Highland Reel went gate-to-wire in the $450,000 Secretariat Stakes (gr. IT) Aug. 15 at Arlington International Racecourse, quickening away brilliantly after setting the pace to win by about six lengths.
Monthly Archives: August 2015
Lucky Speed Gets American St. Leger Win
Lucky Speed saved all for the stretch run, surging from off the pace to collar front-runner Panama Hat in deep stretch and capture the $350,000 American St. Leger (gr. III) Aug. 15 at Arlington International Racecourse.
Christian Lusardi pleads Guilty to Borgata Counterfeit Chip Fraud
Christian Lusardi, the North Carolina man who stands accused of defrauding poker players and the Borgata by introducing bogus chips into the mix at the Borgata Winter Tournament in 2014, pled guilty to trademark counterfeiting and criminal mischief this week in an Atlantic City courtroom. If convicted, Lusardi, who is already serving a five-year sentence […]
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Hansen & Associates Open House
Hansen & Associates had an open house showing off their new office this afternoon. The business has several therapists with specializations ranging from anxiety to trauma.
The Sand Cliff Deck plays an integral part in the production of K .
Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 18, guests will have the unique opportunity to attend the “KA Theatre Spectacular,” a free open house that highlights the impressive work, inspiration and unprecedented technology used in the $165 million production. Cirque du Soleil offers visitors and locals an inside look at “KA” as it reveals the astounding history, background and science behind one of the most fascinating theatrical venues in Las Vegas.
Just Wicked Edges Tonasah in Adirondack
Just Wicked was content to let Tonasah set the pace in the $200,000 Adirondack Stakes (gr. II) Aug. 15 at Saratoga Race Course, but when it came down to a stirring stretch duel, the 2-year-old Tapit filly would not be denied.
Texas Red, Others Work at Spa Toward Travers
Recent Jim Dandy Stakes (gr. II) winner Texas Red turned in his penultimate breeze Saturday, Aug. 15 ahead of his planned bid in the $1.25 million Travers Stakes (gr. I) Aug. 29 at Saratoga Race Course.
Japanese Sire Manhattan Cafe Dies at 17
Former leading Japanese sire Manhattan Café, a three-time group I winner, has died at the age of 17.
Marathonbet partner with Middlesbrough
Online bookmaker Marathonbet is determined to make its presence felt in the minds (and wallets) of UK football bettors.
On Friday, the UK- and Curacao-licensed Marathonbet announced it had signed up to become an official partner of Football League Championship side Middlesbrough FC. The deal will see the bookies sponsor the North Stand at Riverside Stadium, where Boro handed Bolton a 3-0 drubbing on Saturday during its home opener.
The partnership twixt Boro and bookie will also involve campaigns across the club’s digital platforms as well as exclusive offers for Boro fans throughout the duration of the partnership, the length of which wasn’t specified.
Middlesbrough CEO Neil Bausor expressed the standard delight in being able to cash another betting industry check, while Marathonbet CEO Stan Reoutt said the bookie’s “ambitions and goals are synonymous with those of the club. The UK is a key market for Marathonbet and we’re very confident that this partnership will help us reach our goals.” Reoutt expressed solidarity with the team’s desire to return to the English Premier League following its relegation in 2009.
Golden Gate couple duped by lottery scammers
Fort Myers Police Chief Doug Baker has been fired after a member of his department accused him of lying in the investigation of NFL player Nate Allen. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that Brian Omar Hyde has been charged in the deaths of Dorla Pitts, 37, her daughter Starlette Pitts, 17, and Michael Kelly, Jr., 19, in Lehigh Acres.
Former Cobb Cop Makes Bank With Lottery Win
A retired Cobb County police officer is overloaded with excitement, having won a prize worth over a hundred thousand dollars from the Georgia Lottery. Earl McTavish matched all five numbers from the Aug. 12 Fantasy 5 drawing and is one of three winners to claim a $127,470 jackpot prize.
Furosemide Use Topic of New York Forum
Use of race-day furosemide will be the topic for a daylong forum put together by the New York State Gaming Commission Aug. 25 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Former Cobb Cop Makes Bank With Lottery Win
A retired Cobb County police officer is overloaded with excitement, having won a prize worth over a hundred thousand dollars from the Georgia Lottery. Earl McTavish matched all five numbers from the Aug. 12 Fantasy 5 drawing and is one of three winners to claim a $127,470 jackpot prize.
Prosecutors ordered to disclose more evidence in Wynn case
A federal magistrate has ordered prosecutors to disclose any information about what Wynn Resorts might have known regarding alleged criminals associated with the Everett land it’s developing into a $1.7 billion casino. Magistrate Marianne Bowler ruled Friday in Boston that the information affects a criminal wire fraud case against three former owners of the property.
Crews Fight House Fire North of Cheyenne
On Thursday, August 13 at approximately 9:00 pm Laramie County Fire District #2 was dispatched to a grass fire near I-25 and mile marker 25. Although no fire was located at that site crews were able to follow the glow of flames to the actual location. Upon arrival at 2525 CR 124A, Assistant Chief Chuck Scottini called dispatch to report a fully involved, single story house fire.
Sandstorm Gold Continues To Buy Shares Of Aurico Metals – Why I'm Buying, Too
Gold streaming and royalty company Sandstorm Gold continues to make equity investments in Aurico Metals, a spin-off company of Aurico and Alamos Gold. Canadian gold streaming and royalty company Sandstorm Gold continues to make equity investments in a company called Aurico Metals .
Toms River Mother Charged In Son's DUI Crash Won $1M In Lottery
The Toms River woman who was charged Wednesday in connection with her son’s second DUI offense in 10 hours won a $1 million Mega Millions prize in December 2013, according to a report. Jacquelin Latronico, 51 of Raymond Avenue, and her husband, Joe, were revealed as winners by New Jersey Lottery officials in February 2014, according to a report on NJ.com.
Strong undercard on Milstein Memorial night
The events for trotting and pacing Buckeye-breds are part of the strong undercard alongside the featured $405,000 Carl Milstein Memorial. In the first of two trotting divisions , Like Old Times hails from post five for trainer Don McKirgan.
Stallion Admiral Alex's First Starter Wins
Maryland-based stallion Admiral Alex picked up his first winner Aug. 14 when his first starter Captain Alex scored a clear victory in his debut, a 5 1/2-furlong maiden-claiming race at Laurel Park.
Genting Singapore profit falls 91%
Casino operator Genting Singapore’s profit fell 91% in the second quarter of 2015.
The company, which operates the Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) integrated resort, issued a warning last week that it was likely to post a “significant” reduction in its Q2 profits. They weren’t kidding, as the final numbers revealed net profit down 91% to just S$12.5m in the three months ending June 30. For the year to date, profit is down 73% to S$104m.
Total revenue was down 23% to S$578.1m, with gaming revenue down 28% to S$428.3m and non-gaming off 3% to S$149.4m. Adjusted earnings were off a mere 6% to S$296.5m but the company took a S$95m hit on derivative financial instruments and a further S$84m nut-punch via unrealized foreign exchange losses, primarily in Hong Kong and US dollars.
On the plus side, the company’s bad debt provisions narrowed to S$56.6m from S$81.6m in the same period last year. The company says it continues to “maintain a cautious approach in granting credit” due to the persisting “unfavorable global VIP premium business.”