Atlantic City, New Jersey

Ocean Casino Resort Selects Konami Gaming’s SYNKROS Casino Management System Showcasing a Suite of Top Features

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Ocean Casino Resort and Konami Gaming, Inc. announced a partnership to drive in-demand casino technology to the 20-acre luxury destination on Atlantic City’s world-famous boardwalk.

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  • Ocean Casino Resort and Konami Gaming, Inc. announced a partnership to drive in-demand casino technology to the 20-acre luxury destination on Atlantic City’s world-famous boardwalk.
  • Ocean has selected Konami’s SYNKROS® as its core gaming enterprise management system, through which the resort is set to take advantage of many exciting features that would be first to market in New Jersey.
  • Ocean is in the position to leverage award-winning technology including Konami’s Konetic™ employee mobile application and integrated SYNK31™ Title 31 / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) system, for continuing top-tier service.
  • And with the implementation of SYNK31 , Ocean is an industry early adopter of comprehensive, fully integrated Title 31 / AML compliance.

Gray Television and its Stations Honored by Service to America, National Headliner, and Several Other Prestigious Awards

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Each year, the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation presents the Celebration of Service to America Awards to honor excellence in community service by local radio and television stations.

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  • Each year, the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation presents the Celebration of Service to America Awards to honor excellence in community service by local radio and television stations.
  • A few examples include:
    Gray’s television stations took home 55 awards during the recent Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards gala.
  • The Michigan Association of Broadcasters awarded 36 best or merit awards to Gray’s television stations.
  • The Syracuse Press Club presented six awards to WWNY in Watertown for reporting, investigative work, and overall news broadcast.

NOVOBAR Releases New Product AL9000 at Atlantic City CHAMPS Trade Show

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NOVOBAR, a leading disposable vape brand, unveiled its latest product, the AL9000, at the 2023 Atlantic City CHAMPS Trade Show, the premier B2B expo serving the smoke shop industry, held from May 9th to May 11th.

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  • ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NOVOBAR, a leading disposable vape brand, unveiled its latest product, the AL9000, at the 2023 Atlantic City CHAMPS Trade Show, the premier B2B expo serving the smoke shop industry, held from May 9th to May 11th.
  • NOVOBAR has experienced robust growth, particularly with its previous product, AL6000, which has gained popularity and attracted the attention of customers, vape & smoke shops, retailers, and distributors.
  • The new product, AL9000, is expected to take NOVOBAR's success to new heights.
  • And with a powerful 17 watts and a 5% nicotine level, the AL9000 delivers a smooth and satisfying hit with every puff.

Scripps News receives three 2023 National Headliner Awards

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

ATLANTA, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scripps News, the national news network owned by The E.W.

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  • ATLANTA, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scripps News, the national news network owned by The E.W.
  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), has received three 2023 National Headliner Awards.
  • Founded in 1934 by the Press Club of Atlantic City, the National Headliner Awards program is one of the oldest and largest annual contests recognizing journalistic merit in the communications industry.
  • View the full list of 2023 National Headliner Award winners here.

Exelon Energy Transformation Centered on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

“As the energy landscape evolves, one of the most important jobs I have as CEO is leading that transformation in a way that is just and equitable,” said Calvin Butler, Exelon president and CEO.

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  • “As the energy landscape evolves, one of the most important jobs I have as CEO is leading that transformation in a way that is just and equitable,” said Calvin Butler, Exelon president and CEO.
  • 14 scholars are confirmed for internships at Exelon and its local energy companies for summer 2023.
  • In 2022, Exelon continued its efforts to support the growth and development of local diverse suppliers in our communities through the Exelon Foundations Program and the Exelon Empowerment Academies.
  • Exelon has more than 80 unique workforce development programs across its six energy companies, designed to bring economic equity, empowerment and employment opportunities to under-resourced communities.

Team Members at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Receive Over $10 Million in Bonuses During Town Hall Events, Continuing Hard Rock's Legacy of Paying Bonuses

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its legacy of paying bonuses to team members, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has elated thousands of union and non-union team members with news they will be receiving a share of more than $10 million in bonuses. The bonuses were announced yesterday and today at "Town Hall" gatherings, where several team members also won a share of $100,000 in cash and prizes.

