Maine should be in no hurry to further expand gambling in the state.
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Mills vetoes bill to legalize sports betting in Maine
The bill, 1 of 3 the governor vetoed, was among 40 she had held since the close of the session in June. She allowed 24 to become law without her signature, and 13 others were recalled for changes by the Legislature.
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New Hampshire legalizes sports betting
Gov. Chris Sununu signs into law a measure that legalizes betting on professional sports and most Division I college sports, excluding games involving New Hampshire schools.
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High rollers: Eldorado Resorts buys Caesars in deal valued at $17.3 billion
The acquisition will put about 60 casino-resorts in 16 states under a single name, Caesars, creating the largest gambling operator in the United States.
Posted inBusiness, Elections, Local & State, News, Politics
Winners and losers of the 2019 legislative session
Democrats used their legislative majority and control of the Blaine House to push through many bills in health care, education and the environment, but some measures still fell by the wayside.
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Wynn CEO: Boston-area casino a model for company’s future growth
Wynn Resorts is hoping the $2.6 billion casino it’s opening Sunday in Everett, Mass., can be a model for the company’s future expansion
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Maine casinos took in a record $144 million last year. Will they stay on a roll?
The state is among a dozen that set all-time highs for gambling at casinos in 2018, according to an industry group.
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Committee’s split shows details will be key to legalizing sports betting
Debates are likely on the floor of the Legislature over a bill to allow online wagering, set a 2-tiered tax rate and allow on-premises betting at 11 locations.