Neighbors unite to have a say before casino plan a done deal

Determined not to be left out of the loop in the planning of the proposed Middleborough casino, officials from neighboring towns and area planning agencies will meet with state officials tomorrow.

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Sun, August 26th, 2007

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  • The Great Wall of China was financed, in part, by a lottery. The Bible is replete with references to drawing lots. Lot casting was a favored means of communication between man and god.
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    1971: Female card dealers begin working on the Strip for the first time.
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