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Atlantic City Casinos Got Tax Breaks, Now Anti-Smoking Advocates Want A Ban

Anti-smoking advocates and casino workers are fuming that lawmakers gave tax breaks to Atlantic City casinos while overlooking their cause.

Posted on: December 23, 2021 | | David Danzis

Ocean Casino Resort debuts new sportsbook

Ocean Casino Resort Offers First Look At New Sportsbook Experience

Ocean Casino Resort will debut The Gallery Bar, Book & Games this summer, the Atlantic City casino said Monday.

Posted on: March 14, 2022 | | David Danzis

Customers sit at new Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City.

Star-Studded Event Highlights Grand Opening Of Retail Fanatics Sportsbook At Ocean Casino

From Jay-Z to Justin Thomas, the grand opening of the retail Fanatics Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort had it all over the weekend.

Posted on: September 17, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Customers gamble at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City

Atlantic City Casinos Close Out Summer With Massive $294 Million In August Revenue

Atlantic City casinos ended the 2024 summer with a bang, as properties generated $294 million in revenue in August for the highest total in two years.

Posted on: September 17, 2024 | | Corey Sharp

Image of the New Jersey State Legislature for a story on the Assembly supporting a bill to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos.

Assembly Republicans Voice Support To Ban Smoking In Atlantic City Casinos

Assembly Republicans announced they are ready to help ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, should a Senate bill move forward to do so.

Posted on: September 13, 2024 | | Corey Sharp

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Darby Development Assumes Full Control Of Monmouth Park With Big Plans Ahead

Darby Development, operator of Monmouth Park for 12 years, took full control of the New Jersey horse racing facility and plans for major development.

Posted on: September 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of members of CEASE for a story on the organization planning to continue its fight to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos.

CEASE To Pressure NJ Lawmakers, Release Digital Campaign In Next Steps Of Smoking Fight

After a state court ruled in favor of Atlantic City casinos, CEASE will pressure lawmakers and release a digital campaign in its fight to ban smoking.

Posted on: September 6, 2024 | | Corey Sharp

Gamblers play slots at Ocean Casino Resort for a story on May 2024 revenue from Atlantic City casinos.

Atlantic City Casinos Shrug Off Winter Blues In May As Revenue Rises 5%

Atlantic City casino gambling revenue from tables and slots increased 5.2% compared to a year prior with five properties ahead of May 2023.

Posted on: June 17, 2024 | | David Danzis

Image of Fanatics Sportsbook at The Gallery in Ocean Casino Resort in New Jersey.

Fanatics Opens New Retail Sportsbook At Ocean Casino Resort In Time For NFL Season

Fanatics opened its first New Jersey retail sportsbook inside Ocean Casino Resort in time for the NFL season, providing a VIP experience for NJ sports fans.

Posted on: September 5, 2024 | | Corey Sharp

Meadowlands owner Jeff Gural. Meadowlands owner Jeff Gural said a casino could come to his northern New Jersey racetrack after downstate New York licenses are awarded.

Gural Says Casino At The Meadowlands Would Come After Downstate NY Licenses

Meadowlands owner Jeff Gural said a casino could come to his northern New Jersey racetrack after downstate New York licenses are awarded.

Posted on: August 6, 2024 | | Dave Briggs

Image of a woman smoking for a story on a New Jersey judge ruling against a lawsuit looking to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos.

Lawsuit Seeking Smoking Ban In Atlantic City Casinos Shot Down By Superior Court Judge

A New Jersey judge ruled against a lawsuit seeking to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, but an appeal is promised by the plaintiffs.

Posted on: August 30, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Aerial image of Atlantic City for a story on the second-quarter revenue report for Atlantic City casinos in 2024.

Atlantic City Casinos Not Seeing Summer Boost It Hoped For, But Optimism Remains

The second-quarter revenue report from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement offers a mixed bag for Atlantic City casinos.

Posted on: August 27, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Hard Rock Atlantic City Casino (Finally) Rolls Out Unity Card Program

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City’s loyal gamblers are finally joining the company’s global reward card program, as Unity makes its debut Jan. 9.

Posted on: January 8, 2024 | | David Danzis