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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

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

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

Image of Monmouth Park for a story on Darby Development assuming full control of the New Jersey racetrack.

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 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

Image of Dragon Train, a popular slot title added to both BetMGM online casino in New Jersey and Borgata Atlantic City.

Addition Of Dragon Train Slot Creates Omnichannel Experience In New Jersey At BetMGM, Borgata

BetMGM and Borgata Atlantic City are forging an omnichannel partnership, centered around the popular slot Dragon Train, which appeals to NJ slot players.

Posted on: August 12, 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 sign for the World Series of Poker for a story on Caesars selling WSOP and its effect on the New Jersey gambling market.

While Caesars Is Selling WSOP, Not Much Changes For NJ Poker Players

Caesars Entertainment sold its World Series of Poker product for $500 million. However, it doesn't appear that the deal will affect New Jersey online poker.

Posted on: August 1, 2024 | | Corey Sharp

Image of Resorts Atlantic City, which expanded its casino gaming offerings to the retail DraftKings Sportsbook.

Resorts Bolsters Atlantic City Casino Offerings With New Additions To Retail DraftKings Sportsbook

The casino gaming experience has been expanded to the retail sportsbook at Resorts Atlantic City, further bolstering the property's offerings.

Posted on: July 26, 2024 | | Dave Bontempo

Image of Bally's Atlantic City for a story on a buyout to merge Bally's with another company and its effect on the New Jersey gambling industry.

Standard General Buys Out Bally’s, Making Company ‘Well Positioned’ To Invest In Online Gambling

The deal merges Bally's with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc., giving the group more room for growth and investment in New Jersey online gambling.

Posted on: July 25, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Yankees Aaron Judge and Juan Soto for a story on June 2024 revenue for sports betting in New Jersey.

Sportsbooks Report $60 Million In June Revenue – New Jersey’s Lowest Total Since Feb. 2023

A rise in baseball betting helped New Jersey sportsbooks report the second-best June handle ever. But operators have their worst month since early 2023.

Posted on: July 17, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Patrons gamble at Hard Rock Atlantic City for a story on the June 2024 revenue report for Atlantic City casinos.

June Is Best Revenue Month In 2024 For Atlantic City Casinos, But Online Gambling Catching Up

June's totals stand as the best of 2024 for Atlantic City casinos, but the year-to-year change is minimal. And concern lingers about the effect of iGaming.

Posted on: July 16, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Casino News

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

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

Assembly Republicans Voice Support To Ban Smoking In Atlantic City Casinos

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

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

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

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

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

Addition Of Dragon Train Slot Creates Omnichannel Experience In New Jersey At BetMGM, Borgata

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

While Caesars Is Selling WSOP, Not Much Changes For NJ Poker Players

Resorts Bolsters Atlantic City Casino Offerings With New Additions To Retail DraftKings Sportsbook

Standard General Buys Out Bally’s, Making Company ‘Well Positioned’ To Invest In Online Gambling

Sportsbooks Report $60 Million In June Revenue – New Jersey’s Lowest Total Since Feb. 2023

June Is Best Revenue Month In 2024 For Atlantic City Casinos, But Online Gambling Catching Up

Lawsuit At ‘Standstill’ As PILOT Program For AC Casinos Costing Taxpayers Millions

Antar Appeals Suit Dismissal In NJ, Hopes To Put RG Onus On Online Casinos

NJ Gambling Officials Still Optimistic Despite Down Start To 2024 By Atlantic City Casinos

NJ Senator Introduces Compromise To Atlantic City Casino Smoking Ban

New Year, New Responsible Gambling Bills (Sort Of) From New Jersey Lawmakers