Here’s a closer look at the multi-billion casino project proposed by the Las Vegas Sands and the competition they face across the state.
Casino Proposal from Las Vegas Sands is Another Roll of the Dice for the Nassau Hub
Here are further details on the lease on the land, the former home of the New York Islanders, and the risks a casino proposes to the community.
A casino at the Hub is a very bad idea
In this guest essay, Hofstra University President Susan Poser outlines her concerns for her students and the Hub’s local economy.
Residents cite traffic, safety among their concerns for proposed casino at Nassau Hub
Nassau County residents have concerns about the proposed casino and they hope the Legislature will hear them before moving forward with the project.
State study looks at air pollution impact in ‘disadvantaged’ Nassau communities
State environmental officials are conducting a yearlong air pollution study looking at “disadvantaged” communities in Nassau County for potential sources and hot spots.
Local leaders in Garden City vote to officially stand against proposed Nassau casino
The Garden City Village Board voted to take an official stand against a proposed casino at the Nassau Hub.
Letters to the Editor: Long Island Press Readers React
Casinos have long-term colleagues such as gambling addiction, crime, and prostitution, that are not in the best interest of the residents of Nassau County, the students at Hofstra University, and Nassau Community College.
New York: Proposed LV Sands Casino Faces Opposition From Locals
However, last week, the Board of Trustees for the Village of Garden City voted to formally oppose the construction of the casino, which had been proposed to be built by Las Vegas Sands.
Garden City votes against Las Vegas Sands casino in Nassau
Garden City votes against Las Vegas Sands casino in Nassau. At the moment, several very large land-based casino operators are seeking to obtain one of the 3 licenses in southern New York State where the…
The Economic Unsuitability of a Casino at the Nassau County “Hub”
Over the past decade, a carefully forged consensus has emerged to focus Long Island’s public and private resources on expanding high-paying “knowledge-based” industries.