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Story Archives of 'Gambling'Selling the Sin TaxBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, May 8, 2008.Governor Lynch’s latest plan to address the state’s budget shortfall would involve raising taxes on cigarettes, reducing the state discount to wine retailers, and introducing a brand new tax on charity poker games. We’ll unpack the economics of so-called “sin taxes” and explore what these increases could mean for consumers, businesses and the state budget. Guests
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  The New Debate around Gambling in New HampshireBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, March 27, 2008.Supporters see it as a way to generate extra revenue for the state. Opponents see an increase in gambling addiction, abuse, and a variety of social ills that would cost the state more than the revenue would provide. But now there are new voices to the debate, anti-gambling lawmakers who are now beginning to bend due to the absolute need, they say, to get revenue into our state. And in a surprise move, the State Lottery Commission hinted at a preference for gambling. We explore the multi-dimensional debate over gambling in the Granite State. Guests
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New Hampshire's Lottery Commission Says It Needs Expanded GamblingBy David Darman on Wednesday, March 26, 2008.The debate over gambling has a new participant. New Hampshire’s Lottery Commission jumped into the issue when it announced it needs new gambling options. The Lottery said they can’t rely on the games they run now to raise enough money to reach its revenue projections. But gambling opponents say the Lottery’s request should be denied, just like all the other gambling plans that have been offered over the years. New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more. listen:
Senate Keeps Gambling BillBy Dan Gorenstein on Thursday, March 20, 2008.In an unexpected move, the Senate did not kill a bill to expand gambling. Some senators who have often opposed the concept are taking a second look. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein has more. listen:
Gambling for Economic RecoveryBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, March 4, 2008.Several North Country lawmakers and residents tried to persuade a Senate Committee to pass a bill to expand gambling. They argued the plan would bring needed jobs to a region that is economically devastated. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
Mass Gambling Proposal Puts Rockingham Slots Proposal in a New LightBy David Darman on Wednesday, September 26, 2007.If Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick has his way, casino gambling will be on the Bay State’s political agenda this year. The Governor has proposed bringing three huge casino resorts to Massachusetts, and he’d like one of them to be located in the Greater Boston area. Coincidentally, New Hampshire lawmakers have also been looking at proposals to allow video slot machines at Rockingham Park in Salem. But it’s not clear what affect a Boston area casino would have on the Rockingham plan. listen:
Taking A GambleBy Laura Knoy on Monday, January 10, 2005.Once again, gambling is back on the table . It�s a perennial statehouse issue as lawmakers look for new sources of money. Now with a huge state deficit looming, supporters of expanded gambling say this could be the year. But the opposition says their broad coalition is stronger than ever. We'll discuss the pros and cons of gambling, and whether it has any chance of reaching the new governor's desk. Laura is joined by Lou D'Allesandro, Democratic state senator from Manchester, and Jim Rubens, chair of the Granite State Coalition Against Expanded Gambling. listen:
NH Lottery 40thBy Trish Anderton on Wednesday, March 10, 2004.New Hampshire's lottery turns forty today. We'll look at the history of the Granite State's lucky numbers game, the role it plays in funding our education as well as where it's heading in the future. Trish Anderton guest hosts. Her guests are Rick Wisler, Executive Director of the NH State Lottery, and Jim Rubens, Executive Committee Chair of the Granite State Coalition Against Expanded Gambling. listen:
Kittery Says No to Gambling Now and in the FutureBy Roger Wood on Tuesday, April 23, 2002.Kittery Town Councilors have joined the planning board and voted to ban gambling casinos anywhere in the community. As Correspondent Roger Wood reports, many residents feel that the battle is just beginning. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Kittery Casino Plans on Hold....For NowBy Roger Wood on Wednesday, March 13, 2002.Two Native American Tribes have put their plans to lobby for permission to build a casino in Kittery Maine on hold. The 400-600 million dollar project would have been just across the border from NH, not too far from Portsmouth. Although the effort is off the table for now, the idea of a casino has sparked heated debate on both sides of the border. NHPR Correspondent Roger Wood reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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