Casino

Purse Boost At Miami Valley

Miami Valley Raceway and the Ohio Harness Horsemens' Association are pleased to announce a joint agreement which will boost the purses by ten percent across-the-board effective this Friday night, Marc...

Racing’s Economic Churn Examined

A report by a local media outlet in Ohio is spotlighting the positive economic impact that the addition of slot machines at racetracks is having on local economies.

Instant Racing Bill Announced In Illinois

In Illinois, Rep. Dwight Kay has introduced a bill that calls for instant-racing terminals to be added to state raceways.

Update On Integration With OLG

Sue Leslie, President of the Ontario Horse Racing Industry Association, recently spoke on the process of integrating horse racing with the province's gaming arm -- the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp.

Committee To Ponder Expansion

Renewed talks about a possible expansion at Woodbine Racetrack that would feature increased gaming options and an entertainment complex continue to make news in the mainstream media. Multiple outlets ...

Possible Woodbine Expansion Profiled

The possibility of casino and entertainment expansion at Woodbine Racetrack has been profiled in a piece by the Toronto Star.

Woodbine Expansion Talks Underway

Toronto Mayor John Tory is open for renewed discussions regarding casino expansion at Woodbine Racetrack if the plans involve an entertainment destination, according to a report.

Clarification To Be Considered In U.S.

In response to efforts spearheaded by the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) and horse racing’s advocates within the federal government, the United States Department of the Treasury and I...

Glimmer Of Hope For Suffolk Downs

It was announced late last week that live Thoroughbred racing at Suffolk Downs in Massachusetts may not be over, contrary to what was previously believed.

Wagering On Virtual Races In NV?

February 27, 2015

It has been reported that gaming regulators in Nevada have given approval for sportsbooks in the state to offer gambling on virtual events, which include horse races.

Casino To Be Built At Former MI Track?

February 27, 2015

It has been reported that there are plans in the works that will see a former western Michigan horse raceway turned into the location of a new casino.

Southern Tier Bidding To Re-Open

February 27, 2015

On Friday, February 27, the New York State Gaming Facility Location Board voted in favour of recommending a new Request For Applications for the state’s Finger Lakes/Southern Tier region, although, th...