A Pennsylvania woman is facing criminal charges after state police say she allegedly left two children and a dog in her car while she gambled inside a casino. The Pennsylvania State Police’s Gaming Enforcement Bureau says two children aged nine and three were noticed inside a Honda Civic outside Wind Creek Bethlehem by another patron last Thursday, January 12. After tipping off casino security, patrol officers located a 9-year-old girl sitting in the front passenger seat of the vehicle and a three-year-old toddler in the back in a car seat. A dog was also left unattended in the car. The outside temperature during the incident was about 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Police waited and, eventually,
A proposed small charitable casino in Concord, New Hampshire, was given conditional approval this week by a local Planning Board. But anxious residents predict it could lead to increased levels of prostitution and illegal drugs, as well as impact the environment of New Hampshire’s capital city. The Planning Board conditionally approved the project’s initial phase on Wednesday. That includes a 24,000-square-foot gaming room, and an 8,500-square-foot restaurant and brewpub. One of nine residents speaking against the planned gaming venue was Mark Hounsell of Conway. He represented the Word of Life Christian Fellowship. “Gambling affects cities and would serve as a magnet and draw a lot of
Fanatics is reportedly in talks to acquire BetParx in an effort to speed its ascent in the US sports wagering space. A letter of intent between the two sides may have been signed. Citing unidentified sources with knowledge of the matter, CNBC reported earlier today that Fanatics and BetParx are holding takeover discussions. There are no guarantees a deal will be reached and a proposed transaction price isn’t yet known. BetParx is controlled by Greenwood Gaming & Entertainment, which runs casinos in Pennsylvania under the Parx brand. Greenwood also owns gaming software firm Playtech. Should closely held Fanatics acquire BetParx, the purchase could rapidly speed the buyer’s sports bettin
Issued the following statement about New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's announcement of new COVID-19 restrictions in the state: "The New Jersey Casino Association (CANJ) understands the administration's concerns and is why the industry has taken extraordinary steps to help Atlantic City casino guests, our employees and communities minimize exposure to the COVID-19 virus while safely welcoming thousands of hardworking employees and valued guests. We will continue to strive to give our customers the exciting experience they can expect from top hotels: Casino floors and game operations are open 24/7. The indoor restaurant will remain open between Thursday, Nov. 12 and 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. As c
Lee Da-hyun "It took 3 years to get this victory" South Korean women's volleyball also boasted a "victory proof shot" at the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) Volleyball Nations League (VNL). South Korea met Thailand (3-19, 23-25, 25-16, 25-18) in the final game of the 2024 FIVB VNL week 1 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on the 20th (Korea time). Since its victory over Canada on June 15, 2021, Korea has recorded 27 consecutive losses through last year's tournament. It has lost a total of 24 qualifying rounds in the past two years. This year, the team joined hands with coach Fernando Morales to escape consecutive losses. In the first week, the team lost 0-3 to the Dominican Republic i
2024 professional volleyball photography project KOVO said on the 21st, "We are recruiting companies to carry out the 2024 professional volleyball photography project supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the National Sports Promotion Agency." As a major bidder, companies with a track record of taking photos related to professional sports within three years of the bid announcement date can participate in the bid, and documents will be received through door-to-door applications until June 28. The company selected as the operating agency of the project is responsible for taking photos of various competitions, including the V-League, a competition hosted and organized