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Nathan Klein Named Full-Time Race Caller at Penn National at 21

Nathan Klein became North America's youngest full-time race caller at 21, taking over June 3 as track announcer at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course.

Posted on: July 31, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Parx Casino held second position among America’s luckiest casino resorts

Parx Casino Ranks No. 2 in Review-Based List of America’s Luckiest Casinos

A new Casinos.com study ranked Seminole Hard Rock Tampa No. 1 for luck, with Parx Casino close behind at No. 2 among 108 casino resorts reviewed nationwide.

Posted on: July 30, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Captain Optimistic rallied from off the pace to win a $16,000

Captain Optimistic Rallies to Win Harrah’s Philadelphia Feature in 1:49.2

Captain Optimistic came from off the pace to win Harrah’s Philadelphia’s $16,000 fast-class handicap pace, while Taranaki and Toby Or Not Toby also scored on the card.

Posted on: July 29, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Musikfest 2026 happening in Bethlehem with 11 ticketed Wind Creek Steel Stage concerts and 15 free stages

Musikfest 2026 Brings 11 Ticketed Wind Creek Steel Stage Shows to Bethlehem

Musikfest 2026 brings more than 400 performers to Bethlehem, across 16 total stages, with 15 free and one ticketed stage at Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza.

Posted on: July 29, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Parx Casino remained Pennsylvania's top earner in June as same-store casino revenue fell 7.5% statewide

Parx Casino Leads Pennsylvania in June; Statewide Same-Store Casino Revenue Falls 7.5%

Parx Casino remained Pennsylvania’s top-performing casino in June with $44.5 million in revenue, but the broader market was softer, with same-store grosses down 7.5% statewide after excluding newly opened Happy Valley Casino.

Posted on: July 24, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Adios Day at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows brings $100,000+ in guaranteed pools

Hollywood Casino at The Meadows to Offer $100K-Plus in Guaranteed Pools on Adios Day

Hollywood Casino at The Meadows will put up $100,000-plus in guaranteed wagering pools for its Saturday, July 25, Adios Day card, led by a $420,000 stakes race.

Posted on: July 24, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Comedian and radio host Rickey Smiley performs at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Aug. 20

Rickey Smiley to Perform at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Aug. 20

A 2026 Radio Hall of Fame inductee is coming to Fishtown. Rickey Smiley plays Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Aug. 20 at 8 p.m.

Posted on: July 23, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Ruthless Hanover tops $1 million with Harrah's Philly win

Ruthless Hanover Wins Harrah’s Philadelphia Feature, Tops $1 Million in Career Earnings

The Somebeachsomewhere gelding Ruthless Hanover cleared $1 million in career earnings with his 1:49.4 victory at Harrah's Philadelphia for Team Cancelliere.

Posted on: July 23, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team

Thursday brings the final Star-Spangled Happy Hour of the summer to Parx Racing

Parx Racing to host Star-Spangled Happy Hour on July 23 in Bensalem

Parx Racing in Bensalem wraps its four-week Star-Spangled Happy Hour run Thursday, with country music, drink specials, and two 92.5 XTU radio personalities.

Posted on: July 23, 2026 | | PlayPennsylvania News Team