Gambling

The Stars Group Launches ‘Stars £100 Million Challenge’ World Cup Promotion

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Poker, Gambling, The Stars Group, Asia Pacific Poker Tour, European Poker Tour, North American Poker Tour, PokerStars, UK and Ireland Poker Tour

The Stars Group today announced the launch of the Stars 100 Million Challenge, a free-to-enter World Cup promotion across PokerStars, BetStars and PokerStars Casino which if awarded will be one of the largest prizes in sports betting history.

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  • The Stars Group today announced the launch of the Stars 100 Million Challenge, a free-to-enter World Cup promotion across PokerStars, BetStars and PokerStars Casino which if awarded will be one of the largest prizes in sports betting history.
  • First entry into the Stars 100 Million Challenge is free and will close the day before the opening World Cup match between Russia and Saudi Arabia.
  • "The Stars 100 Million Challenge will also allow us to become part of the enormous global betting interest in the World Cup and will make The Stars Group the place to be while watching the action this summer."
  • The Stars 100 Million Challenge is The Stars Group's first official cross-vertical, multi-market promotion, encompassing PokerStars, BetStars and PokerStars Casino.

Thunder Valley Casino Resort is First in California to Introduce Interblock® Dealer Assisted Baccarat and Blackjack Stadium to Casino Floor

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Gambling, Entertainment, Gaming, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Baccarat, Casino, Blackjack

LINCOLN, Calif., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thunder Valley Casino Resort is proud to announce that it is first in California to introduce Interblock's Dealer Assisted Baccarat and Blackjack Stadium to its casino floor.

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  • LINCOLN, Calif., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thunder Valley Casino Resort is proud to announce that it is first in California to introduce Interblock's Dealer Assisted Baccarat and Blackjack Stadium to its casino floor.
  • Thunder Valley's customized gaming space is composed of 16 play stations, two high-definition LCD display screens and two dealer assisted tables that deliver Baccarat and Multi-hand Blackjack.
  • "Thunder Valley is thrilled to be the first property in California to provide guests with a Dealer Assisted Baccarat and Blackjack Stadium," said Dawn Clayton, General Manager of Thunder Valley Casino Resort.
  • Thunder Valley Casino Resort has been in the elite ranks of AAA Four Diamond award-winning resort destinations since 2011.

PA Lottery Scratch-Offs Winners Claim Over $173 Million in April

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Gambling, Lottery, Scratchcard, Louisiana Lottery Corporation

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Offs winners claimed $173,846,649 in prizes during April, including three top prizes of $1 million.

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  • MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Offs winners claimed $173,846,649 in prizes during April, including three top prizes of $1 million.
  • Scratch-Offs currently offer prizes ranging from a free ticket to $3 million.
  • Before playing any game, players should read and understand the rules, prizes remaining and specific chances of winning found at palottery.com.
  • About Us: The Pennsylvania Lottery remains the only state lottery to direct all proceeds to programs that benefit older residents.

Cash 5 Jackpot of $400,000 Split in Huntingdon, York Counties

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Gambling, United States, Gambling in Pennsylvania, Government of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Lottery, Jackpot, Lotteries, Lottery jackpot records, Mega Millions

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Two winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 tickets sold in Huntingdon and York counties split a $400,000 jackpot from the Monday, May 1, drawing.

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  • MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Two winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 tickets sold in Huntingdon and York counties split a $400,000 jackpot from the Monday, May 1, drawing.
  • More than 33,400 other Cash 5 tickets won prizes of various amounts in the drawing.
  • The chances of winning the jackpot prize are 1-in-962,598 and the overall chances of winning any prize are about 1-in-10.5.
  • Visit palottery.com for winning numbers, rules, chances of winning, and to join the VIP Players Club for second chances to win.

Pennsylvania Slot Machine Revenue Up 0.2% in April

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Gambling in Pennsylvania, Gambling in the United States, Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, Gaming control board, Gambling, Government

The average number of slot machines operating throughout Pennsylvania was 25,841 in April 2018 compared to 26,155 in April 2017.

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  • The average number of slot machines operating throughout Pennsylvania was 25,841 in April 2018 compared to 26,155 in April 2017.
  • About the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board:
    The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is tasked to oversee all aspects of the state's casino industry, along with oversight of new gaming initiatives created through amendments to the Race Horse Development and Gaming Act recently approved by the signing of Act 42 of 2017.
  • The Commonwealth's casino industry currently consists of 10 stand-alone and racetrack casinos in operation, along with the two smaller resort casinos.These facilities collectively employ 17,000 people and annually generate approximately $1.4 billion in tax revenue from slot machine and table games play.
  • The largest portion of that money is used for property tax reduction to all Pennsylvania homeowners.

