Opinion: Passamaquoddy  racino  a  boost for   Maine economy

Opinion: Passamaquoddy racino a boost for Maine economy (September 12, 2011)

"At the University of Maine’s Animal and Veterinary Science Program, I’m lucky enough to work with some of the brightest college students anywhere. Some of them are headed for careers as large animal veterinarians, researchers, horse breeders and trainers. Many...

Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority  told to restore chair

Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority told to restore chair (September 12, 2011)

A judge has ordered Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority to reinstate Kirk Goodtrack as chairman of the board. The SIGA board, which consists of First Nations leaders, ousted Goodtrack over alleged conflicts of interest. But Court of Queen's Bench Justice G.N....

Opinion: Good luck with off-reservation casinos in California

Opinion: Good luck with off-reservation casinos in California (September 12, 2011)

"Yes, it really has been nine years since the proponents of Yuba County casino showed up at a Board of Supervisors meeting on July 2, 2002, and announced their intentions. It was quite an odd spectacle. They weren't on the...

Editorial: Legalized gaming  still a bad bet in    Massachusetts

Editorial: Legalized gaming still a bad bet in Massachusetts (September 12, 2011)

"Is casino gambling an economic cure for Massachusetts? We’re not putting our money on it. As we slog through the after-effects of the worst economic slowdown since the Great Depression, and a job market that just can’t seem to find...