Sunday, December 09, 2007

Boston Globe - Gambling opponents are emerging from months of relative inactivity and mobilizing against Governor Deval Patrick's casino plan, hoping to capitalize on a tepid effort by the governor to secure its passage. Church leaders, local political groups .Groups mobilize against casinos

Vindicator - The once-powerful organized crime figure was indicted Dec. 10, 1997, on Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations violations of aggravated murder (of rival Ernie Biondillo Jr. in June 1996), casino-style gambling and numbers lottery. The .Strollo to leave prison in 2008 His testimony put end to Valley mob

East Valley Tribune - The planned Casino Arizona Resort & Spa on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community will feature a Las Vegas-style approach to gambling by combining a variety of businesses under one high-rise roof, officials said Wednesday. The concept of .New casino takes high-rise approach to gambling