Pennsylvania Online Gambling News and PA Gambling Launch Updates

New PA Online Casino Regs Open The Door For Out-Of-State Servers

The regulations for Pennsylvania online casinos are far from finalized, but the temporary rules indicate servers do not have to be inside the state, opening the door for partnerships in states like New Jersey.

Posted on: March 26, 2018 | Katie Callahan

Parx Casino Big Stax XXIV Weathers the Storms as Big Names Show Up to Play

The eight-event, three-week long 2018 Parx Casino Big Stax XXIV came to a close on Wednesday after weathering a couple of nor'easters along the way.

Posted on: March 23, 2018 | Kim Yuhl

Not Rain Nor Sleet Nor Snow Will Stop Penn National From Acquiring Pinnacle

Even with bad weather derailing some Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board activities, the group did manage to approve Penn National's acquisition of Pinnacle Entertainment.

Posted on: March 22, 2018 | Jessica Welman

Someone In PA Won $456 Million Powerball Prize, It’s Unclear Who Though

One lucky Pennsylvania Lottery player bought a $456.7-million jackpot-winning Powerball ticket at a Speedway gas station and convenience store in Lancaster County.

Posted on: March 22, 2018 | Marty Derbyshire

Sands’ New Owner Trying To Save The Iconic Steel Mills

Wind River casino organization purchase of Sands Bethlehem is far from final, but they are already trying to work with the community to save the area's iconic steel mills.

Posted on: March 20, 2018 | Katie Callahan

PA Lottery Celebrates Anniversary With New Info On Lotto Expansion

As part of its 46th-anniversary celebration, the Pennsylvania Lottery released details about virtual sports betting in bars and taverns and the launch of Keno in the state.

Posted on: March 19, 2018 | J.R. Duren

The Online Casino Application Process Begins On April 16

There is an official start date for the online gambling process in Pennsylvania. Applications for interactive gaming licenses will be available April 16.

Posted on: March 14, 2018 | Jessica Welman

Round Two Of Mini-Casino Auctions Start March 21

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board will try again after failing to draw a single bid at its latest mini casino auction.

Posted on: March 13, 2018 | Marty Derbyshire

PGCB Assures DFS Players Won’t Notice Much Difference With Regulated Sites

Daily fantasy sports sites are gearing up for regulation in PA, but officials assure players they won't notice much difference in how they play.

Posted on: March 12, 2018 | Katie Callahan

The Hot New Trend In Gaming Is Buying A Pennsylvania Casino

Four Pennsylvania casinos have been sold in the span of four months, and it looks like online gaming is partly responsible for spurring on the new interest in the market.

Posted on: March 9, 2018 | Steve Ruddock