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Morning Read: More casinos for New York state?

The Albany Times-Union is reporting today that Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering a constitutional amendment that would open the door to non-tribal casinos in New York. “It’s really not an issue anymore of ‘Well, if we don’t officially...

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Cayuga Nation Partners for Catskills Casino

by David Sommerstein

Apr 09, 2003 — After years of internal debate, the landless Cayuga Nation is partnering with a developer to build a casino in the Catskills. It's the same developer that was snubbed by the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe three years ago. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

Tribe to Audit Bingo Palace

by David Sommerstein

Mar 07, 2003 — Independent auditors will investigate finances this month at the Mohawk Bingo Palace, owned and operated by the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe. The tribe's spokesperson resigned earlier this year over suspicions of wrong-doing at the gaming operation. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

State Court Strikes at Casino

by David Sommerstein

May 15, 2002 — The State Supreme Court ruled earlier this month to invalidate the St. Regis Mohawks' casino compact. Plaintiffs see the decision as a crucial step to stem the tide of gambling in New York. Tribal officials are beginning to question the Governor's ability to negotiate on a range of native issues. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

State Will Share Oversight of Casinos

by David Sommerstein

Apr 25, 2002 — The Seneca Nation and New York State will share oversight of three casinos in western New York, according to the gaming compact released this week. David Sommerstein has more.

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