Kevin Shelly, Author at Play Pennsylvania

Play It Safe: Live! Casino Philly Earns Forbes Health Security Seal of Approval, Patron Praise

The brand new Live! Casino Philadelphia is one of four PA hotels and ten casinos nationwide to get Sharecare Verified by Forbes Travel Guide.

Posted on: March 12, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

History of Penn National Gaming, Part 2: Mass Expansion to “Pinnacle” of Regional Gaming Despite Missteps

In Part 2 of our three-part history of Penn National Gaming, the PA gambling company aggressively expands but makes some key missteps.

Posted on: March 12, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

South Philly Phantom Of The Opera? A Story Of Peace And Healing In Veterans Stadium

"The Secret Apartment" tells the surreal tale of a Vietnam veteran who made his home inside Philadelphia's Veterans Stadium four decades ago.

Posted on: March 11, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Parx Sports Betting One Step Closer to Chickie’s And Pete’s, But Opposition Remains

A Philadelphia Zoning Board meeting brought promising news for Turf Club plans to move betting to Chickie's & Pete's, but obstacles remain.

Posted on: March 10, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

History of Penn National, Part One: Humble Beginnings Rooted in Wyomissing, PA & Horse Racing

Penn National Gaming is now a regional gambling giant, but few know the history dating back to a single rural PA thoroughbred track in 1972.

Posted on: March 3, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

New Petition Cautions Against South Philly Sportsbook in Kid-Friendly Restaurant

Parx is trying to gain approval to move Turf Club operations to a South Philly Chickie's & Pete's, but the civic association is fighting it.

Posted on: March 1, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Owners of Illegal 777 Casino in Berks County Strip Mall Charged

The owners of the 777 Casino that previously operated unregulated gambling devices in plain site in Berks County have been charged.

Posted on: February 27, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Help is Near: Problem Gambling Resources Focus of PGCB March Campaign

March is Problem Gambling Awareness month and the PGCB is making sure to get the word out about the many resources available in PA.

Posted on: February 26, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Presque Isle Downs Slashes Racing Days By 50%, Will Other PA Tracks Follow?

With slot revenue at Presque Isle Casino still devastated, the Erie, PA horse track is cutting its number of racing days in half.

Posted on: February 25, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

PA Lottery Sales On Record Pace For $5 Billion, But Skills Games Threat Lingers

The PA Lottery is headed for record annual sales, but executive director Drew Svitko thinks unregulated gaming devices are eroding profits.

Posted on: February 19, 2021 | Kevin Shelly

Kevin Shelly

Posts by Kevin Shelly:

Play It Safe: Live! Casino Philly Earns Forbes Health Security Seal of Approval, Patron Praise

History of Penn National Gaming, Part 2: Mass Expansion to “Pinnacle” of Regional Gaming Despite Missteps

South Philly Phantom Of The Opera? A Story Of Peace And Healing In Veterans Stadium

Parx Sports Betting One Step Closer to Chickie’s And Pete’s, But Opposition Remains

History of Penn National, Part One: Humble Beginnings Rooted in Wyomissing, PA & Horse Racing

New Petition Cautions Against South Philly Sportsbook in Kid-Friendly Restaurant

Owners of Illegal 777 Casino in Berks County Strip Mall Charged

Help is Near: Problem Gambling Resources Focus of PGCB March Campaign

Presque Isle Downs Slashes Racing Days By 50%, Will Other PA Tracks Follow?

PA Lottery Sales On Record Pace For $5 Billion, But Skills Games Threat Lingers

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