Belleville Casino Deal Finalized January 29, 2016 A deal to bring a casino to Belleville was struck earlier this week, as local councillors were at city hall to make it official.
‘Durham Live’ Threatening Ajax Downs January 18, 2016 Officials in the Town of Ajax are concerned that if the proposed Durham Live Entertainment Centre in neighbouring Pickering is selected by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. for the site of a casino...
A Bigger, Better Assiniboia Downs? January 11, 2016 A plan to turn Manitoba's Assiniboia Downs into what's being described as an 'urban reserve' complete with racing, entertainment and other amenities will be debated by Winnipeg city council on Tuesday...
Florida Horsepeople Fighting Back January 04, 2016 The United Florida Horsemen, a group representing equine racing breeds in the state, has announced that it is reaching out to local politicians to fight the proposed ‘decoupling’ issue that is threate...
Elements Casino Opens Thursday December 16, 2015 The letters 'e' in Elements Casino could very well stand for enthusiasm, eagerness and excitement judging by the expression on the face of General Manager Michael Kim.
Pennacchio On Florida Gaming Deal December 15, 2015 “This is just a money grab by the casinos. That’s all it is.”
More On Mohawk Expansion, Racing December 11, 2015 It was less than two weeks ago when Woodbine Entertainment Group CEO Jim Lawson made statements in the media regarding the idea of expansion at Mohawk Racetrack. Lawson has now gone into more detail o...
Bill To Aid Pennsylvania Racing December 10, 2015 A promising-looking bill for racing was recently supported by a vote of 48-2 by the Pennsylvania Senate.
Gaming Without Racing In Florida? December 09, 2015 It has been reported that the Seminole Tribe has reached a massive, multi-billion-dollar deal with Florida Governor Rick Scott that could, in part, see pari-mutuel operators in the state offer expande...
Fraser’s ‘Elements Casino’ Opening Date November 03, 2015 The Great Canadian Gaming Corporation has announced the date that Elements Casino, which will replace the existing Fraser Downs Racetrack and Casino, will open for business.
Red Mile Instant Racing Opens September 14, 2015 Officials with the Red Mile characterized the opening of the track’s Instant Racing facility this past Saturday (September 12) as a soft opening, but have stated that the first day of operation went w...
Woodbine Casino Expansion Approved July 08, 2015 Toronto City Council has voted in favour of a casino gaming expansion at Woodbine Racetrack, according to reports.