Oxford Casino expands to 50% customer capacity March 26; rehiring laid-off workers and adding new staff.
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Oxford Casino reopens gaming area for slots
Only 200 customers are allowed inside the casino, according to state guidelines, well below its 2,700 capacity.
Oxford Casino working on final details of reopening plan
Jack Sours, the vice president and general manager of Oxford Casino, hopes that its health and safety protocols will convince state authorities to soon lift the 200-person restriction.
State develops plan to allow Maine’s casinos to reopen
Hollywood Casino in Bangor will feature its slot machines starting Friday, but table games will remain closed.
Maine casinos close as coronavirus spreads
Oxford Casino says it will close for at least 2 weeks, but probably longer.
Mills vetoes bill to legalize sports betting in Maine
The bill, 1 of 3 the governor vetoed, was among 40 she had held since the close of the session in June. She allowed 24 to become law without her signature, and 13 others were recalled for changes by the Legislature.
Liquor license application approved for Oxford Casino
The board unanimously approved the application Thursday.
Bill to legalize sports betting advances in Maine Legislature
The bill, which faces additional votes, would allow Mainers age 21 and older to place bets at licensed physical locations or via mobile apps.
Maine casinos took in a record $144 million last year. Will they stay on a roll?
The state is among a dozen that set all-time highs for gambling at casinos in 2018, according to an industry group.
Committee’s split shows details will be key to legalizing sports betting
Debates are likely on the floor of the Legislature over a bill to allow online wagering, set a 2-tiered tax rate and allow on-premises betting at 11 locations.