Massachusetts Gambling Commission

Massachusetts gaming commission weighs opening SE region

The Associated Press — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 02:00:00 +0000

FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — The state gambling commission is hearing from advocates and opponents of extending an Indian tribe's exclusive right to develop a casino in southeastern Massachusetts.

The commission met Thursday at Bristol Community College in Fall River as it considers opening the region to commercial bidders.

Hard Rock Pitches Casino Development At Big E Site

Paul Tuthill — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:58:46 +0000

The competition to build a resort casino in western Massachusetts became more robust Friday. Hard Rock International unveiled plans for an entertainment complex in West Springfield on the grounds where the Big E agricultural fair is held. WAMC”s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief Paul Tuthill reports.

Springfield Casino Vote Expected In 8 Months

Paul Tuthill — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:45:00 +0000

The mayor of Springfield Massachusetts has outlined a process he intends to follow to evaluate competing proposals from casino operators anxious to build high end gaming, entertainment and hotel complexes in the city. It’s a process that will lead to a binding voter referendum this Spring. WAMC’s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief Paul Tuthill reports.

Gambling Commission Urged To Speed Up Casino Licensing

Paul Tuthill — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:25:00 +0000

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is being urged by some to speed up its work to shorten the expected time table for issuing up to three licenses to build resort casinos. An casino-sitting advisory committee has been created in Springfield, as officials there pursue a casino development. WAMC”s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief Paul Tuthill reports.