J.R. Duren, Author at Play Pennsylvania

Next Up In The PGCB Paperwork Pile: Online Suppliers And Manufacturers

The process for launching online casinos and poker site in Pennsylvania is actually underway. Applications are now available for online manufacturers and suppliers.

Posted on: February 12, 2018 | | J.R. Duren

Unlike The Rest Of PA Gambling, These Mini Casinos Are Exceeding Expectations

While Pennsylvania casino revenue is stagnant, one thing generating way more money than anticipated are the satellite casino auctions.

Posted on: February 5, 2018 | | J.R. Duren

2017 Was A Record Year For Table Games In Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board released it's 2017 numbers. Table game revenue was up 4.4%, eclipsing $890 million for the first time in the state's history.

Posted on: January 30, 2018 | | J.R. Duren

Boyd Forging New Territory In PA With Casino Acquisition

Just days after buying four casinos in Penn National's acquisition of Pinnacle, Boyd Gaming announces it is buying Valley Forge Casino in Pennsylvania.

Posted on: December 26, 2017 | | J.R. Duren

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Penn National Has Quite A Bit To Say About The New Gaming Laws

In a new interview, a representative from Penn National discloses the company's frustrations with PA's new laws regarding gambling expansion.

Posted on: December 15, 2017 | | J.R. Duren

After PA Gambling Passed, RAWA Lawmakers Got All Riled Up Again

In a letter to the Dept. of Justice, senators Lindsey Graham & Dianne Feinstein asked for the banning of online gambling, citing PA's recent gambling law.

Posted on: December 13, 2017 | | J.R. Duren

After Valley Forge Casino Windfall, Montgomery Co. Says No To VGTs

This past week Montgomery County announced it will receive $1.7 million a year from Valley Forge Casino by virtue of changes to the state's gambling laws.

Posted on: November 21, 2017 | | J.R. Duren