2008 May 18 Gambling News, Events and Happenings - Page 3

It’s not on the list of most successful Newark spots, but restaurateur Sean McGovern and Senate President Richard Codey are betting they can make 60 Park Place a go with an upscale sports bar and restaurant.

Back in mid-2002 the Greek government was widely criticised, and even became a laughing stock in some quarters, as a result of its overkill ban on all electronic gaming - including that taking place on private PCs - in the EU member state (see previous InfoPowa reports.) Law 3037/2002 was a politically misguided attempt aimed at putting an end to online gambling; but it ignited international criticism for its over-the-top nature, exacerbated by subsequent police raids on Internet cafes.