Kevin Shelly, Author at Play Pennsylvania

PA Lottery Reports Record $1.3 Billion Year Fueled by Scratch-Offs, Draw Games, Online Growth

A record $1.3 billion revenue year for the PA lottery in 2020/21 was helped by scratch-offs and draw games plus online sales increase.

Posted on: August 4, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

PA Pony Roundup: Suspended Trainer Back on Track for Now, Late Mobster Fixed Races in PA

The PA horse racing commission suspended a Presque Isle Downs trainer but she has already returned. No plans for fixed-odds betting in PA.

Posted on: August 4, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Happy Two Years, PA Online Casinos: Recounting Slow Start and Rocket Ride to No. 2 US Market

Two years into the PA online casino industry: 17 iGaming options, $470 million in taxes, and a natural symbiosis between retail and online.

Posted on: August 2, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Chairman Barasch Retires From PGCB, Gov. Wolf Appoints Smyler to Role

Gov. Wolf appointed Denise J. Smyler the chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) after David Barasch retired.

Posted on: July 16, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Powerball Adds Monday Drawing and New Double Play Feature

Powerball adds Monday drawing upping total to three times a week. Double Play feature gives players second chance to win for an extra dollar.

Posted on: July 15, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

$PENN Makes Forbes ‘Most Dangerous Stocks’ List, But PNG Rep Assures Shareholder Value Intact

An analyst at Forbes categorized $PENN stock as way overvalued; Penn National investor relations rep defends the company's strong position.

Posted on: July 14, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Ready for Its Summer Star Turn: Hollywood Casino York Announces Opening Date and More Details

Hollywood Casino York announced it is opening on August 12 and gave more details about Pennsylvania's newest mini-casino.

Posted on: July 12, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

DraftKings, Rush Street, and PENN Gambling Stocks Cool Down But Look to Shine Again

PA gambling stocks Penn National, DraftKings, and Rush Street Interactive are hoping for a renewed pump with Q2 reports.

Posted on: July 7, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Citing Increased Competition and Decreased Revenue, Harrah’s Philadelphia Approved to Remove 563 Slots

Surrounded by more gambling competition in Greater Philadelphia, Harrah's Casino reduces number of slots to improve guest experience.

Posted on: July 7, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Why Did The Chickie’s Cross The County? To Open An OTB

The old OTB model in PA will shift to a sports bar betting scene, starting with Oaks moving to Chickie's and Pete's in Chester County.

Posted on: July 2, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

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PA Lottery Reports Record $1.3 Billion Year Fueled by Scratch-Offs, Draw Games, Online Growth

PA Pony Roundup: Suspended Trainer Back on Track for Now, Late Mobster Fixed Races in PA

Happy Two Years, PA Online Casinos: Recounting Slow Start and Rocket Ride to No. 2 US Market

Chairman Barasch Retires From PGCB, Gov. Wolf Appoints Smyler to Role

Powerball Adds Monday Drawing and New Double Play Feature

$PENN Makes Forbes ‘Most Dangerous Stocks’ List, But PNG Rep Assures Shareholder Value Intact

Ready for Its Summer Star Turn: Hollywood Casino York Announces Opening Date and More Details

DraftKings, Rush Street, and PENN Gambling Stocks Cool Down But Look to Shine Again

Citing Increased Competition and Decreased Revenue, Harrah’s Philadelphia Approved to Remove 563 Slots

Why Did The Chickie’s Cross The County? To Open An OTB

Unattended Children Incidents At PA Casinos Decreasing For Second Straight Year

As FanDuel Declines To Add Surcharge, DraftKings Reverses Course

Gov. Josh Shapiro s Skill Games Taxation To Mass Transit Systems

DraftKings Slapping Surcharge On Pennsylvania Sports Bettors’ Winnings

Bally’s Hints ‘First Half Of 2025’ Construction Plans For State College Casino