Key Points: 
  • In announcing the bonuses and awarding the prizes, Hard Rock International Chairman Jim Allen was joined by Hard Rock Atlantic City Partners Jack Morris, Joe Jingoli Jr. and Michael Jingoli, as well as George Goldhoff, newly-appointed President of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.
  • "The commitment of Hard Rock Atlantic City team members to guest satisfaction is unrivaled in this market, and it's the biggest reason for our success story here in Atlantic City," said Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International.
  • "Our incredible talent base of team members, along with their superior service, has been remarkable to witness since arriving in Atlantic City," stated Hard Rock Atlantic City President, George Goldhoff.
  • With the legendary Atlantic City Boardwalk as its backdrop, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has become Atlantic City's go-to entertainment destination.

L.L. Johnson Lumber Mfg. Co. Adds Tropical Forest Products' Black Label™ Brand of Sustainable Tropical Hardwoods to Product Offerings

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Friday, June 24, 2022

TORONTO, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Forest Products has announced that its premium Black Label brand of Ipe and other tropical hardwoods will now be available through L.L.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Forest Products has announced that its premium Black Label brand of Ipe and other tropical hardwoods will now be available through L.L.
  • L.L Johnson will distribute the full line of Black Label's sustainable tropical hardwoods throughout their network of warehouse and retail locations.
  • Johnson, the longest-running hardwood lumber company in Michigan for over 110 years," said Brian Lotz, Technical Director for Tropical Forest Products.
  • "L.L.JohnsonLumber Co. is pleased to add Black Label products to our offerings," said Bob Laurie, Lumber Buyer, L.L.

Boston-Based Golden Hearts Games, "The World's First Charity Casino," Surpasses $10M In Donations, Processes Over $6M in 2022 Alone as Over 50,000 Nonprofits Have Now Received Funding From the Platform

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

BOSTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Hearts Games (GHG), a groundbreaking digital charitable promotional games company based in Boston, announced today it has processed over $10M donations since launching in August 2020 and over $6M so far in 2022 alone. Over 54,000 nonprofits across the country have grant funding from GHG as a result. GHG players can buy virtual currency (known as "Coins") that they use to play any and all of the company's internet and mobile games, and a percentage of their purchase is donated to a charitable cause of their choice. When players win, they win real cash that they keep. All GHG donations flow into a 501c3 donor-advised fund which facilitates grants, taken after player prize allocation, to the many player-selected charities.

Key Points: 
  • Over 54,000 nonprofits across the country have grant funding from GHG as a result.
  • When players win, they win real cash that they keep.
  • All GHG donations flow into a 501c3 donor-advised fund which facilitates grants, taken after player prize allocation, to the many player-selected charities.
  • Media inquiries for Golden Hearts Games can be made by contacting Jocelin Leon at [email protected] or at 631-276-7314.

Gray’s InvestigateTV Honored with First Place National Headliner Award

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

ATLANTA, April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InvestigateTV, Gray Television Inc.s (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) investigative unit, has been recognized with a First Place National Headliner award for Collision Division.

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  • ATLANTA, April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InvestigateTV, Gray Television Inc.s (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) investigative unit, has been recognized with a First Place National Headliner award for Collision Division.
  • This story got immediate results in having the metrics for government crash tests re-examined, National Headliner judges noted.
  • Soon after Grays local stations aired Collision Division in May 2021, a bipartisan group of lawmakers moved to address the disparity.
  • Lee Zurik, Vice President of Investigations for InvestigateTV, and Jon Decker, Senior National Editor and White House Correspondent, led the reporting team.

"Welcome to Flavortown!" - Gander Group Partners with Guy Fieri

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

Now Guy Fieri is working with Gander Group to create an exclusive line of cookware for fans and at-home chefs everywhere.

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  • Now Guy Fieri is working with Gander Group to create an exclusive line of cookware for fans and at-home chefs everywhere.
  • This new selection of kitchen essentials will feature pots, pans, bakeware, casserole dishes, utensils, and grilling accessories all with the Guy Fieri flair for fun and flavor.
  • Items will be available to casino guests to support loyalty gifting programs from Gander Group's 300+ casino partners.
  • Gander Group partners with internationally recognized brands and hundreds of casinos across America to provide trend-forward product development and merchandising solutions.