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Beloved Army Veteran, Retired White Plains Firefighter Dies In Crash At 58 Beloved Army Veteran, Retired White Plains Firefighter Dies In Crash At 58
Beloved Army Veteran, Retired White Plains Firefighter Dies In Crash At 58 A beloved Hudson Valley resident, Army veteran, and longtime Westchester firefighter is being remembered for his larger-than-life personality, unwavering support for his family, and dedication to his community following his tragic death in a car crash. New, updated report - New Details Revealed In Fiery Taconic Parkway Crash In Putnam Valley That Killed Veteran Dutchess County resident Michael Fitzgerald of Fishkill died on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the age of 58 from injuries sustained in a crash on the Taconic State Parkway in the Putnam County town of Putnam Valley, according to his obi…
Woman Takes Home Over $100K On Mohegan Sun's Wheel Of Fortune Slot Machine Woman Takes Home Over $100K On Mohegan Sun's Wheel Of Fortune Slot Machine
Woman Takes Home Over $100K On Mohegan Sun's Wheel Of Fortune Slot Machine A New York woman hit quite a massive jackpot while playing on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at a Connecticut casino. While testing her luck at New London County's Mohegan Sun in the village of Uncasville on Sunday, Oct. 13, a resident of New Rochelle in Westchester County won a whopping $100,929.93, the casino announced on Friday, Oct. 18.  The lucky winner, identified as "Donna Z.," won the jackpot while playing on the Wheel of Fortune Triple Double Diamond slot machine at Mohegan Sun's Casino of the Earth.  Donna's plans for her winnings were not detailed.  Accordi…
Connecticut, Come On Down! Mohegan Sun Hosts Audition For 'Price Is Right' Connecticut, Come On Down! Mohegan Sun Hosts Audition For 'Price Is Right'
Connecticut, Come On Down! Mohegan Sun Hosts Audition For 'Price Is Right' Who hasn't daydreamed about the prizes they could win on "The Price is Right" if they were just given the chance? Well, here's your chance.  The Mohegan Sun in New London County is hosting an open audition for the iconic daytime game show on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Two semi-finalists will go to Los Angeles for a taping, and one of them will compete on the nationally syndicated series, a news release said.  The audition runs from 2 to 6 p.m. at The Shops Concourse at the Uncasville casino and includes games and competitions to see who has what it takes to make it on the se…
Atlantic City Casino Hotel Losing Management Partner At End Of 2024 Atlantic City Casino Hotel Losing Management Partner At End Of 2024
Atlantic City Casino Hotel Losing Management Partner At End Of 2024 An Atlantic City casino hotel will lose its management partner at the end of the year, officials said. Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment announced it will end its management assignment at Resorts Casino Hotel at the end of 2024. Resorts was the first Native American-run casino in Atlantic City and Mohegan purchased a 10-percent ownership interest in 2012. Mohegan will keep its 10-percent stake in Resorts. "We’re extremely proud of our relationship with Resorts Casino Hotel and what we have helped accomplish," said Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment president and CEO Ray Pineault. "We want…
Tesla's First Showroom In CT Now Open: Here's Where It Is Tesla's First Showroom In CT Now Open: Here's Where It Is
Tesla's First Showroom In CT Now Open: Here's Where It Is If you are dying to test drive or purchase a Tesla, now is your chance with the opening of the brand's first Connecticut sales and showroom. The Tesla Electric Vehicle Showroom, located in New London County had a soft opening this week at the Shops at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, said Cody Chapman, director of Public Relations for the casino. During the opening, sales and demo drives have been available to guests. The grand opening of the showroom is slated for Monday, Dec. 18, Chapman said. "The Tesla EV Showroom + Sales & Delivery Center arriving at Mohegan Sun is the first-of-its…
Double-Fatal Crash: Man Charged In Death Of Mom, Son On CT Roadway Double-Fatal Crash: Man Charged In Death Of Mom, Son On CT Roadway
Double-Fatal Crash: Man Charged In Death Of Mom, Son On CT Roadway A 29-year-old man is now charged in the death of a Connecticut mother and son last year after he allegedly crashed into them on the side of the interstate after their car broke down.  Derion Coker, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, faces two counts of second-degree manslaughter with a motor vehicle, two counts of evading responsibility resulting in death or serious injury, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Connecticut State Police said Tuesday, June 6.  Coker is accused of killing Jamie Krajewski, age 33, and her 17-year-old son Tyshon Ozzie Harper in…
Toby Keith's Concert At Mohegan Sun Arena Canceled After Singer Announces Cancer Diagnosis Toby Keith's Concert At Mohegan Sun Arena Canceled After Singer Announces Cancer Diagnosis
