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Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Reports January Sports Wagering Revenue
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board posted on its web site January’s Sports Wagering Report.
The report encompasses the full month returns from:
- Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course in Dauphin
- SugarHouse Casino in Philadelphia
- Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh
Partial month returns are from
- Parx Casino in Bucks County which began operations on Thursday, January 10, 2019;
- Parx South Philadelphia Turf Club in Philadelphia which began operations on Thursday, January 17, 2019; and,
- Harrah’s Philadelphia in Delaware County which began operations on Thursday, January 24, 2019.
The monthly report, which will include additional facilities as they launch sportsbooks, provides a breakdown of the total handle collected, gross revenue, and taxes paid to the Commonwealth.
Casino |
Handle |
Revenue |
Tax |
SugarHouse Casino |
$10,795,121 |
$103,523 |
$37,268 |
Rivers Casino |
$9,543,112 |
$853,316 |
$307,194 |
Parx Casino* |
$5,382,620 |
$1,170,348 |
$421,325 |
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course |
$4,817,151 |
$284,624 |
$102,465 |
Parx South Philadelphia Turf Club* |
$858,130 |
$91,835 |
$33,061 |
Harrah’s Philadelphia* |
$615,704 |
$103,569 |
$37,285 |
Statewide Total |
$32,011,839 |
$2,607,205 |
$938,597 |
*includes revenue generated during two-day test periods prior to commencing regular operations. |
Here is the breakdown of the tax revenue generated:
- State Tax (34% of adjusted gross revenue): $886,453
- Local Share Assessment (2% of adjusted gross revenue): $52,144
About the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board:
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is tasked to oversee all aspects of the state’s casino industry, including sports wagering offered currently at six locations. The oversight also includes other new gaming initiatives, expected to be launched in the coming months, which were created through Act 42 of 2017, an amendment to the Race Horse Development and Gaming Act.
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 nearly 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 Pennsylvania homeowners.
Additional information about both the PGCB’s gaming regulatory efforts and Pennsylvania’s gaming industry can be found at gamingcontrolboard.pa.gov. You can also follow the agency on Twitter by choosing @PAGamingControl.
Source: Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board
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Spinomenal makes US debut with New Jersey market entry
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
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Mechoopda Casino to Suspend Operations Effective January 31, 2025
The Mechoopda Indian Tribe has announced that the Mechoopda Economic Gaming Authority (MEGA) Board has made the decision to suspend operations at Mechoopda Casino. The final day of operations will be Friday, January 31, 2025.
The Mechoopda Casino says this decision comes after months of deliberation and efforts to address the various challenges affecting the casino’s operations.
Dennis Ramirez, Tribal Chairman of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, said: “Suspending operations at the Casino is a heart-wrenching decision that affects not only our Tribe but also our valued employees, customers, and the surrounding community. While this chapter is closing, our commitment to the Casino’s long-term vision remains steadfast. For over 25 years, this project has been a cornerstone of our economic development goals, and we will continue to work toward its future reopening.”
The Tribe is taking steps to support both its employees and community partners during this transition period:
Employee Support: The Tribe is committed to offering resources and guidance to assist team members through this difficult time.
Remaining Open Until January 31: The Casino will remain open through its final day of operation, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the remaining days of service.
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