Help is Near: Problem Gambling Resources Focus of PGCB March Campaign
March is Problem Gambling Awareness month and the PGCB is making sure to get the word out about the many resources available in PA. Read More
Posted on: February 26, 2021 |
Door Closes, Window Opens: Former State House Leader Scores Spot on PA Gaming Control Board
Former PA House of Representatives minority leader Frank Dermody got a salary increase to go with his new post on PA Gaming Control Board. Read More
Posted on: January 29, 2021 |
Free Slot Play Violations and a Money Laundering Conspiracy Lead to Fines for Two PA Casinos
The PGCB levied fines of $90,000 on Mount Airy Casino and $45,000 on Rivers Philadelphia for employees handing out unauhorized free slot play. Read More
Posted on: October 30, 2020 |
PA Casino Jobs Plummet by 41% in 2019-20, PGCB Gaming Diversity Report Shows
The 2019/20 Gaming Diversity Report shows 6,834 fewer PA casino jobs year-over-year, but gaming construction projects contributed to local economies. Read More
Posted on: October 5, 2020 |
PA Mini-Casino Heading to College Township: $10 Million Bid from Ira Lubert Approved
The PGCB revealed Wednesday that winning mini-casino bidder Ira Lubert intends to build near Penn State University in Central PA. Read More
Posted on: September 2, 2020 |
Could Esports Betting Soon Be A Reality In The US? Not In PA, Sources Say
Esports are a growing craze in the US, and you may be able to place wagers on competitions soon. But PA gaming regulations currently prohibit it. Read More
Posted on: March 26, 2020 |
All PA Casinos Closed On PGCB Orders, Online Gambling Still Open For Business
The PGCB has ordered the temporary closure all 12 brick-and-mortar casinos in Pennsylvania, but the eight online casinos in the state are still a go. Read More
Posted on: March 17, 2020 |
PGCB Strengthens Support For Preventing And Treating Problem Gambling In PA
The PGCB has affirmed their commitment to preventing and treating problem gambling, launching a new website in PA ahead of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Read More
Posted on: February 28, 2020 |
PGCB Speaks Out Against PA Skill Games, Joins Case Against POM
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has come forward against so-called PA skill games and their maker Pace-O-Matic, joining a court case against them. Read More
Posted on: February 21, 2020 |