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Sports wagering operator applications submitted to MGC

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported that it received 15 total applications for Category 1 and 3 licenses.

Massachusetts receives 29 applications for sports wagering licenses

The Gaming Commission announced yesterday that it received the Scoping Surveys, which are a required prerequisite to move forward in the operator process.

Massachusetts calls in help for sports wagering timelines

The state's Gaming Commission announced on Thursday it contracted RSM US and Gaming Lab International to support the mission to launch sports betting in the state.

Massachusetts sets tentative dates for sports betting launch

Last week during the state’s Gaming Commission meeting, it was determined that in-person wagering might start in January where online will have to wait until March.

Massachusetts casinos will remain closed until 18 May

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted unanimously today to extend the temporary closures of Encore Boston Harbor, MGM Springfield and Plainridge Park Casino.

Suffolk Downs concludes big weekend

The East Boston racetrack ended the third live racing and food truck festival weekend of the summer on Sunday, 5 August with 12 races, two of which were $50,000 stakes races for horses bred in Massachusetts.

Live racing returns to Suffolk Downs

Suffolk Downs in East Boston will host the third scheduled live racing and food truck festival weekend of the summer this Saturday and Sunday, 4-5 August.

Live racing at Suffolk Downs

In addition to live racing this weekend, the track will have food trucks, live music, family fun activities and will be simulcasting the Belmont Stakes as Justify tries to sweep the Triple Crown.

Suffolk Downs Jockey Challenge

In addition to offering purses of over $500,000 per day and lucrative starter incentives for trainers and owners, Suffolk Downs has established a $5,000 Jockey Challenge for each weekend of live racing this summer.

Suffolk Downs prepares for live Thoroughbred racing

The first weekend of live racing will be held 8-9 July and will continue 5-6 August and 2-3 September.

MGC to hold public meeting on Oct. 1

This public meeting will discuss the process for fines and penalties for gaming violations in Massachusetts, among other topics.

Massachusetts casino revenue directed to horse racing being questioned

Horse racing benefits from a special casino revenue fund that some are arguing should be redistributed to other state needs.

Suffolk Downs deal will return racing

Racing will return to Suffolk Downs in new deal, pending legislative approval.

Suffolk Downs could see reprieve if House moves on bill

Suffolk Downs could see a reprieve if the House votes to approve a bill that will permit simulcasting until July 2016.

Suffolk Downs workers file lawsuit

A lawsuit has been filed against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission by both the city and a union alleging unfair advantage in recent license bid.

Top-10 reactions from my trip to Suffolk Downs

Casino City's Dan Podheiser made his first and last trip to Suffolk Downs last week, and learned a lot about horse racing. He still isn't a fan.

Boston casino not yet a clear Wynn

Saying the Las Vegas-based company isn’t well liked in Boston or in surrounding communities is an understatement. The award to Wynn could drive some of those angry voters to the polls Nov. 4.

A sad, but necessary farewell to Suffolk Downs

Casino City's Aaron Todd shares his thoughts from his first visit to Suffolk Downs as the New England institution prepares to shut down live racing for good.

Massachusetts voters can decide casino issue, court rules

The state’s highest court said Tuesday voters can ultimately decide if Massachusetts can have gaming.

Casino City Gang: Give us a license or else edition

Casino City's Vin Narayanan, Aaron Todd and Dan Podheiser discuss the state of casino gaming in Massachusetts where MGM wants more certainty and Suffolk Downs says it will close if it doesn't receive a casino license, the new World Series of Poker poker room opening in Atlantic City and the state of online gaming in New Jersey and the hard work that goes into hosting a home poker game. And as always, they make their best bets for the week.

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