Maine News
Casino City’s Friday Five: Circa Survivor and Maine iGaming edition
9 January 2026
Maine broke headlines yesterday after the governor announced it would become the eighth state to legalize online casinos.
NAAiG statement on Maine Gov. Janet Mills' reversal of iGaming veto commitment9 January 2026
The National Association Against iGaming is disappointed by Governor Janet Mills' decision to reverse her long-standing opposition to online casino gambling and allow the iGaming bill on her desk to become law.
Maine becomes eighth state to legalize online casinos8 January 2026
Gov. Janet Mills announced she would allow the authorization bill to become law, granting the state’s federally recognized tribes exclusive access to operate iGaming through partner operators.
PrizePicks secures gaming licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine29 July 2025
With this expansion, PrizePicks becomes the first daily fantasy sports operator to obtain a gaming license in Puerto Rico.
Caesars Sportsbook first to accept in-person sports wagers in Maine13 September 2024
Portland Mayor Mark Dion placed the ceremonial first bet at the newly opened sports entertainment venue, Oddfellahs, powered by Caesars Sportsbook.
Caesars Sportsbook launches in Maine3 November 2023
Sports wagering is live in Maine, and Caesars Entertainment announced that its flagship sports wagering platform is accepting sports wagers on mobile and desktop in the Pine Tree State.
Maine launching sports betting tomorrow2 November 2023
Online will be live on Caesars Sportsbook and DraftKings in the morning, while bettors will have to wait sometime before wagering at retail locations.
DraftKings announces plans to launch online sportsbook in Maine1 November 2023
The agreement between DraftKings Sportsbook and the Passamaquoddy Tribe will allow sports fans 21 years of age and older to access DraftKings’ sportsbook app that includes a variety of wagering options.
Maine sports betting nears the finish line3 October 2023
Retail and online wagering in the Pine Tree State could launch in early November.
Internet Vikings strengthens US presence4 May 2023
The company is leveraging its partnership with a leading North American B2B technology provider with anticipated launches in Maine and Wyoming later this year.
Maine starts application process for sports wagering licenses15 February 2023
The state’s Gambling Control Unit announced this morning that the required forms are available on its website.
Matt Gallagher named Vice President, General Manager of Oxford Casino Hotel13 December 2021
Along with 24 years of gaming experience, Matt brings extensive experience as a senior leader in marketing working in a number of jurisdictions including California, Mississippi, Louisiana and Washington.
Penn National Gaming reopens two more casinos10 July 2020
The most recent property reopenings include Plainridge Park Casino in Massachusetts which reopened on 8 July and Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway in Bangor, Maine, which is reopening today.
Oxford Casino in Maine reopens its doors today9 July 2020
Table games and food and beverage offerings as well as the hotel and event center will be available at a later date.
Hollywood Casino Hotel and Raceway expects to reopen next week3 July 2020
The Penn National Gaming property in Maine expects to reopen Hon Friday, 10 July, pending final regulatory approval
Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway in Maine temporarily closing16 March 2020
The Maine Gambling Control Board is temporarily suspending operations for a period of two weeks beginning at 6 p.m. tonight as a precautionary measure against the ongoing spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 takes its toll on US casinos16 March 2020
As a result of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S., casinos across the country have announced temporary closures. These resorts will continue to assess the situation over the next two weeks and reevaluate the closures.
Maine governor vetoes legalization of sports betting11 January 2020
Governor Janet Mills announced on Friday that she would veto three bills she held for further review last session, including LD 553, which would have legalized sports betting in the state.
Maine Gaming Supplier Regulatory Overview26 August 2016
Bangor casino facilitates blood donors
4 January 2016
Casino hosts blood drive to support the Red Cross.
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