June 2009 Online Casino News Archive

Mount Airy casino resort in Pennsylvania has experienced a decline in gaming revenue but an increase in resort services, according to a senior official in the company.

Ivey's 2009 WSOP winnings 'could be up to $14m'

24th June 2009 at 16:53

Poker pro Phil Ivey could stand to make up to $14 million at this year's World Series of Poker (WSOP), it has been claimed.

Peninsula Gaming to buy Amelia Belle casino

23rd June 2009 at 17:00

Louisiana riverboat casino the Amelia Belle is to be purchased from Tropicana Casino and Resorts by Peninsula Gaming.

Old Seminole Casino 'still performing well'

23rd June 2009 at 16:46

The original Seminole Casino near Hollywood is still performing well despite the proximity of the newer Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, it has been claimed.

Lisandro does the double at WSOP

22nd June 2009 at 16:46

Poker pro Jeffrey Lisandro has become the third player this year to pick up two bracelets at the World Series of Poker (WSOP).

Cabinet in Taiwan supports referendum on Penghu casinos

19th June 2009 at 17:00

The Taiwanese cabinet has supported plans to hold a referendum in Penghu to gauge public opinion about the proposed casinos on the island.

Penn National Gaming unveils changed plans for Kansas casino

18th June 2009 at 16:56

Casino operator Penn National Gaming has put forward new plans for a larger casino than originally intended in Wyndacotte County, Kansas.

Guillen claims 32nd bracelet at WSOP 2009

18th June 2009 at 16:55

Relative unknown Angel Guillen has shot into the poker spotlight by taking down the 32nd event at the World Series of Poker (WSOP).

Donald Trump eyes casino group return

17th June 2009 at 16:54

Casino operator Trump Entertainment Resorts could soon be back under the control of Donald Trump, it has emerged.

Tran secures second WSOP bracelet

17th June 2009 at 16:49

Californian card sharp JC Tran claimed his second World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet with victory in Event 30 at Las Vegas's Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino.

EPT reveals season 6 schedule

16th June 2009 at 16:43

The schedule for the sixth season of the European Poker Tour (EPT) has been announced and the first event will take place in Moscow.

Poker show begins on Playboy TV

15th June 2009 at 16:54

Producer Sam Simon is preparing to launch a new poker television show for Playboy TV called Sam's Game.

Work on Sugarcane casino 'might start early'

12th June 2009 at 15:46

Work on the Sugarcane Bay casino and resort in Louisiana might start in August or September.

Iowa 'might get new casinos'

11th June 2009 at 16:07

Officials in Iowa are considering changing the number of casinos that the state is permitted to have.

Las Vegas casino development goes bankrupt

11th June 2009 at 15:08

The firm behind a new casino development in Las Vegas has gone bankrupt and construction work on the project has been halted.

Controversy over Ohio casino

10th June 2009 at 15:09

Those who want an amendment allowing four gaming establishments to be constructed in Ohio are requesting a lawsuit barring signature collectors from "misrepresenting the proposal".

Second WSOP title picked up by Alaei

10th June 2009 at 15:09

Daniel Alaei has emerged as the winner in a World Series of Poker event, picking up his second bracelet in the process.

More gaming in Delaware 'could affect AC'

9th June 2009 at 15:45

New Jersey gaming hub Atlantic City (AC) could face further problems now that the neighbouring state of Delaware is moving into the casino gaming market.

Donald Trump 'might regain control of Trump Entertainment Resorts'

8th June 2009 at 16:12

Real estate mogul Donald Trump is planning a comeback in the casino industry by buying back Trump Entertainment Resorts.

Ladies event 'is good entry point into the WSOP'

8th June 2009 at 16:11

The ladies event at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) is considered by many women to be a good way for women to make their debut, it has been suggested.

Mercier claims his third title this year

5th June 2009 at 15:42

Jason Mercier has continued his outstanding run of form by picking up his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) title.

Drive a Ferrari courtesy of InterCasino

5th June 2009 at 15:41

InterCasino is running a new promotion called The Big Break in which players can win once in a lifetime prizes, such as Ferrari rides.

Tribe considers Belmont Park for casino

4th June 2009 at 16:40

The Shinnecock Indian tribe has revealed that it is looking at Belmont Park as a possible location for its new casino.

MGM Mirage looks at Taiwanese gaming market

4th June 2009 at 16:36

Casino operator MGM Mirage has revealed that it is talking with three groups of investors about developing a casino in Taiwan.

Sung wins first bracelet

4th June 2009 at 16:35

Top poker pro Steve Sung has finally taken down an event at the World Series of Poker (WSOP).

City of Dreams opens in Macau

3rd June 2009 at 16:56

The City of Dreams resort complex in Macau was launched by Melco Crown Entertainment earlier this week.

Smoking still permitted in Louisiana casinos

3rd June 2009 at 16:56

Gamers will still be able to light up their cigarettes in Louisiana gaming establishments after a proposal to ban smoking was defeated this week.

Lunkin: Russia has many creative and tough poker players

2nd June 2009 at 17:02

The winner of the $40,000 anniversary event at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) this year Vitaly Lunkin has said there are many excellent poker players in his home country.

Thriller themed casino proposed for Las Vegas

1st June 2009 at 16:18

Las Vegas could soon have a new addition to its gambling haunts in the form of a casino themed on Michael Jackson's song Thriller.

Harrah's 'might reconsider lower WSOP buy-ins in 2010'