Online Slots Archive - Slot Machine News For April '07

Trump Entertainment Resorts in Atlantic City Experience Losses in their Slots Operations
Monday, 30 April 2007

Trump Entertainment Resorts in Atlantic City has experienced many problems in the past months, thus, Trump has hired Merrill Lynch to help them sort out their options.

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Over $17,000 Found Under Slot Machines at Sands Casino Hotel in Atlantic City
Sunday, 29 April 2007

Employees at the Sands Casino Hotel in Atlantic City found a total of $17,193.34 under the slot machines. The building will be demolished in this fall.

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Kansas Discusses Expansion of Casinos and Slots
Thursday, 26 April 2007

The House of Representatives in Kansas debated on whether they will allow slot machines on their own racing tracks. One of the reasons is to attract more customers and help the already dying horse racing industry back to its feet.

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The Slots Bill Author Dissented from the Senate
Wednesday, 25 April 2007

Rep. Trent Van Haaften, sponsor of HB 1835, dissented from Senate modifications. The bill will allow slot machines at the state's race tracks.

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Proposed Bill Would Reel in Cash for the State and Place Slot Machines at Racing Tracks
Monday, 23 April 2007

Indiana lawmakers have passed the HB 1835, which will allow slot machines into the states 2 racing tracks. Lawmakers believe that it is the long awaited answer to dwindling interest in the industry.

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Maryland House Speaker Michael Busch Announces He's Open to Slots Solution to Budget Deficit
Sunday, 22 April 2007

Maryland House Speaker Michael Busch said that although he was previously opposed to slot machines, he agrees to support them in order to cut the budget deficit. He also wants the state to get its fair share of slots revenues.

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Ex-Pittsburgh Councilman Sala Udin Testifies on Slots Licensing Problems
Thursday, 19 April 2007

Ex Councilman Udin told the Pittsburgh legislators that their slots license does not have power because of the law changed by the legislators in 2004. He is demanding some re-compensation.

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Philadelphia Park Officials Say They Need More Slots for Their Customers
Wednesday, 18 April 2007

The Philadelphia Casino is planning to petition the gaming board about adding more slot machines to accommodate their customers' demands. David Jonas, CEO of the casino, said that they are planning to add bars as well.

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New Jersey to Study Effects of Slot Machines in Atlantic City with New Slots Proposal
Tuesday, 17 April 2007

New Jersey is considering putting VLTs that will feature poker and slots in the Meadowsland Racetrack. Sen. Sarlo claims that the money from the slots profits will help the state's budget deficit.

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Pennsylvania Gaming Board Asks the Pocono Manor Investors For a Gaming Bond
Monday, 16 April 2007

Pennsylvania Gaming Board is asking a $58 million bond from Pocono Manor, who have requested from the court to review the board's decision. Chairman Decker said that the money will be used to protect tax payers.

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Slots Casino Not the Only Option of a Squirrel Hill Developer
Sunday, 15 April 2007

Craig Cozza, the new owner of the closed Palace Inn Hotel, said that he is considering a slots casino to replace the closed establishment. Cozza said that a hotel is inappropriate for the place.

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Court Must Decide on Lawyer's Ethics Under Slots Regulation
Sunday, 15 April 2007

According to the Ethics Commission, the law that does not allow employees of the gaming board to gain employment in casinos applies to top and ordinary employees, but they are unsure about lawyers.

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No Takers for the Two Category III Slots Licenses
Thursday, 12 April 2007

Nemacolin Woodland and Seven Springs Mountain Resorts have withdrawn their application for the Category 3 Slots license. PGCB wants to ensure that such an instance will not repeat itself.

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Gaming Board Head Confident the Court Will Approve Slots Licensees
Wednesday, 11 April 2007

Chairman Decker said that they are hopeful that the Supreme Court will approve of the 5 slots licensees. He added that any delay will cause the state not to receive the money that it badly needs.

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Supreme Court Rejects Slots Bond Proposal by Pennsylvania Gaming Board
Tuesday, 10 April 2007

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has denied the Gaming Board's request to ask for a money bond from losing slot bidders. The Court has also rejected the bond request of the Majestic Star Casino.

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Split Rock Resort and Fernwood Resort in Bushkill Considering Opening Slots Casinos
Sunday, 08 April 2007

The Split Rock Resort and the Fernwood Resort in Bushkill are considering applying for a slots license. So far, residents and businesses in the area have not expressed opposition to the 2 resorts having slots.

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Florida House Committee Approves Slot Machines and ATM Rule in Casinos
Thursday, 05 April 2007

The Florida House Committee for Business Regulation has passed a bill, sponsored by Rep. Jack Seiler, that will allow the parlors in the state to increase their slots offerings.

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Slots Casinos in Pennsylvania Perform Beyond Satisfaction
Wednesday, 04 April 2007

The slots facilities in Pennsylvania reported $1.57 billion in total bets. They have also paid out a total of $17.5 million in winnings, as well as for horse racing.

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Parties Change Their Mind Regarding Slots in Philadelphia
Monday, 02 April 2007

City and state lawyers of Philadelphia claim that the voter referendum on May 15th will be of no avail. One of the reasons is that the Supreme Court may block any movement that is harmful to gaming in the state.

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Church Orders Investigation of Three Nuns Seen Playing at Casino
Monday, 02 April 2007

Archbishop Oscar Cruz has ordered an investigation of the nuns that were photographed playing the slot machines at a gaming fair. The church has a strict stance against gambling.

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Expansion of Slot Machines in West Virginia are not on the Agenda
Sunday, 01 April 2007

West Virginia Gov. Rendell said that he will observe how the slot machines perform before approving a gambling expansion. Nonetheless, legislators have just approved casino table games for the racetracks.

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Senators to Legalize Casinos and Slot Machines in Texas for School Financial Aid
Sunday, 01 April 2007

Senators Ellis and Carona are pushing for a bill that will expand gambling in Texas, like slot machines. Previously, every gambling expansion bill has failed to pass legislation.

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