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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Macau Welcomed 1.6M Guests in February, Best Month Since COVID-19 Pandemic
March 17, 2023

Macau Welcomed 1.6M Guests in February, Best Month Since COVID-19 Pandemic

Last month was the busiest for Macau since COVID-19 arrived on the global stage in early 2020. Data supplied Friday by the local government's Statistics, and Census Bureau revealed that more than 1.59 million visitors...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Vermont Sports Betting Bill to Allow Online Sportsbooks Clears Assembly Committee
March 17, 2023

Vermont Sports Betting Bill to Allow Online Sportsbooks Clears Assembly Committee

Vermont sports betting bills have been considered in the Montpelier capital each year since 2018. That's when the US Supreme Court struck down a federal law that limited single-game sports wagering to Nevada. But now,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casinos Enjoy Strong February, Brick-and-Mortar Revenue Brings in Nearly $215M
March 17, 2023

Atlantic City Casinos Enjoy Strong February, Brick-and-Mortar Revenue Brings in Nearly $215M

Atlantic City casinos continue to demonstrate resiliency, despite roaring inflation and a rattled stock market and global economy. The nine Atlantic City casinos continue to stress that their own economic positions are on shaky ground....

Written by Devin O'Connor
UK Gambling-Related Suicide Research Program Seeks Funding Proposals
March 16, 2023

UK Gambling-Related Suicide Research Program Seeks Funding Proposals

The Gambling-Related Suicide Research Program, a collaboration between the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and Greo Evidence Insights -- the latter formerly known as the Ontario Problem Gambling Research Center -- is seeking funding proposals. Greo...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Wins Nearly $25M in First Full Month in Operation
March 16, 2023

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Wins Nearly $25M in First Full Month in Operation

Rivers Casino Portsmouth reported gross gaming revenue (GGR) of more than $24.6 million in its first full month in operation. The Hampton Roads casino, the first permanent casino property to open in Virginia, was built...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Wynn Resorts Acquiring Decommissioned Power Plant Next to Encore Boston Harbor
March 16, 2023

Wynn Resorts Acquiring Decommissioned Power Plant Next to Encore Boston Harbor

Las Vegas-based Wynn Resorts has agreed to acquire a decommissioned power plant in Everett, Mass., near its Encore Boston Harbor. Wynn opened Encore Boston Harbor in June 2019 at a cost of $2.6 billion. The...

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Star Entertainment to Sell Sheraton Grand Mirage on Australia’s Gold Coast
March 15, 2023

Star Entertainment to Sell Sheraton Grand Mirage on Australia’s Gold Coast

Embattled Australian casino operator Star Entertainment is in desperate need of cash. That's after being subjected to considerable fines by state governments and being told that levies on gaming proceeds will increase considerably this year....

Written by Devin O'Connor
Parx Casino Near Philadelphia Finally Ready to Construct Resort Hotel
March 15, 2023

Parx Casino Near Philadelphia Finally Ready to Construct Resort Hotel

Parx Casino in Bensalem, Pa., about 10 miles north of downtown Philadelphia, is finally moving forward with the construction of its on-site resort hotel. The Bensalem Township Council on Monday evening signed off on Parx's...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Las Vegas Visitors Younger than Ever, Southern Nevada Trending in Right Direction
March 15, 2023

Las Vegas Visitors Younger than Ever, Southern Nevada Trending in Right Direction

The average Las Vegas visitor is younger than in recent memory, as the Strip, downtown, and Southern Nevada, in general, have seemingly found their footing in appealing to more millennials and 30-somethings. The Las Vegas...

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Former Riviera Land Sold for $125 Million, Future Unknown for North Strip Property
March 15, 2023

Former Riviera Land Sold for $125 Million, Future Unknown for North Strip Property

The 10 acres of land on which the Riviera partially stood for 60 years will soon have a new owner after being shopped since early 2019. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) approved...

Written by Devin O'Connor