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Reporter: Devin O'Connor

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

Devin's passion for politics and background in the world of pop culture television gives him insight into the gaming industry backstories that often drive news these days.

After graduating from Penn State University with a theater arts degree, he worked at MTV Networks/Viacom from 2005 to 2010 as a writer and producer. His credits included Total Request Live, New Year's Eve specials, and a special featuring poker superstar Daniel Negreanu.

He later moved on to the HGTV/DIY Network, where he created, wrote, and produced three series specials: That's So House Hunters, That's So 80s, and That's So 90s.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Pennsylvania and is an avid marathoner, having completed 15 races.

Contact Devin at devin.oconnor@casino.org.

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6739 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Fontainebleau Las Vegas Reveals Luxury Retail Shopping Concept

The long-delayed Fontainebleau Las Vegas has unveiled its forthcoming luxury retail shopping corridor that will complement the casino resort when it opens late next year. Fontainebleau Development, which owns the historic Fontainebleau Miami Beach, first proposed a Fontainebleau on the Las Vegas...

Devin O'Connor August 18, 2022
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Encore Boston Harbor Nightclub Fined for Improper Alcohol Service

Encore Boston Harbor's nightclub has been slapped with a $25,000 fine by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) for overserving guests and failing to adhere to liquor dispensing regulations. Boston-based Big Night Venues manage Memoire at Encore Boston Harbor. The casino's nightclub has...

Devin O'Connor August 18, 2022
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MGM Resorts Employees Give $2M to Local Charities Providing Essential Needs

MGM Resorts is the largest employer in Nevada, and the casino firm's workforce is once again stepping up to help out the Silver State's neediest residents. Through its charitable arm, the MGM Resorts Foundation, the Strip casino operator announced yesterday donations totaling...

Devin O'Connor August 18, 2022
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Rivers Casino Portsmouth Unveils Restaurants, Tracking for Early 2023 Opening

Rivers Casino Portsmouth yesterday revealed what sort of restaurant and quick-service dining options patrons will be offered when the $300 million resort opens early next year. Rivers Portsmouth, a Chicago-based Rush Street Gaming project, plans to open next year with seven eating...

Devin O'Connor August 17, 2022
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Philippines Supreme Court to Determine Rightful Operator of Okada Manila Casino

The Philippines Supreme Court has agreed to settle the ongoing intra-corporate dispute regarding who or which company is the rightful operator of Okada Manila. The Philippines court is partly to blame for the chaos surrounding the governance of the $2.4 billion integrated...

Devin O'Connor August 17, 2022
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Borgata, Hard Rock, and Ocean Dominating Atlantic City, as Other Casinos Struggle

For many months, the Borgata, Hard Rock, and Ocean casinos in Atlantic City have been the market's leaders. But with COVID-19's darkest and most restrictive days seemingly behind the nation, the three casinos have only increased their dominance in the New Jersey...

Devin O'Connor August 17, 2022
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American Gaming Assn. Announces 2022 Hall of Fame Class

The American Gaming Association (AGA) this week revealed its three forthcoming Gaming Hall of Fame inductees. The AGA said today that Gavin Isaacs, former president and CEO of Scientific Games, Virginia McDowell, former president and CEO of Isle of Capri Casinos, and...

Devin O'Connor August 17, 2022
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Macau Casino Business Improving in August, as COVID Concerns Ease

Macau casinos have seen an uptick in play since the Chinese Special Administrative Region (SAR) managed to get its summer COVID-19 outbreak under control. The enclave's coronavirus outbreak that began in mid-June caused Macau casinos in July to experience their worst month...

Devin O'Connor August 16, 2022
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US Gaming Industry Seeks White House Partnership in Addressing Digital Currencies

The US gaming industry is requesting involvement in the federal government's work to better understand digital currencies and assets. They are doing so in hopes of assuring that any forthcoming regulations do not overly burden its members. The American Gaming Association (AGA)...

Devin O'Connor August 16, 2022
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Martha Stewart Las Vegas Restaurant ‘The Bedford’ Opens at Paris Casino

Martha Stewart and the Las Vegas Strip might not seem to be a match made in heaven. But the casino capital of the world is where the 81-year-old businesswoman and television star has opened her first restaurant. The Bedford at Paris Las...

Devin O'Connor August 16, 2022