Fewer people are playing the ponies: Off-track and racetrack wagers in Maine were down again in 2013. The figures were released Wednesday, the same day the Maine House gave initial approval to a new twist on Scarborough Downs’ effort to win a racino in the Legislature: It would have to build a hotel, an entertainment […]
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Casinos argue against expanding gambling in Maine
BANGOR — Leaders of Maine’s two casinos told members of a legislative committee Wednesday that the state has reached its saturation point with gambling and opposed a series of bills seeking to expand the industry. Representatives of some of the groups behind the proposals, which include two of the state’s Indian tribes, told members of […]
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Council eases path to casino gambling at Scarborough Downs
SCARBOROUGH — Zoning around Scarborough Downs now allows casino gambling, after action Wednesday by the Town Council. Councilors also gave initial approval to ordinance revisions that would restrict beach access for dogs. The rezoning of about 450 acres of racetrack land owned by Sharon Terry for mixed-use development was amended by councilors to include casino […]
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Scarborough Downs says no ‘current plan’ to expand gambling despite amendment
SCARBOROUGH — Town Councilors will be asked Aug. 21 to consider an ordinance amendment that would simplify any future casino gambling referendum. The proposal would amend the pending Crossroads Planned Development District ordinance, which creates a 450-acre mixed-use zone around Scarborough Downs. The amendment will allow casino gambling in the new zone, if voters approve […]