Eastside Cannery Casino & Hotel News

The $250 million hotel-casino has been able to attract a loyal customer base, according to principal owner Bill Paulos.

South Point owner Michael Gaughan received preliminary approval Wednesday from the state Gaming Control Board to pool sports bets with the Palms, both Cannery casinos and the Rampart Casino at the JW Marriott.

The Australian gaming company's top executive said it does not plan sweeping changes at Cannery Casino Resorts when it completes its purchase later this year.

The Vegas Gaming Control Board recommended approving James Packer and Crown Ltd's bid to buy Cannery Casino Resorts for $1.8 billion.

Competitors upgraded properties in time for opening.

Hundreds waited in the stifling heat, some as long as 21/2 hours, for the the $250 million Eastside Cannery to open to the public at 8 p.m.

Employees throughout the Eastside Cannery are busy arranging inventory, checking slot machines, preparing hotel rooms or working in the kitchen in anticipation of tonight's opening.

Eastside Cannery Casino Hotel will open stocked 100 percent with JCM's award-winning Universal Bill Acceptor and the Intelligent Cash Box.

Touting its distinctive look, large rooms and selection of restaurants, Cannery officials are billing the Eastside Cannery Casino and Hotel as the first major casino to open in more than a decade on Las Vegas’ eastside.

Nearly 1,100 workers at the new $250 million Eastside Cannery have spent the past couple weeks getting acclimated to the nuances of their new jobs in anticipation of Thursday's opening in time for the Labor Day crowds.