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NYRA Drops Suit Over Release of Information

The New York Racing Association announced July 11 that it has discontinued its lawsuit against the Division of the Budget over a Freedom of Information Law request by a newspaper.

Error Causes Pick 6 Carryover at Belmont

There is a pick-six carryover of $34,680 Saturday, July 9 at Belmont Park because of a mutuel department mistake.

Prominent Owner Carl Lizza Dies

Carl Lizza, one of the leading owners on the New York Racing Association circuit for many years, died early in the morning July 8 at his home in Rockaway, N.J. He was 73.

Handel to Leave NYRA After Saratoga Meet

Hal Handel, executive vice president and chief operating officer for the New York Racing Association, will leave the post at the end of this year's Saratoga meet, NYRA announced June 29.

Owner Joseph Cornacchia Dies

Joseph Cornacchia, co-owner of Kentucky Derby (gr. I) Strike the Gold and Go for Gin, dies at 78. He also served on NYRA's board of directors.

Hayward Addresses Criticism of NYRA

The head of the New York Racing Association said he made "a mistake" by not sharing details about management pay hikes with state oversight officials, but he defended the fiscal health of the association.

Panel Ready to Investigate NYRA

A day after citing concerns about a lack of fiscal transparency, a New York state panel has called for an investigation of the New York Racing Association.

Record Pick 6 Pool Has 11 Winning Tickets

There were 11 winning tickets for the record-setting Pick 6 at Belmont Park June 15, with each ticket paying $308,963.

New York's Got Attitude Again

Casino construction, attendance, and NYRA Rewards boost morale.

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Belmont Attendance, Handle Up Despite Weather

In spite of rainy weather and muddy track conditions, a crowd of 55,779 wagered $10,098,573 on Belmont Stakes Day races, a 32.9% increase over $7,598,840 in 2010, the New York Racing Association reported June 11.

VLTs, Uptick in ADW Boosts Mood in NY

An anticipated $20-30 million purse boost due to VLTs key to mood around New York as Belmont Stakes day approaches.

TVG Renews Sponsorship of NYRA Filly Stakes

For the second consecutive year, TVG will be title sponsor for three of the New York Racing Association's grade I stakes for 3-year-old fillies.

NYRA Partners With Ram Trucks

A partnership between the New York Racing Association and the Ram Truck Brand will enable the latter to integrate vehicle displays onsite at Belmont Park as well as sponsor the $150,000 Brooklyn Handicap.

NYRA, ESPN in Deal to Televise Races in Dubai

The New York Racing Association has reached an agreement with ESPN to televise up to 13 weekends of racing to the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai.

Jack Kelly Memorial Race at Belmont June 10

On Friday, June 10 at Belmont Park, one day before the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), The New York Racing Association will run the sixth race in memory of Jack Kelly.

Power Restored at Aqueduct After Line Severed

Electrical repair specialists, working overnight into the morning of May 14, restored full power to Aqueduct Racetrack after an accident a day earlier cut power to the facility.

Cuomo Wants In-State Phone Betting Company

New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo says he does not want to be "disruptive'' to the New York Racing Association, but he still wants the racetrack operator to get an in-state company to run its telephone wagering call center.

NY Casino on Hold; Aid for Racing on Agenda

Lawmakers in New York said they plan to put off until next year passage of a measure permitting casino gambling in the Catskills resort region of the state.

Attendance, On-Track Handle Rise for Wood

Attendance and on-track handle posted huge gains at Aqueduct April 9 as Dianne Cotter's homebred Toby's Corner provided a stunning upset victory in the $1-million Resorts World New York Casino Wood Memorial (gr. I).

Charity Celebration Helps Backstretch Workers

The Belmont Stakes Charity Celebration will benefit the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation and the Backstretch Employee Services Team.

NYRA's Uncle Mo Contest Begins March 29

The New York Racing Association has announced that beginning March 29, it will be conducting an online "Get to Know Mo" contest.

NYRA to Post Historical Photos

The New York Racing Association will begin sharing photographs from its extensive archived collection on Facebook beginning Thursday, March 24.

NYSRWB To Tighten Alcohol Policy

New York state regulators are poised to crack down on jockeys, trainers, and others with racing licenses who test positive for alcohol while at New York racetracks.

Four Graded Stakes Return to Belmont Schedule

The New York Racing Association's stakes schedule for the 2011 Belmont Park spring/summer meet includes the return of four graded stakes that were on hiatus in 2010 due to financial constraints.

Suffolk County OTB Eyes Bankruptcy Protection

Another off-track betting corporation in New York State is facing mounting fiscal problems and is considering Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection.

Legislative Proposal to Bring Back NYCOTB

A New York lawmaker wants to put the now-defunct New York City Off-Track Betting Corp., out to competitive bidding.

Table Games, OTB Focus of New York Hearing

The operators of Aqueduct's future video lottery terminal casino have begun pressing state officials to permit table games at the facility and New York's other racetrack casinos.

