2006 February 19 Gambling News, Events and Happenings

A New Jersey-based gambling ring allegedly linked to Wayne Gretzky’s wife had no ties to organized crime, a defense lawyer involved in the case said Tuesday, contradicting the claims of state officials.

HOUSTON - The curtain hadn’t dropped on All-Star weekend in Houston, and already players were thinking about next year’s game. Who could blame them? Las Vegas is on the itinerary.

The Fall Foliage Festival will host Basket Bingo on Feb. 25 at the Morgan County Fairground. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with bingo beginning at 6 p.m. Ten dollars at the door will allow participants to play 20 games. One prize will be awarded per game, along with raffles throughout the evening.

Antigua and Barbuda has accused the US of failing to comply with a World Trade Organisation ruling that it discriminates unfairly against online gambling companies based in the tiny Caribbean island nation.

The State of New Jersey, nicknamed the Garden State is one of the most popular destinations for casino gamblers, second only to Nevada.

Looking for something to do this coming Presidents’ Day? Why not check out one of your favorite online casinos. On February the 20th, America will celebrate Presidents’ Day and many people will have the day off.

DESPITE THE tragedy that struck at PhilSports Arena recently, it will remain venue of the first Bingo Bonanza Philippine Open Badminton Championships presented by PLDT Business Solutions, according to the organizing IMG.

BILOXI, MS (AP) — Three Biloxi casinos reopened in the wake of Hurricane Katrina have reported $50 million in gross gambling revenue in January-their first full month of operation, gaming industry officials say.

It’s one thing to look at art. It’s another to play in it. Todd VonBastiaans decided that we could do both. VonBastiaans is the mind behind Obstacle Art, a nine-hole, artist-created miniature golf course that operates more like an interactive installation exhibit.