The Stars Group Announces First Quarter 2018 Earnings Release Conference Call and Webcast Details

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Entertainment, The Stars Group, Conference call, Electronic Arts, Gaming, Gambling

TORONTO, May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - The Stars Group Inc. (Nasdaq: TSG; TSX: TSGI) today announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018 prior to the start of trading on Thursday, May 10, 2018, and will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m.

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  • TORONTO, May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - The Stars Group Inc. (Nasdaq: TSG; TSX: TSGI) today announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018 prior to the start of trading on Thursday, May 10, 2018, and will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m.
  • To access via tele-conference, please dial 1-877-451-6152 or 1-201-389-0879 ten minutes prior to the scheduled start of the call.
  • To access the webcast please use the following link: http://public.viavid.com/index.php?id=129256
    The Stars Group is a leading provider of technology-based products and services in the global gaming and interactive entertainment industries.
  • The Stars Group, through certain of these and other brands, also offers non-poker gaming products, including casino and sportsbook.

The Stars Group Brands Announce Biggest Prize in Online Sports Betting With Stars £100 Million Challenge

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Cricket, Poker, Gambling, The Stars Group, Asia Pacific Poker Tour, European Poker Tour, North American Poker Tour, PokerStars, UK and Ireland Poker Tour, Andrew Flintoff

The Stars Group, through its flagship PokerStars, BetStars and PokerStars Casino brands, today announced the biggest prize in online sports betting.

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  • The Stars Group, through its flagship PokerStars, BetStars and PokerStars Casino brands, today announced the biggest prize in online sports betting.
  • The launch of the Stars 100 Million Challenge puts customers just 64 correct selections away from a life-changing 100 million prize during the World Cup.
  • The Stars 100 Million Challenge will also introduce The Stars Group's first multi-brand ambassador, former cricket star and popular TV presenter Freddie Flintoff.
  • The Stars Group flagship brand PokerStars will be running special $1 million Spin & Goal tournaments which offer a $1 million top prize.

Pay per Head Software Maker to Offer Free Trials of Improved Web Platform Ahead of Russia World Cup

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Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Film, English-language films, Accountants, Bookmaker, Bookies, Gambling, Entertainment

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Sports Per Head , the online bookie software maker, is offering free trials on its flexible and scalable wagering platform ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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  • SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Sports Per Head , the online bookie software maker, is offering free trials on its flexible and scalable wagering platform ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
  • The web-based platform is developed for bookies by gambling industry professionals with the goal of providingseamless solutions for both bookies and their clients.
  • The software supports a high volume of players and their wagers using a "sports per head" system, more commonlyknown as pay per head .
  • The service's capabilities have expanded to fully-support this summer's action of the pro basketball playoffs and the World Cup.

Churchill Springs Casino In Fallon, Nevada Chooses CasinoTrac Management System

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Monday, April 30, 2018
Casino, Gambling

MINNETONKA, Minn., April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Churchill Springs Casino in Fallon, Nevada has agreed to replace their existing casino management system with Table Trac, Inc.'s CasinoTrac system.

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  • MINNETONKA, Minn., April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Churchill Springs Casino in Fallon, Nevada has agreed to replace their existing casino management system with Table Trac, Inc.'s CasinoTrac system.
  • Churchill Springs Casino is located at 2015 West Williams Avenue in Fallon, Nevada.
  • The site features your favorite slot machines and amazing customer service at Churchill Springs Casino.
  • "Table Trac has done what they promised and held true to their commitments," said Jim Dunn, general manager at Churchill Springs Casino.

PA Lottery Fast Play Prize of Over $126,000 Won in Philadelphia

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Monday, April 30, 2018
Gambling, Lottery, Entertainment, Virginia Lottery, Louisiana Lottery Corporation

The holder of a top-prize winning Fast Play ticket should immediately sign the back of the ticket, call the Lottery at 717-702-8146 and file a claim at the nearest Lottery office.

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  • The holder of a top-prize winning Fast Play ticket should immediately sign the back of the ticket, call the Lottery at 717-702-8146 and file a claim at the nearest Lottery office.
  • Last fiscal year, Lottery players in Philadelphia County won more than $326.6 million and programs that benefit older residents received more than $268.9 million in Lottery funds.
  • About Fast Play: Fast Play games offer the chance to instantly win prizes without scratching the ticket or waiting for a drawing.
  • Some Fast Play games offer a progressive top prize that grows until it is won, then immediately resets and starts growing again.