New Falls casino operators June 11

From Niagara This Week: Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment is expected to assume day-to-day operations at the two casinos in Niagara Falls June 11. The commercial gaming company, headquartered in Connecticut, will also operate the Niagara Falls Entertainment Centre, scheduled to open later this year. MGE was selected by Ontario Lottery and Gaming in September to…

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Marineland attributes deaths of two deer to activist-triggered stampede

From Niagara This Week: Marineland has temporarily closed its deer park after officials say two people intentionally caused the animals to stampede Saturday, resulting in the deaths of two deer. In a news release issued Sunday, the tourist attraction said “we are deeply disturbed by the shocking incident.” “This has never happened before and our…

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Opening day brings addition to fence for Marineland

From Niagara This Week: A familiar sight will be awaiting Marineland when it opens for its 58th season Saturday: Protestors. But those protestors will be seeing something different: A long, blacked-out section of the fence dividing the property from Portage Road. It spans the grounds where protestors are legally allowed to gather, in the area…

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