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Pay Attention, As Last Atlantic City Casino Eliminates Free Self-Parking

Golden Nugget Atlantic City rolled out its new parking system in mid-August which uses a license plate reader and mobile QR codes.

Posted on: August 31, 2023 | | David Danzis

Hopes (At Least Temporarily) Dashed For Development Corridor At Site Of Former Trump Plaza

Atlantic City officials wanted to create a development corridor where Trump Plaza once stood. But those plans have stalled. Now what will officials do?

Posted on: August 30, 2023 | | Stephanie Loder

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Dual Play Roulette Another Example Of Live Dealer Games Changing The Game

The latest game at Borgata Atlantic City, available with Borgata and BetMGM NJ online casinos, is another example of live dealer games changing the game.

Posted on: August 25, 2023 | | David Danzis

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The Cold, Hard Truth: Atlantic City Casino Industry Is Not Healthy

The most recent Atlantic City casinos profit reports counter the conventional wisdom that the industry is healthy and doing well. It's not.

Posted on: August 24, 2023 | | David Danzis

Bally’s Atlantic City Makes Change, Brings In Bally Bet For Retail Sportsbook Space

Bally's Atlantic City opened Bally Bet Sportsbook on Wednesday, taking over the space formerly occupied by FanDuel Sportsbook.

Posted on: August 24, 2023 | | David Danzis

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In Praising Connecticut’s Continued Smoking Ban, NJ Casinos Group Says State ‘Close To Making A Major Change’

New Jersey casino employees support a casino smoking ban and applauded Connecticut casinos for their smoke-free environment.

Posted on: August 21, 2023 | | Hannah Vanbiber

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Atlantic City Casinos Net $290 Million In July, Down 3% from 2022

Land-based Atlantic City casinos generated just shy of $290 million in July revenue, their best month since reporting $299 million in July 2022.

Posted on: August 16, 2023 | | David Danzis

New Jersey Man Wins $1.1M Progressive Jackpot, Instantly Becomes Big Tipper

A Caesars progressive jackpot winner turned a $5 wager into a prize of over $1.1 million but spread the love before he left.

Posted on: February 16, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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Former Trump Plaza Casino Site Up For Sale In Atlantic City

Nearly two and half years after the implosion of Atlantic City's Trump Plaza Hotel & Casino, an adjoining lot is listed for sale.

Posted on: August 15, 2023 | | David Danzis

NJ Officials Still Deciding What To Do With Former Playboy Casino Fund

New Jersey gambling regulators haven't decided what to do with remaining funds dedicated to cashing chips from the former Playboy Casino.

Posted on: August 11, 2023 | | David Danzis

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Plenty Of Hurdles Stand Between Atlantic City And The Phrase ‘Family Resort’

An Atlantic City casino's new pool policy is seemingly at odds with the local media's push to portray the resort as a family-friendly spot.

Posted on: August 9, 2023 | | David Danzis

NJ legislature is sending mixed signals for Atlantic City casinos with its recent PILOT program and online casino extension.

NJ Legislature Contradicts Itself On Atlantic City Casinos, Online Gambling

There is some mixed messaging relating to Atlantic City casinos and NJ online gambling in regard to the PILOT program and recent online casino extension.

Posted on: July 31, 2023 | | David Danzis