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05.01.2013
First Annual New York Gaming Association Report Highlights Impact for NY in 2012Released earlier this week, the first annual New York Gaming Association (NYGA) report, highlights the revenue NYGA’s nine racetrack casinos generated for New York State in 2012, including $823 million for education, a $1.7 billion impact on the state economy and supported more than 17,000 jobs statewide. more > |
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04.29.2013
Free Summer Concert Series ReturnsFinger Lakes Casino & Racetrack has announced it will host the free summer concert series again this summer. The Free Summer Concert Series is set to kick off Wednesday, June 19 when REO Speedwagon takes to the stage at Finger Lakes.more > |
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04.20.2013
2013 Live Racing Meet Off And RunningFARMINGTON, N.Y. – The 162-day live racing season at Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack (FLCR) got underway with Retire to What taking the 2013 opener. The 6-year-old gelding completed the four and one-half furlong distance of Saturday’s first race in a time of :54.33more > |
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04.18.2013
Live Racing Meet Begins SaturdayFARMINGTON, N.Y.– Early entries are set for Opening Day of the 2013 live thoroughbred racing season at Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack (FLCR). The nine-race Saturday afternoon card will kick off the 162-day meet. Post time for the first race is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. Racing gates open at 11:30 a.m.more > |
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04.12.2013
Gaming Operations Yield Another Record In Funding For Education And More
Finger Lakes Casino & Racetrack (FLCR) today announced record revenue from gaming operations (GGR) of $129.6 million for the state fiscal year ending March 31, continuing its annual trend of growth since gaming was introduced at the facility in 2004. Of that number, $87.5 million, which represents a tax rate of 67.5%, supported growth in significant funding primarily for education and agribusiness. |
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03.26.2013
Couch Named Racing SecretaryWith the 2013 live racing season set to begin in just under one month, Finger Lakes Casino & Racetrack recently added an integral piece to the racing program with the appointment of Bill Couch to the position of Racing Secretary.more > |
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02.14.2013
A Community Partner: Past, Present & FutureWith the nine year anniversary of the arrival of gaming operations being celebrated this week and a recently announced $12 million expansion project underway, Finger Lakes Casino & Racetrack (FLCR) has released a report that takes a closer look at the impacts the facility has on a state, county and local level. At the same time, it details what could be realized if the property is given the opportunity to enhance its offerings through full casino gaming, including table games.more > |
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02.07.2013
2013 Racing Schedule ReleasedCountdown to the 2013 thoroughbred racing season has begun at Finger Lakes Casino & Racetrack (FLCR) with the release of its 2013 schedule. Opening Day for the 162-day season is set for Saturday, April 20, just 71 days away, with a first race post time of 1:10 p.m.more > |
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01.31.2013
Construction Begins On $12 Million ExpansionAs Finger Lakes Casino & Racetrack (FLCR) celebrates nine years of gaming operations, construction begins on its largest expansion project since the addition of Video Lottery Terminals (VLT’s) in 2004. With a $12 million expansion slated for completion by November, nearly 33,000 square feet will be added to the northeast corner of the plant that will accommodate space for additional machines, a new dining option, a feature bar/lounge and other amenities.more > |
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