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Most Successful Blackjack Player in 2011
An overview of the achievements of the number one blackjack player of 2011: Don Johnson. Read about the amount of money Don won and how casinos reacted to his big wins. - January 27, 2012 - Ace Ten
LowRiskWinner.com Reveals Exclusive Bonus with Live Casino CastleCasino.com
LowRiskWinner.com, has today revealed an exclusive bonus partnership with leading live casino CastleCasino.com, allowing players the chance to claim up to £150 free when they join CastleCasino.com through their website. - January 19, 2012 - Castle Entertainment Limited
Aiding Reservations Too Remote to Reach
National Relief Charities (NRC) is issuing a call for aid to cover the cost of transporting goods to tribal programs located on remote reservations in 12 states. - January 16, 2012 - National Relief Charities
Ji Hong Oh Named Chief Technology Officer at BubbleProtection
Bubble Protection.com, the world leader in online poker tournament entry fee protection and indemnity, today announced the hiring of Ji Hong Oh as Chief Technology Officer. Oh will be involved in the expansion and development of the Bubble Protection proprietary technology, as well as spearhead the... - January 16, 2012 - BubbleProtection.com
888 Poker Partners with Global Gaming Events for Second Set of Events
Over $3,000 in Guaranteed Cash and Prizes Must be Won - January 14, 2012 - Global Gaming Events
All Slots Launches a New Game: The Grand Journey
Learn about The Grand Journey, a new slots game coming to All Slots Casino that is truly extraordinary. Join the journey with The Grand Journey today. - January 13, 2012 - All Slots Casino
Casino La Vida Welcomes Its First New Games of 2012
Top online casino enters the New Year with two new games from Microgaming, namely The Grand Journey and Megaspin Break da Bank Again. - January 12, 2012 - Casino La Vida
Global Gaming Events Kicks Off 2012 with “Win Your Way To $200k”
Party Poker Partnership Adds Thousand of Dollars - January 11, 2012 - Global Gaming Events
WageWatch Releases Its 2012 Lodging Industry Wage Forecast
U.S. Leisure Employees should receive a nice pay increase in 2012. - January 10, 2012 - WageWatch, Inc.
BubbleProtection.com Completes Financing Through Private Placement Offering
BubbleProtection.com, a trusted provider of protection and indemnity products designed for the online poker player, announces the completion and full subscription of a non-brokered capital raise in excess of one million dollars through a private placement offering. Bubble Protection which... - January 10, 2012 - BubbleProtection.com
Red Flush Online Casino Expecting New Games from Microgaming
The Grand Journey and Megaspin Break da Bank Again to launch at Red Flush Online Casino next week. - January 06, 2012 - Red Flush Online Casino
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Announces "Winter Weekend Of Poker"
Presque Isle Downs and Casino is sponsoring a Winter Weekend of Poker January 13th through January 16th, 2012. There will be a total of four events during that time period. - January 05, 2012 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Announces $4500 Free Roll Invitational
Presque Isle Downs and Casino will host a $4500 Invitation Only Free Roll on Sunday, January 29th at 11:30 am in the casino poker room. A player receives an invitation to the event by playing a minimum of 20 hours in cash games January 1st through 11:59 on January 21st, 2012. Registration opens January 22nd at 10 am and will remain open until the first 90 participants fill the event. - January 05, 2012 - MTR
Seasons Winnings in Final Week and Feeling Festive
“42 days of festive giveaways” promotion hosted by Red Flush Online Casino and Casino La Vida enters final week of festivities. - January 02, 2012 - Red Flush Online Casino
Celtic Casino Offers New 11 New 3D Slot Games
Celtic Casino is the leading live dealer casino that provides premium live dealer games that feature real dealers in a sophisticated studio environment. Recently Celtic Casino has released 11 innovative rendered 3D online slot games. - December 31, 2011 - CelticCasino.com
Poker Legend Moneymaker & Cleveland Radio Icon Rizzo Play in Presque Isle Downs and Casino’s 15K Tourney
Presque Isle Downs and Casino’s Poker Ambassador Chris Moneymaker and WKNR AM 850 Radio Host Tony Rizzo played in the casino’s $15,750 Multi-Table Tournament Main Event on Wednesday, December 14th. - December 31, 2011 - MTR
Castle Casino Launches 3D Casino Games with Sheriff Gaming
Leading online live casino CastleCasino.com has today announced the launch of 11 new 3D games designed by Sheriff Gaming, this adds to their current casino suite of over 65 live and RNG casino games. The games, created by the reputable Sheriff Gaming, provide players the opportunity to play slots... - December 31, 2011 - Castle Entertainment Limited
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Collects a Record 31,292 Lbs of Food for Charity