Toby Keith's Concert At Mohegan Sun Arena Canceled After Singer Announces Cancer Diagnosis Country music singer Toby Keith's concert at Mohegan Sun Arena in eastern Connecticut this summer has been canceled. Mohegan Sun announced on Monday, June 13, that Keith's concert that was set for Saturday, July 30, at the arena in Uncasville was canceled due to illness. The announcement comes the day after Keith announced he was diagnosed with stomach cancer last fall and has received chemo, radiation, and surgery over the past six months. "I need time to breathe, recover and relax," he said in a Facebook post. "I am looking forward to spending this time with my family. But I will see the…
Details Emerge On State's Deal With Mohegan Sun For Sports Betting Details Emerge On State's Deal With Mohegan Sun For Sports Betting
Details Emerge On State's Deal With Mohegan Sun For Sports Betting The State of Connecticut has now reached a formal deal with the Mohegan Tribe, with another one “inches away” from Foxwoods to legalize sports betting and online gambling in the state. Gov. Ned Lamont and Mohegan Tribe Chairman James Gessner Jr. announced this week that they have reached an accord to “allow the State of Connecticut to modernize gaming options available to state residents.” Lamont said that he expects the agreement to generate tens of millions of dollars for the state, “while keeping Connecticut competitive with gaming changes currently being offered or considered in neighb…
Online Gambling, Sports Betting Nearing Approval For Mohegan Sun Online Gambling, Sports Betting Nearing Approval For Mohegan Sun
Online Gambling, Sports Betting Nearing Approval For Mohegan Sun Lawmakers have struck a deal with Mohegan Sun to bring online and sports betting to the casino located in Uncasville, Connecticut. According to reports, Gov. Ned Lamont’s office has reached an agreement with casino officials to expand gambling efforts in Connecticut in a deal that is expected to be signed on Tuesday, March 2. 
“It is our goal to have an agreement of both tribal nations and the state of Connecticut to present to the General Assembly, particularly this committee of cognizance, in the very near future,” Lamont’s Chief of Staff Paul Mounds said to the General Assembly’s Pu…
COVID-19: Mohegan Sun Reopens Popular Restaurant, Launches New Gift Shop COVID-19: Mohegan Sun Reopens Popular Restaurant, Launches New Gift Shop
Covid-19: Mohegan Sun Reopens Popular Restaurant, Launches New Gift Shop Mohegan Sun has announced that it will reopen a popular restaurant owned by Michael Jordan and an electronics store, and unveil a new gift shop. More than 80 stores and restaurants are housed at the over five-million square foot resort in Uncasville in southeastern Connecticut Most have reopened after mandated COVID-19 closures. New gift shop Rove Home will also open on Friday, Sept. 4 noon.  Located next to Rove Outfitters, casino representatives said that  offerings are inspired by "all things comfortable, creative and welcoming."  The restaurant, SolToro, will open …
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Odds Are 50-50 That Legal Sports Betting Is Coming Soon Odds Are 50-50 That Legal Sports Betting Is Coming Soon
Odds Are 50-50 That Legal Sports Betting Is Coming Soon Sports betting is no longer unique to Las Vegas. After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a federal ban that prohibited states from regulating sports wagering, eight states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island legalized it. Now, 23 other states including Connecticut and New York have legislation pending that would legalize sports betting -- which has become a $400 billion-a-year industry.  Some legislators see legalization as a way to circumvent the gambling black market while reducing state budget deficits.  Sports betting was not included as a proposed s…
This Fairfield County Restaurant Among Most Romantic In State, Experts Say This Fairfield County Restaurant Among Most Romantic In State, Experts Say
This Fairfield County Restaurant Among Most Romantic In State, Experts Say In a recent list compiled by Connecticut Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Awards, a Wilton staple has made the cut for “Most Romantic.” The Schoolhouse at Cannondale, located at 34 Cannon Road, is one of just eight restaurants across the state that made the list. Others include: Ballo Italian Restaurant, Mohegan Sun Old Platform 6, Oakville Old Riverton Inn, Riverton 2 Hopewell, South Glastonbury Union League Cafe, New Haven Vue 24, Foxwoods  Winvian, Morris The Schoolhouse at Cannondale, which opened its doors in March of 2007, offers a variety of high-class dining styles. Dinner options i…
House Leaders Promise Vote On Proposed Bridgeport Casino House Leaders Promise Vote On Proposed Bridgeport Casino
House Leaders Promise Vote On Proposed Bridgeport Casino Legislation that could bring a new casino to Bridgeport and the third casino to Connecticut may get a vote this week, officials said on Friday. "We have a couple of constituency groups really fighting for their constituents and we may have more discussion," said House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, during a press conference. MGM Grand announced plans for a $700 million seaside resort in Bridgeport and a job training center in New Haven, bringing an estimated 2,000 jobs. A Bridgeport casino is opposed by the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan Indians, who own the Foxwoods and Moh…