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Sports Betting Now Legal In Massachusetts After Gov. Baker Signs Bill Sports Betting Now Legal In Massachusetts After Gov. Baker Signs Bill
Sports Betting Now Legal In Massachusetts After Gov. Baker Signs Bill Massachusetts is now the 31st state to legalize sports betting after Gov. Charlie Baker signed the measure into law on Wednesday, Aug. 10. For years, gamblers have driven to New Hampshire and Rhode Island to place their bets. This move ensures that tax money will stay in the Bay State.   Though, you'll have to hold on to your money for the time being. Baker said in a statement that it would take a few months for the state implements the new law.  "Our administration first filed legislation to legalize sports wagering in the Commonwealth several years ago, and I am glad to be able to sign t…

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by Josh Lanier
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COVID-19: Restrictions At Casinos Lifted By Mass Gaming Commission COVID-19: Restrictions At Casinos Lifted By Mass Gaming Commission
Covid-19: Restrictions At Casinos Lifted By Mass Gaming Commission The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has voted to lift COVID-19 restrictions at the state’s casinos. As of Saturday, May 29, Massachusetts casinos will be back to gaming full-time following Gov. Charlie Baker’s recent orders to rescind limitations that were placed on businesses. Related story - COVID-19: Massachusetts Announces Date It Will Start New CDC Mask Guidance The commission's ruling will still require casino operators to follow all state and CDC-issued COVID-19 guidance. Baker previously announced that nearly all COVID-19 restrictions were being lifted from Massachusetts busines…

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by Zak Failla
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MGM Springfield Fined For Multiple Underage Violations MGM Springfield Fined For Multiple Underage Violations
MGM Springfield Fined For Multiple Underage Violations The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has levied thousands of dollars worth of fines to MGM Springfield for failing to prevent underage gambling inside the facility. The Commission issued an $18,000 fine to the casino for repeated violations after failing to protect and prevent underage gamblers from placing wages, being in the gaming area, and consuming alcohol on the premise. According to the Commission, On Dec. 25, 2020, Dec. 31, 2020, and Wednesday, Jan. 20, there were three incidents involving minors at the MGM Springfield. In each of the instances, people under the age of 21 were able t…

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by Zak Failla
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Drive-Thru Gambling Coming Saturday, Sept. 5, To Massachusetts Drive-Thru Gambling Coming Saturday, Sept. 5, To Massachusetts
Drive-Thru Gambling Coming Saturday, Sept. 5, To Massachusetts Add placing a bet on the Kentucky Derby to the list of things you can do without having to get out of your car. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has greenlit a plan for the Plainridge Park Casino to offer drive-thru betting for the annual horse race. The approval went through on Thursday, Sept. 3, according to PlayMA, an industry publication. The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, Sept. 5. In 2018, about $227 million was wagered on the derby, according to BoydsBets. The drive-thru option was created to allow for gambling to continue while still observing COVID-19 restrictions. Plainridge Par…

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by Kristin Palpini