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Oneida Indian Nation Introduces Mandatory Masks

This week, the Oneida Indian Nation has updated the mask protocols for its gaming properties in Oneida and Madison counties in New York State. Following, Governor Kathy Hochul’s new mandate to wear masks in all indoor public places, the tribal company has decided also to implement it across its Empire State gaming properties.

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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Raises US$17,000 for Charity

At the end of last week, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady informed that it has collected over US$17,100 from its PINKtober Stay, Eat and Drink Pink breast cancer awareness campaign. Now, the money will be given to the American Cancer Society, in order to support the initiative of fighting breast cancer.

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New York Seeking Horse Racing Industry Improvements

This week, New York State legislators held a public hearing on Empire State’s horse racing industry on how they could further elevate it to a whole new level. At the hearing, state lawmakers discussed the successful recovery of the sector from the severe impacts of the unprecedented situation over the last year and a half and pitched some idea ...

New NYC Casino Plan to be Submitted This Week

Former casino analyst and now money manager Jason Ader is set to submit his plans for a brand-new futuristic casino property in New York City. The expert shared his intention to present and submit his project to the New York State Gaming Commission, which if approved for a license would cost more than US$3 billion and it will be located in Manha ...

NYSGC Publishes List of Banned Bettors

Last week, the New York State Gaming Commission has provided an update on its sports betting regulations in a news release. The regulator published a new version of its regulations including some additions and deletions for the launch of mobile sports betting as well as a list on the banned from wagering New Yorkers due to occupation.

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Fox Sports Acquires Belmont Stakes TV Rights

Thoroughbred horse racing event Belmont Stakes will now be broadcasted by Fox Sports after recently the company acquired the media rights for it. This was possible after the media company signed a deal for the acquisition from NBC Sports, in a deal worth over US$12 million. Now, projections suggest that Fox Sports would be able to quadruple the ...

New York Bill Prohibits Slaughter of Racehorses

More horse racing news coming from New York State this week, as Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill that will ban the slaughter of racehorse and breeding stock. The new legislation will go into effect next month, and it will make the slaughter of thoroughbred and standardbred racehorses a misdemeanor, which will be punishable with fines up to US ...

Saratoga Casino Hotel Gives Back to the Communities

The Christmas holidays are the season of giving and that is exactly what Saratoga Casino Hotel did this week. The Saratoga Springs-based gaming property has donated over US$110,000 to local non-profit organizations during its ‘Make A Difference’ holiday luncheon on November 30, 2021. This coincided with Giving Tuesday, which has been known t ...

Turning Stone Casino Resort Restarts Exit 33 Clubs

Nightlife is about to make its return to the Turning Stone Casino Resort, as recently the Oneida Nation property informs that Exit 33 clubs will reopen this December. Three clubs from the entertainment complex at the premium resort will be now operational on Friday and Saturday nights starting from December 10, 2021, with a few exceptions.

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NYRA Bets Gift Cards Make Their Holiday Return

The New York Racing Association is ready for the upcoming holiday season and has a special announcement for the fans of thoroughbred racing. The association is now offering NYRA Bets Gift Cards for purchase exclusively at Stewart’s Shops locations in Saratoga County. Now, during the holidays they will be able to gift and receive the cards that ...