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Horse racing returns to PA and it's a welcome sight

And They’re Off! Horse Fans Welcome PA Live Racing Back To Penn National And Beyond

Thoroughbred racing returned to Penn National Race Course in PA on Friday, and racing fans and horse owners alike welcomed the sight. Read More

Posted on: June 22, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

PA racing returns but Presque Isle appears to be last

Thoroughbred Racing Returns To Penn National, But Presque Isle Stuck In The Gate

June 19 marks the return of thoroughbred racing to Pennsylvania with the reopening of Penn National Race Course, but Presque Isle's plans remain in limbo. Read More

Posted on: June 18, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

Giddy Up! PA Horse Tracks Green-Lit To Resume Racing By State Health Department

Pennsylvania horse tracks are officially allowed to resume racing with safety protocols in place, and the first reopening may be as soon as June 15. Read More

Posted on: June 11, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

PA horse racing still awaiting safety protocol approval

And They’re Off, Well, Nearly: Horse Racing In PA Awaits Approved Safety Protocols

Pennsylvania horse racing cannot resttart without approved safety protocols from the PA Department of Health, which they hope to have soon. Read More

Posted on: June 4, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

PA gaming revenue tumbles further in April

PA Gaming Review: Revenue Tumbles In April As Casinos, Horse Tracks Remain Shuttered

This week in PA gaming, revenue numbers for April expose the financial toll closures are having on the industry, as casinos and tracks await a green light. Read More

Posted on: May 20, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

PA horse industry taking business to Maryland

Spooked By Wolf, PA Horse Breeders Look To Maryland For A Stable Environment

Governor Wolf is forcing the hand of many in the PA horse industry, who are looking to move a big chunk of the state's agricultural economy to Maryland. Read More

Posted on: March 11, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

Horse industry and Wolf administration not on same page

Blinkers On: Wolf Administration & Horse Racing Industry Not Seeing Eye To Eye

Details are still scant regarding Governor Wolf's proposed scholarship plan, and the potential effects of using the state's horse trust fund to back it. Read More

Posted on: March 9, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

Gov Wolf has hurdles ahead to reverse horse trust fund provision

What’s In A Trust? Hurdles Ahead For Gov. Wolf’s Plan To ‘Repurpose’ Horse Fund

The irony of Governor Wolf's proposal to shift horse industry monies to a scholarship program is that he signed off on the provision protecting the funds. Read More

Posted on: February 29, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

DraftKings sportsbook growing fast in PA

PA Gaming Review: DraftKings & FanDuel Grab Headlines, Horse Fund Woes Continue

This week in PA, DraftKings and FanDuel continue to grow in strength; Gov. Wolf continues his quest to reallocate horse industry funds for scholarships. Read More

Posted on: February 27, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

Governor Wolf Touts PA Scholarship Plan, Less Talk On Backing With Horse Fund

As Governor Wolf's scholarship proposal gains support in the Commonwealth, the proposed source of funding via PA horse racing industry remains contested. Read More

Posted on: February 27, 2020 | | Kevin Shelly

PA horse racing

And They’re Off! Horse Fans Welcome PA Live Racing Back To Penn National And Beyond

Thoroughbred Racing Returns To Penn National, But Presque Isle Stuck In The Gate

Giddy Up! PA Horse Tracks Green-Lit To Resume Racing By State Health Department

And They’re Off, Well, Nearly: Horse Racing In PA Awaits Approved Safety Protocols

PA Gaming Review: Revenue Tumbles In April As Casinos, Horse Tracks Remain Shuttered

Spooked By Wolf, PA Horse Breeders Look To Maryland For A Stable Environment

Blinkers On: Wolf Administration & Horse Racing Industry Not Seeing Eye To Eye

What’s In A Trust? Hurdles Ahead For Gov. Wolf’s Plan To ‘Repurpose’ Horse Fund

PA Gaming Review: DraftKings & FanDuel Grab Headlines, Horse Fund Woes Continue

Governor Wolf Touts PA Scholarship Plan, Less Talk On Backing With Horse Fund

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Mega Millions Winning Numbers For July 10, Estimated Jackpot Increases To $83 Million

“It Will Be a Sacrifice to These Players”: PA Doctor Talks Possible Return of Pro Sports

Looking to Join the PA Online Poker Party: partypoker Nearing Regulatory Approval

It’s Bounty Time! PokerStars PA Bounty Builder Series Returns With $1.5M GTD