NYRA Attendance, On-Track Handle Increase

The New York Racing Association got a bump -- for one month, anyway -- in attendance and on-track handle to make up for some of the losses of the closing of the New York City Off-Track Betting Corp.

Regulators: Handle at NYRA Facilities Spikes

Total pari-mutuel handle at New York Racing Association tracks was up 76% in the first month after the shutdown of New York City Off-Track Betting Corp., according to state officials.

Winter Storm Causes Changes, Cancellations

Another snowstorm scheduled to hit the Northeast Jan. 26 has prompted the New York Racing Association to accelerate post times for live racing at Aqueduct. Meanwhile, Laurel Park and Charles Town canceled live racing.

Weather Related Cancelations Continue

Aqueduct and Penn National canceled live racing for Jan. 21 because of a snowstorm moving through the Northeast.

NYRA Adopts Raceday Salix Measure

Beginning Jan. 26, veterinarians for the New York Racing Association will administer the bleeder medication Salix to horses on race day.

No Racing at Aqueduct Jan. 12

Due to expected snowfall and winds, Aqueduct Racetrack will not conduct live racing Wednesday, Jan. 12.

Racing Channels Return to NYC

The New York Racing Association has reached an agreement with New York City to provide content on Time Warner and Cablevision basic cable systems, channels that had previously carried the NYCOTB Racing Network.

Gulfstream Park to Begin Breathlyzer Testing

Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino announced Dec. 27 it will give random breathalyzer tests to jockeys, stewards, assistant starters and members of the gate crew when its meet begins Jan. 5.

Winter Storm Impacts Tracks in Northeast

The inclement weather that has impacted business and travel in the Northeast has resulted in the Dec. 27 cancellation of live racing at Penn National Racecourse and simulcasting at Aqueduct and Belmont Park.

Deal on Video Streaming Approved in New York

An agreement to permit tracks and OTB corporations in New York to stream live racing over the Internet was approved Wednesday, Dec. 22.

Video-Streaming Plan Considered by NY Groups

Racetracks and OTB corporations in New York are circulating a draft agreement to permit live video streaming of races over the Internet -- a move supporters said could help pick up some business.

Updated Simulcast Hours at Aqueduct, Belmont

The New York Racing Association announced new hours of operation for simulcasting at Aqueduct and the Belmont Café, and will suspend bus service from New York City Off-Track Betting parlor locations Dec. 20â€"28.

New Push For New York Off-Track Betting

Seeking to make long-stalled legislative gains in the aftermath of the New York City Off-Track Betting Corp.'s shutdown, a number of racing interests are stepping up efforts to create a single, statewide OTB network.

And They're Off: 2010 Year End Edition

Lenny and Steve say good-bye to 2010 with the Offy Awards. Plus, Life At Ten, NYRA, and remembering Mack Miller.

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NYRA Defends Raises; Others Question Timing

The New York Racing Association board of directors awarded raises to several hundred non-union employees -- a day after threatening bankruptcy if a controversial bill involving New York City Off-Track Betting Corp.

Aqueduct Now Open for Dark Day Simulcasting

In addition to the full-card simulcasting that will be offered at Belmont Park's Belmont Cafe starting Dec. 12, Aqueduct Racetrack will be open for dark day simulcasting on Mondays and Tuesdays, beginning Dec. 13.

Wood Memorial Heads Aqueduct Meet

The $750,000 Wood Memorial Stakes (gr. I), the New York Racing Associations's leading prep for the Kentucky Derby(gr. I), will be run April 9 at Aqueduct.

Shut-Down Approved for NYCOTB

The New York City Off-Track Betting Corp. board of directors Dec. 1 approved a resolution to shut down the betting giant, affecting 1,000 workers and leaving an uncertain future.

Live Racing At Aqueduct Canceled Dec. 1

The first day of racing on Aqueduct's inner track that ushers in the winter meet has been delayed after the New York Racing Association announced live racing would be canceled Wednesday, Dec. 1.

NY Senate Walks; NYCOTB May Shut Down

State legislators failed to pass a plan Nov. 29 to reorganize the New York City Off-Track Betting Corp. The Assembly could pass the measure but state senators have left town. NYCOTB is expected to issue pink slips.

NYRA Schedules 'Spirit of Giving' Weekend

The New York Racing Association, Inc.'s annual "Spirit of Giving" weekend is scheduled for Dec. 4-5 at Aqueduct Racetrack, featuring the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign and the "Stocking Stuffer" promotion.

Veteran Racing Publicist Steven Schwartz Dies

Longtime horse racing publicist Steven Schwartz died the morning of Nov. 20 at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune following complications from surgery. He was 64.

Tentative ADW Deal Reached in New York

A tentative deal has been reached to let the New York Racing Association and other tracks take over the advanced deposit wagering system now run by the giant New York City Off-Track Betting Corp.