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State College PA site of final mini-casino license

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 | | Kevin Shelly

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 | | Kevin Shelly

Online casino options remain in PA during coronavirus closures

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 | | Katie Kohler

New website in PA offers additional support for problem gamblers

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 | | Katie Kohler

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 | | Kevin Shelly