Presque Isle Downs & Casino collected a record 32,292 lbs of food for those less fortunate through the Second Harvest Food Bank this year. The previous record was 24,000 lbs. The casino employees donated a total of 3365 lbs of food and the casino’s customers contributed 27,927... - December 31, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Announces $53,675.50 Bad Beat Jackpot Winners
Two men recently split the Bad Beat Jackpot at Presque Isle Downs and Casino for a total pot of $53,675.50. Joseph Carlis of Erie, PA, won $26,836.75 and Edward Felden of Eastlake, Ohio, won $13,418.88 in a 1-2 No Limit Hold’em Game. A bad beat jackpot is a prize that is paid when a... - December 31, 2011 - MTR
One Hundred Sands, Ltd Accepts Exclusive Gaming License from Fiji Government
In a partnership designed to fuel tourism, job growth, and expand the Fiji brand, the Fijian government has decided to issue an exclusive gaming license to One Hundred Sands Limited. - December 22, 2011 - One Hundred Sands, LTD
DOW Networks Experiences 320% Growth in Second Half of 2011
DOW Networks celebrated its 10th year anniversary in 2011 but the party really kicked into high gear in Q3 and Q4. Since May, the company has seen a 320% increase in managed numbers. DOW offers Call Center VoIP Solutions, Hosted PBX, International Toll Free Numbers and other telephony services to businesses around the globe. - December 21, 2011 - AVOXI
MTR Gaming Group Files for Ohio Gaming License
MTR Gaming Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MNTG) today announced that it has officially submitted its application with the Ohio Lottery Commission for a license to operate video lottery terminals ("VLTs") at its Scioto Downs racetrack. - December 21, 2011 - MTR
Castle Affiliates Set to Attend London Affiliate Conference
Castle Affiliates, the dedicated affiliate program for renowned live casino CastleCasino.com has today announced they will be attending the London Affiliate Conference in January. Representatives from the program will be meeting both current affiliates who promote their live casino offering, as... - December 21, 2011 - Castle Entertainment Limited
Free Online Poker Site NoPayPOKER.com to Celebrate 5th Birthday with 25,000 FreeD Bounty Freeroll
To celebrate their 5th birthday, leading free online poker site, NoPayPOKER.com are running a $25,000 FreeD bounty freeroll game on December 27th. - December 18, 2011 - NoPayPOKER.com
Global Gaming Events Announces $5,000 Slot Freeroll
Partnership with Casino Titan Offers All Players a Shot at Winning - December 11, 2011 - Global Gaming Events
Immortal Romance Arrives at Red Flush Online Casino
Months of anticipation end as Red Flush Online Casino welcomes the biggest video slot of the year. - December 07, 2011 - Red Flush Online Casino
Intelaplay Launches a Best-In-Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 06, 2011 - Intelaplay
MTR Gaming Group Announces Corporate Appointments
MTR Gaming Group Inc. (NasdaqGS: MNTG) today announced the appointment of two key executives to their corporate team. - December 06, 2011 - MTR
How Card Counting and Technology Affected Blackjack by Ace Ten
Analysts of number one blackjack site Ace Ten have examined the history of blackjack and came to the conclusion that both technology as well as card counting had a big impact on the way the game is played. A summary of the full report follows below. In the early 50’s of last century, most... - December 05, 2011 - Ace Ten
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is the New Gateway to Greatness?
At the prestigious Churchill Downs, Wise Dan galloped to his first Grade I victory Nov. 25. The gelding, who was the winner of the Presque Isle Mile in September 2011, overcame Mission Impazible in the final furlong to capture the $500,000 Clark Handicap by 3 3/4 lengths. The event attracted... - December 03, 2011 - MTR
Poker Legend Moneymaker Returning to Presque Isle Downs and Casino
Presque Isle Downs and Casino’s recently appointed Poker Ambassador Chris Moneymaker is set to return to the casino December 14 and 15, 2011. Moneymaker will be participating in a $15,750 Multi-Table Tournament Main Event on Wednesday, December 14th at 7p.m., and a $5,000 Cash Game on... - December 01, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Sponsors Fins and Photo Contest
Lake Erie Ultimate Angler and Presque Isle Downs & Casino are sponsoring a photo and video fishing contest featuring cash and prizes totaling $1750, guided fishing tours, Orvis Fly Fishing equipment and an oil painting reproduction of the winning photo. Each contestant will also receive $10 in... - December 01, 2011 - MTR
Calida Gaming & 888 Casino Join to Offer Exclusive Deals
Calida Gaming announces it's partnership with 888 Casino has developed an exclusive deal for it's players doubling the bonus that is currently on offer with 888 Casino. Also announced today is a special free cash deal with another of the Calida Gaming partners Winner Casino. - November 30, 2011 - Calida gaming
Global Gaming Events Announces $6,000 in Slot Freeroll Prizes
Partnership with Casino Titan Offers All Players a Shot at Winning. - November 30, 2011 - Global Gaming Events
