaming at the state's racetracks.

 Tuesday, June 16, 2009
KEEP Still Undecided on Push for Casino Gambling

KEEP Still Undecided on Push for Casino Gambling

While the Kentucky Equine Education Project continues to lobby for legislation that would remove the sales tax on equine feed and supplies in Kentucky, a decision is pending in regard to whether the organization will again push for casino gambling at racetracks in 2008.

 Friday, August 24, 2007