2008 April 23 Gambling News, Events and Happenings

Banning smoking at charity bingo games may have health benefits, but it is proving harmful to earnings.

The man, accused of leading a high stakes gambling ring. is facing new charges. Orlando Reyes is now charged with bookmaking. Charleston county detectives say after busting the alleged operation, they found illegal betting sheets.

A drinker who injured a woman police officer while resisting arrest was given an Asbo banning him from all pubs and clubs - except when he wants to go to bingo.

Atlantic City casinos are going smoke-free after the city council approved new regulations.

Lawmakers in New Jersey voted Wednesday to ban smoking in Atlantic City Casinos. Atlantic Citys City Council voted unanimously in favor of the ban, making it illegal to smoke on casino floors.

(IsraelNN.com) The governmental Council for Regulation of Betting on Sports (the ‘Toto’ ), which regulates betting on soccer games, has decided to fund a comprehensive program for supporting Sderot and the Gaza Perimeter communities.

Controversy is brewing in Baker over whether video bingo should be allowed in the city. On Tuesday night people showed up at the City Council meeting to voice their opinions on the issue.

Macgamestore.com announced the immediate availability of the digital download version of Hoyle Casino 2008 for the Mac on Wednesday. via The Mac Observer

Gamblers on the floors of Atlantic City casinos will soon have to give up at least one vice: smoking.