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Judge Rules D.A. Overstepped in Pace-O-Matic Gaming Machines Case

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The ruling ended a case between Pace-O-Matic and the Attorney General of Monroe County District Attorney, E. David Christine Jr., that began in October 2021 with the seizure of 13 skill gaming machines and over $36,000 for two local gas stations.
02/15/2023
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DraftKings, FanDuel Set 2024 Super Bowl Odds for Eagles and Steelers

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The NFL’s two Pennsylvania teams, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, find themselves at opposite ends of the odds board with the Eagles listed among the top teams in the NFC, while the Steelers are considered longshots to make an appearance in the NFL’s final game of the season.
02/14/2023
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National Council on Problem Gambling Gives Pennsylvania Passing Regulations Grade

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Pennsylvania’s iGaming market opened in June 2019. The NCPG report shows state regulators have successfully prevented problem gambling on a wide scale by implementing guidelines that help players receive all the information they need before making a wager.
02/10/2023
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Philadelphia Eagles Betting Favorite Against Familiar Foe in NFC Divisional Playoff

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The sportsbooks changed course as the spread swung into Philadelphia’s favor, eventually settling on the Eagles over the Chiefs by 1.5 points in Super Bowl LVII.
02/09/2023
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Legislators Debate Forcing Smoke-Free Pennsylvania Casinos

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With a recent study showing that only 14% of Pennsylvania adults smoke tobacco regularly, Rep. Frankel reintroduced his legislative measure to repeal the exemption and ban smoking from all gaming locations.
02/06/2023
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With Eagles in Super Bowl, Pennsylvania’s Sportsbooks Prepare for Surge in Wagering

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Sports betting experts suggest this year’s Super Bowl could top over $80 million in total handle due to the Eagles’ appearance in the big game.
02/03/2023
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With Fanatics’ ParxBet Takeover on Horizon, Parx Casino Extends Their Pennsylvania Gaming Reach

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Parx Casino's expansion in the Pennsylvania gaming market took a significant step forward as the company announced the opening of a new casino and the approval to build a new hotel at their Bensalem location.
02/02/2023
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Pennsylvania Rep. Looking for Co-Sponsors with Bill to Legalize eSports Wagering

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With eSports betting stuck in legal limbo in the state of Pennsylvania, Rep. Ed Neilson is hoping to recruit a few co-sponsors to push his bill legalizing wagers on the electronic games over the finish line.
02/01/2023
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Fanatics Signs Letter of Intent to Purchase BetParx Sportsbook

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By signing a letter of intent, Fanatics has entered negotiations with Greenwood Gaming & Entertainment, the parent company of Parx Casino, to purchase their BetParx online sportsbook app.
01/26/2023
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Pennsylvania Sportsbooks Place Eagles as 2.5-point favorites over visiting Niners

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With Hurts under center, the Eagles have been virtually unbeatable in 2022, posting a 14-1 record this season. As home favorites, Philadelphia has covered the spread in seven of ten contests.
01/25/2023
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