Suffolk Downs News
Sports wagering operator applications submitted to MGC
22 November 2022
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported that it received 15 total applications for Category 1 and 3 licenses.
Massachusetts receives 29 applications for sports wagering licenses20 October 2022
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 timelines14 October 2022
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 launch12 October 2022
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 May1 May 2020
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 weekend6 August 2018
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 Downs1 August 2018
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 Downs6 June 2018
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 Challenge30 May 2018
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 racing20 June 2017
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. 130 September 2015
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 questioned12 June 2015
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 racing27 February 2015
Racing will return to Suffolk Downs in new deal, pending legislative approval.
Suffolk Downs could see reprieve if House moves on bill31 December 2014
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 lawsuit17 October 2014
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 Downs29 September 2014
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 Wynn29 September 2014
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 Downs26 September 2014
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 rules25 June 2014
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 edition24 April 2014
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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