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Massachusetts House Passes Sports Betting Bill, Calls Out Senate

The Massachusetts House of Representatives got the ball rolling on sports betting legislation. Now we'll see if the Senate knows what to do with a ball. Read More

Posted on: July 22, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Another Strong Month For Casinos As Sports Betting, Poker Draw Attention

Though down a tad from May, casino revenue in Massachusetts eclipsed $84 million in June as poker players still await the return of poker. Read More

Posted on: July 21, 2021 | | George Myers

Antsy To Ante: MA Poker Players Impatient With Continued Casino Room Closures

Poker rooms at MGM Springfield and Encore Boston Harbor have both remained shuttered, making it 16 months since they've last dealt hands. Read More

Posted on: July 19, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Massachusetts Lottery Players Can Look To Get Lucky Seven Days A Week

The Massachuetts Lottery will have daily Lucky for Life drawings, increasing opportunities to play while odds of winning remain the same. Read More

Posted on: July 16, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Responsible Gaming Program DraftKings Cambridge

Massachusetts Responsible Gaming Program Expands DraftKings, Cambridge Heath Alliance Partnership

Responsible gaming is focus of Massachusetts-based DraftKings, consulting with Cambridge Health Alliance to develop comprehensive programs. Read More

Posted on: July 12, 2021 | | Justin Russo

State Supreme Court Solidifies Casino Rights For Lower Blackjack Payouts

The Mass. Supreme Court ruled against gamblers at two casinos in response to complaints about blackjack payouts. Read More

Posted on: July 9, 2021 | | George Myers

Massachusetts Lottery Asks To Go Online But Retailers Object

The Massachusetts Lottery wants to modernize by going online following the pandemic, but retailers say it would decimate foot traffic. Read More

Posted on: July 2, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Springfield Among Communities Receiving Share Of $4.8 Million In Grants

The city of Springfield will receive $644,000 in grants to help revitalize the downtown area around MGM Springfield. Read More

Posted on: July 2, 2021 | | Dave Consolazio

Revenue Figures Show A Continued Return To Form For Mass. Casinos

Massachusetts Gaming Commission statistics highlight the casino industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Posted on: June 24, 2021 | | George Myers

Casino In East Windsor Suspended As MGM Drops Lawsuit

The casino project in East Windsor, Connecticut is shelved per terms of a tribal compact with the state, triggering MGM to drop its lawsuit. Read More

Posted on: June 23, 2021 | | Martin Harris