It was a day I was excited for. It was my first impression of what was to come. It was the MGM Springfield “Sign-In Party.” To say it was a “party” was kinda pushing it much, but it still had that hospitality-based MGM influence. The event was at the MassMutual Center, which will serve as … Continue reading MGM Springfield “Sign-In Party”- A Gallery of the Day
MGM Springfield “Sign-In Party”- A Gallery of the Day
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Monday Link – Here’s what to expect at the MGM Springfield casino opening next week
THE MONDAY LINK FIVE DAYS to go! To quote Red Sox commentator Joe Costiglione, “Can You Believe It!” MGM Springfield Resort Casino will open its doors to probably more patrons that can fit past those doors. This has been 4 years in the waiting since first awarded the Region B license on June 13th, 2014. … Continue reading Monday Link – Here’s what to expect at the MGM Springfield casino opening next week
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New England Casinos – Labor Day Weekend Events and Promotions
Labor Day events Here is a look at New England’s Casino Labor Day events. As we celebrate the hard working Americans in this great country, remember to treat casino staff with more respect and consideration. They all work hard for your entertainment. CASINO EVENTS August 31 – September 2: Cirque Eloize HOTEL (various … Continue reading New England Casinos – Labor Day Weekend Events and Promotions
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Massachusetts Casinos “By The Numbers”
“Casinos By The Numbers” featuring Massachusetts. In 2011 the Mass. legislature approved the Expanded Gaming Act allowing construction of 3 Resort casinos & one “slot’s only casino.” The slot parlor opened at Plainridge Park Casino in June 2015, opened by Penn National with the already established harness racing park and simulcast venue. Two casino resorts, MGM Springfield, which … Continue reading Massachusetts Casinos “By The Numbers”
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Recent New England Casino News
MGM Springfield Opens to 150,000 people Over 3 days There was so much hoopla over the opening of MGM Springfield, you would have though it was the second coming of Caesars Palace in Vegas. To be honest, so many hopes and dreams of Springfield’s residents do rely on its success. Instead of re-inventing our coverage, … Continue reading Recent New England Casino News
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How Massachusetts Has Changed It’s View of Their Own Casinos – The Monday Link
Today’s link is written by the only exclusive coverage of all New England’s casinos – NETimeGambling.com! Yes, it’s us. Five years ago almost to the day, when we were in our infancy, I covered a response by anti-casino groups in Massachusetts two years after the Massachusetts Casino Law was passed. To set the stage, only … Continue reading How Massachusetts Has Changed It’s View of Their Own Casinos – The Monday Link
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Northeast Casino Saturation – Here We Go Again
“Northeast casino saturation looms in the background of MGM Springfield opening.” That’s according to Howard Stutz, Executive Editor, CDC Gaming Reports. In his article on August 21, 2018 he goes on to write, “See if this sounds familiar. At a gaming conference in Atlantic City, a panel debated the casino saturation point for the Northeast U.S. gaming … Continue reading Northeast Casino Saturation – Here We Go Again
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Past, Present Winners & Losers in Casino Competition CT Tribes Once Started
The Pequot and Mohegan Tribes were once one tribe, but war with colonists, differences with other tribes, and different tribal and colonial alliances caused a split that continues to this day. The Mohegans were allies of John Mason against the Pequots in the Great Pequot War in 1637. Will the Mohegans & Pequots re-unite in … Continue reading Past, Present Winners & Losers in Casino Competition CT Tribes Once Started
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New England Casinos – How Well Do You Know Them?
How much do you really know about New England’s casinos? Here’s a little quiz to find out. Hey, you might learn something! BTW, if you want to cheat, check out our main page menu with 8 NEW ENGLAND CASINOS “BY THE NUMBERS” The answers are below the quiz, so DON’T LOOK! Here we go! 1.Who has … Continue reading New England Casinos – How Well Do You Know Them?
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The Growing New England Casino Market – the Monday Link
Every Monday, NETG Brings you a Gambling Post from someone else for your interest, ENTERTAINMENT, and KNOWLEDGE. We Call this: “The Monday Link” I have been a big fan of Steve Ruddock’s writing for sometime now. You can find many many of his posts on PlayUSA.com which is where this is from. Steve is a Casino & … Continue reading The Growing New England Casino Market – the Monday Link
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Your Bankroll is $250 – What New England Casino Would You Visit?
