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Russia illegally detains WNBA star Brittney Griner

What The NBA Commissioner Says About WNBA Star Brittney Griner’s Detention

Last month, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver opened a pre-Finals press conference with an update on WNBA star Brittney Griner.

Posted on: July 11, 2022 | | admin

How Oxford Casino has given back to Maine

Happy 10th Birthday, Oxford Casino! Thanks For Being Awesome

The Oxford Casino in Southern Maine celebrated its 10th birthday. Maine’s second casino has become a pillar to the local community.

Posted on: June 27, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Harness horse racing in Maine ends at Scarborough Dpwms

OTB And Harness Horse Racing Site, Scarborough Downs Officially Closes

The last Monday in May saw the end of an era for Maine horse racing. The OTB business, Scarborough Downs, has officially closed its doors.

Posted on: June 21, 2022 | | Veronica Sparks

The Race Begins To Draw In Retail Sports Bettors

Hollywood Casino Hoping To Take First Retail Sports Bets In The State

Look out! The state's three Tribes, 10 retail locations, and Hollywood Casino are engaged in a frenetic race to launch sports betting first.

Posted on: June 8, 2022 | | J.R. Duren

Harness Racing Era Coming To A Close At Maine Fairgrounds

Maine State Fair Waves A Fond Farewell To Harness Horse Racing

A recent decision to end horse racing at the Northern Maine Fair brings to a close a tradition steeped in the state's harness racing history.

Posted on: May 31, 2022 | | J.R. Duren

It’s Official! Maine Now Has Legal Sports Betting

Sports betting is finally coming to Maine. On Monday, Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill that permits both in-state retail and online sportsbooks.

Posted on: May 4, 2022 | | Chris Imperiale

Maine tribes to exclusively run mobile sports betting in the state

Maine Legislature Approves Tribal Exclusivity For Mobile Sports Betting

The Maine legislature handed exclusivity of mobile sports betting to Native American tribes late Tuesday. Commercial casinos and off-track betting parlors get retail sportsbooks.

Posted on: April 20, 2022 | | Matthew Kredell

Maine sports fans could have the chance to bet on the Boston Red Sox after latest compromise from lawmakers

Tribes Offered Sports Betting Compromise For More Inclusive Approach

Facing a governor-led effort to provide Maine tribes with exclusivity on mobile sports betting, Rep. Joe Baldacci offered tribes a percentage of mobile sports wagering revenue on top of the opportunity for a license.

Posted on: April 14, 2022 | | Matthew Kredell