Seasons Winnings, Hosted by Red Flush and Casino La Vida, Gets Underway
Red Flush and Casino La Vida celebrate the Holiday Season with the start of Seasons Winnings. - November 29, 2011 - Red Flush Online Casino
Roulette.co.uk Announces an Exclusive Partnership with CastleCasino.com
Roulette.co.uk, one of the internet’s leading online roulette portals, has today announced an exclusive promotion with prominent live casino CastleCasino.com, enabling players to get a £200 bonus when they register directly through their website. - November 26, 2011 - Castle Entertainment Limited
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Sponsoring $17,200 "Bowling or Bocce" Tourney
Presque Isle Downs and Casino is sponsoring a $17,200 Bocce or Bowling Tournament at Freeway Lanes in Wickliffe on Dec. 10 and 11. - November 25, 2011 - MTR
Seasons Winnings Returns to Red Flush and Casino La Vida
Top Microgaming casinos, Red Flush and Casino La Vida, announce the return of Seasons Winnings – a festive promotion that invites players to celebrate the Holiday Season with 42 days of Festive Giveaways. - November 25, 2011 - Red Flush Online Casino
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Sponsoring "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is sponsoring the "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament Dec. 4th, at 1:30 p.m. in benefit of the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. The tournament features a $75 buy-in and each participant who brings in an unwrapped toy will receive an additional 500 chips... - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Hosting 2nd Annual Asian Karaoke Contest
Presque Isle Downs and Casino will be hosting its 2nd Annual Asian Karaoke Contest on Nov. 27 at 3 p.m. in the Downs Clubhouse & Lounge located on the second floor. Thirty contestants will belt it out for a chance to win $5000 in first place monies. Second place will receive $1000 and third... - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is Sponsoring a Food Drive for Those Less Fortunate
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is sponsoring a food drive for those less fortunate through the Second Harvest Food Bank. - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Multi-Tab Lobby Arrives at Red Flush Online Casino
Top internet casino ready to launch multi-tab lobby later this week. - November 23, 2011 - Red Flush Online Casino
BubbleProtection.com Revolutionizes Online Poker by Protecting Players
The Bubble is Now 10% of the Field, with Instant Verification and Player Payment. Bubble Protection, a Las Vegas company that offers online poker players the opportunity to insure their tournament entry fees against being lost, “On the Bubble” is now live at http://www.BubbleProtection. - November 17, 2011 - BubbleProtection.com
Live Casino CastleCasino.com Announce Facebook and Twitter Bonus
CastleCasino.com, one of the internet’s leading live casinos, has announced the launch of a £5 no-deposit bonus for players who like their Facebook page of follow them on Twitter. As well as the initial £5 no-deposit bonus CastleCasino.com is offering players the chance to win... - November 17, 2011 - Castle Entertainment Limited
Playground Poker Welcomes Guy Carbonneau to the Players Club
Playground Poker Club, Canada’s premier poker destination is pleased to announce the launch of their exclusive Players Club, a collection of the most illustrious names in the world of sports and poker featuring former NHL great Guy Carbonneau and others. Playground Poker Club continues to... - November 17, 2011 - Playground Poker
Free Online Poker Site NoPayPOKER.com Launch Common Sense Beginners Poker Lesson Series
USA legal free online poker tournament site, NoPayPOKER.com, have announced a new, pro online player written series of free poker lessons for beginners to online poker games. - November 10, 2011 - NoPayPOKER.com
WageWatch Releases Its 2011 Compensation Report for the Gaming Industry
WageWatch just completed this year’s survey of actual wages of Nevada gaming markets, and the results for 2011 are drastically weaker than what was forecasted late last year for 2011. - November 09, 2011 - WageWatch, Inc.
Right Casino Media Launches Fresh Live Roulette Portal
Leading online casino portal operator Right Casino Media limited have announced the launch of their latest casino review and guide website, liveroulette.org. The new site has been built around the new casino game phenomenon live roulette, made popular by late night stints on prime time television. - November 09, 2011 - Right Casino Media
Avazoo Delays Launch of Billion Dollar Raffle
Avazoo Corp has announced a delay in their launch of the Billion Dollar Raffle until January as part of their commitment to promoting responsible gambling. - November 09, 2011 - Avazoo Corp
Beliveau, Cournoyer, Richard, and Others to Appear at Playground Poker Club
Playground Poker Club is hosting a tournament event on December 4th 2011 that will feature the star power of many NHL legends including Henri Richard, Jean Beliveau, Yvan Cournoyer and many more. - November 09, 2011 - Playground Poker