“If you had a limited budget/bankroll of say $250 to gamble with which New England casino would you choose and what games would you play and why.” Someone asked me this interesting question a few months ago and I keep revisiting it in my mind. But I couldn’t take that question for face value….. oh, … Continue reading Your Bankroll is $250 – What New England Casino Would You Visit?
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MGM Springfield – Random Thoughts & Good Tips
I have stayed over at MGM Springfield the last three Tuesdays, in three different rooms on three different floors. You might have heard how I spent one Wednesday morning if you have heard the Art In The Game podcast by Christopher DiMauro. Here is the link for that podcast – more about the podcast at … Continue reading MGM Springfield – Random Thoughts & Good Tips
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Thanksgiving Weekend Specials in New England’s Casinos
Yes, it’s time to give thanks. Breaking bread with those you love – or taking them to the casino for some of the great promotions and events in New England!! Here are some dining, shopping and entertainment considerations for Thanksgiving Weekend. SPECIAL EVENT at the PEQUOT MUSEUM, FOXWOODS This Saturday, November 17th, 3-5pm. Pequot Museum, A Native … Continue reading Thanksgiving Weekend Specials in New England’s Casinos
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MGM Springfield – Looking Back Three Years Ago
Believe it or not, years ago, when MGM Springfield wasn’t built yet, NETG looked into our crystal ball and had some random thoughts and concerns for the future. The following post was three years ago. Any additions will be in green italics. Otherwise, it’s posted here as it was three years ago. How did we … Continue reading MGM Springfield – Looking Back Three Years Ago
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Laughter Is The Best Medicine – Comedy Clubs at New England’s Casinos
From a young age, I knew I loved listening to stand-up comedians. My interest in the 60’s & 70’s was highlighted by the antics of Steve Martin, George Carlin & Robin Williams ( I used to watch”Mork and Mindy” every Thursday night!) The 1970’s saw the birth of the comedy club, and it took America … Continue reading Laughter Is The Best Medicine – Comedy Clubs at New England’s Casinos
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New Year’s Eve at MGM Springfield & Plainridge Park Casinos
It’s New Year’s time again. Get your voice ready for “Auld Lang Syne.” make sure your sweetie is ready for kissing at midnight, chill the champagne, and get the correct channel on the tube to watch the ball drop – it’s New Year’s Eve! By the way, you can find us Twitter and Facebook at … Continue reading New Year’s Eve at MGM Springfield & Plainridge Park Casinos
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New England’s Casinos – Christmas Past, Christmas Present, Christmas Future
When I first started NETimeGambling, I hoped that New England would have become the Biloxi-Gulfport, Mississippi of the northeast, an extended area of casinos offering gamblers the variety and quality to go along with the area’s historical and cultural tourism. Was I naive or what? Just watching the nasty competition between the casino industry in … Continue reading New England’s Casinos – Christmas Past, Christmas Present, Christmas Future
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Will Plainridge Park Casino Survive Without Table Games?
With all the attention on MGM Springfield, the Connecticut casinos and the Wynn – oops – I mean Encore Boston Harbor, the first casino in Massachusetts is getting a little forgotten in the mix. Plainridge Park Casino in Plainville, the state’s first (and for almost three years only) legal gambling establishment, wants to expand and … Continue reading Will Plainridge Park Casino Survive Without Table Games?
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MGM Springfield Trip Report – Multiplier Day and More
It was a cold, but sunny and beautiful day for a drive – to MGM Springfield for Multiplier Day! Multiplier Days are a favorite time to gamble for those of us at NETG. As low to mid-roller recreational gamblers, we try to get the biggest bang in the quickest and most enjoyable way possible. Bert … Continue reading MGM Springfield Trip Report – Multiplier Day and More
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NETimeGambling’s 7 Top Posts of 2018
What a great year it has been. Here are our top posts and pages for the year 2018, according to our followers: The Ultimate Truth About Casino Players Cards 8 New England Casinos “BY THE NUMBERS” 5 Things You Need to Know About New Foxwoods Rewards Club 7 Characteristics of the Best Casino Dealers … Continue reading NETimeGambling’s 7 Top Posts of 2018
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