2006 April 07 Gambling News, Events and Happenings

The state has ended discussions with the Seminole Tribe of Florida on an agreement that would have allowed Las Vegas-style slot machines at five tribal casinos in South Florida.

Researchers in Glasgow are to examine the gambling habits of punters in venues like casinos and bingo halls.

Gambling devices were again addressed during the Kosciusko County Alcohol and Beverage Commission meeting Thursday, with three gambling violations cited between two establishments.

Three Honolulu police officers were indicted Thursday on charges they protected a Waialua gambling operation. The federal grand jury also indicted six other men for running the longtime gambling enterprise.

ST. LOUIS, Missouri As reported by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch: “Without a doubt, the thirst for gambling is growing in the St. Louis area. “Bets are up. Revenue is rising. And St. Louis is moving up on the list of the nation’s top gambling markets.

Political leaders called today’s unveiling of a plan to share $15.6 million in gambling money that could come to the Lehigh Valley a “watershed moment” in history.

SCOTLAND As reported by the UK Herald: “Major property developer is hoping to steal a march on Glasgow’s big three would-be super-casino operators by locating a new gambling and leisure complex in the centre of the city.

Nine high school students in Falmouth were accused Friday of selling drugs. Police raided their homes after a three-month investigation into the sale of marijuana and Ecstasy.

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